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A note from BlogTeam: From now on, we will no longer moderate comments on the Hug Page that go into specific detail about events. Instead, commenters will post in a vague manner, such as “I’m having a bad day, I could really use some hugs”, and other BlogClanners are welcome to provide comfort and support. This change is not because of any specific event or person, but because it is extremely difficult to mitigate questionable comments and determine what parts of certain comments are suitable to moderate, as well as making sure that replies with advice are in no way harmful to the original poster or others. If you ever feel like you need advice about a serious situation, you are welcome to reach out to BlogTeam, because your health and safety is our top priority. However, no one on BlogTeam is or has ever been a mental health professional in any way, and all we can do is provide advice. We implore you to always reach out to a trusted adult or hotline (listed above) about a situation that worries you. You are still welcome to come to the Hug Page if you need any hugs or comfort from your BlogClan peers, but the cause of your distress can no longer be explained——no matter the situation. Thank you so much for understanding <3
this is more of an advice post but it feels like too much of a downer to put on the tavern.
today me and my friends were gonna go get some Daves Hot Chicken and go skate, which we did go out to eat, and while we were there they made a mistake and gave us two extra chicken sandwiches. They said we could keep them, but since there were just three of us we decided to go give them to my friend and his girlfriend bc he wanted out to hang out with her instead of us (unnacceptable /j) and they were pretty close by. We called him to see if he wanted them, but he said that they had just broke up. now ive never been in a relationship but i mean that must suck. she invited him over to hang out just to break up with him. idk it seems kind of out of the blue bc they were going great, and me and my friends were friends with his girlfriend before they were together, and that seems kind of out of character. i just don’t know how to talk to him so that I dont come off as weird. i just want to make sure he’s good and if he needs any support or anything.
Just any advice on how to talk to him is helpful, since im not great with that kind of thing. (and yes we did make the 2ish mile walk to his house to give him the extra sandwich.)
*hugss*
You sound like a great friend, Cloudy. I’d suggest just gently asking him how he feels and telling him if he needs to talk, you’ll be there. I’m sure he’ll appreciate the support <3
*hugs!* giving him that sandwich was an awesome thing to do. I’m not great at giving advice, but I think knowing he has friends that are there for him will make him feel better.
thats so nice of you to do! you seem like a chill person and i think if you just let the dude talk to you then what you to say might just come naturally, yea? gl! (and two days late im sorry lol)
I could use some hugs rn— I’m currently rather sleep deprived, I’m stressed about school next week (we go back on Monday but I have to take the next week off due to personal reasons) and I’m worried I’m not gonna be caught up or it’s gonna be a lot. I’m also feeling every emotion in the book and I’m in some weird battle between emotion and logic and I’m just dying inside 🫠
Hugs/advice?
Aww sending many hugs Breezo <3
I’m really sorry that’s how you feel. Sending hugs <3
*hugsss* *hugs*
I hope everything works out <3
*hugs* this post is so relatable, ive just been slacking off and being lazy lately and it just makes me mad and wonder whats wrong and i have other stuff going on too..but gl, i really hope things get better for you. you deserve not to feel so confused. *hugs again*
hiiii i dunno if my previous comment got deleted or smthing but…
I’ve recently been having a difficult time. I’m probably going to be gone for a while. I’ll miss u guys.
Hi Holly, your original comment was left in moderation with a mod edit that we hoped you’d be able to see but since realised you probably couldn’t access as you don’t post from a specific account. Ive had to edit down your comment quite a lot because of what content we allow on the blog, however I’m really sorry to hear you’re facing such a difficult time. I’ve dealt with similar issues to what you’re having before and I understand how isolating it can feel, I promise that you’re not alone and things will eventually improve. I really recommend reaching out to one of the hotlines listed at the top of this page for some support. I understand that’s very scary, I’ve done it myself before and it was intimidating at first, but the people on the other end of the hotline are so nice and helpful and it’s anonymous so you only need to tell them what info you want to share.
If there’s a trusted adult in your life, definitely try and speak to them as well but I understand entirely that it’s sometimes not an option, but I wish you all the best and that things start looking more positively for you in your life soon <33
Uhh, from what i read from Map, i think ive an idea of what was originally posted since ive a friend who seems to need the advice Map had given. So if im not mistaken, i’d say contacting a hotline as Map had mentioned would be best and maybe try finding a way of venting without negative consequences? Drawing, singing, boxing? If you have any close friends/siblings maybe try spending some time outside/somewhere with fresh air often, might help clear up some confusion or just improve one’s mood. Then again, there are always times when you’re feeling down and thats absolutely okay! Just remember to love yourself and remember all the fun/nice memories alright?
* HUGSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS INSANELY AGRESSIVELY * <3
I second the advice of fresh air, going out for a walk sounds like a stupid solution when you’re down but it actually helps a huge amount just to give yourself a break. it wont fix everything but itll help you feel better for a little while
Yeah ^^
Based on what Map said, I can get a gist of what the unwatered down version said. I understand you’re going through a hard time and that you’re tired, but I swear you won’t feel this way forever. I felt similarly to you at some point but it gets better, I promise 🙂
As Maple said, I’d implore you to reach out to one of the hotlines listed above ^^ these people are trained to help and deal with this all the time, they’ll know what to do.
There are so, so many people who love and care about you. Hold onto that and maybe speak to someone you trust IRL.
You could also do school counselling or get a therapist (I know it can sound kind of daunting but it’s really normal and can help tremendously) Maybe also try to find new hobbies or things to keep you occupied and release energy – like what Dawnie said above ^ You could make some art – literally anything, trace something on a piece of paper and colour it, etc. Studies have shown art is the best activity for your mental health 🙂
<3 *hugs*
i’m so sorry, i really hope things get better for you. please do whatever you need to do to feel content the way you deserve to feel. good luck! *hugs*
I suck at badminton and I wanna quit. And not just because I suck, but I just don’t enjoy the lessons. At all. But I’m afraid my parents are going to be mad at me for wanting to quit… But it’s not like I’m just giving up, I truly don’t like it and it makes me feel very sad… Hugs please?
*hugss*
*hugs* dont worry about your parents, i’m sure they won’t be that mad at you. you do what makes you content!
My cat has gone missing and I’m really scared about him 😭😭😭
We’ve searched all around the house and he’s not there. He’s been missing the entire day and he hasn’t even come when my mum shook the treat bag outside and he loves food, so it’s even more scary that he hasn’t come for breakfast or lunch. My dad and sister have gone out to look for him but everyone’s really despondent and I’m really scared 😭😭😭😭😭
Hugs please 😭
hugs that sounds a really scary time!! my grandmas cat has gone missing twice and i know how stressful it is, but he came back both times and im sure your cat will as well. If he is gone for a while it might be worth putting up some posters around your area to tell people your cat is missing and to contact you if they see him
Thank you 🙂
That sounds horrifying, and I’m so sorry you’re going through that. I really hope you find him. Sending many hugs!!!
*hugsss* i know what it’s like to lose a beloved pet. we don’t know if anything terrible has happened yet, so don’t lose hope! i hope for you that he comes back <3
*hugsss*
I’m so sorry! I know how scary it is when a pet goes missing. What I would suggest, especially if he is shy, is to go into your backyard or walk around the neighbourhood at night calling your cat’s name. They can get scared from all the brightness and noise that is typically around during the day and can feel braver during the night when it’s quieter 🙂
I hope you find him! <3
I feel upset but I don’t know why. I just feel sad and unworthy of anything. I feel like I’m a bad person and don’t deserve anything. In general I feel upset and like a bad person.
Any hugs?
hugs for you <33 take a deep breath, and check if you've eaten, slept, socialized, and hydrated enough today - you are not a bad person, and i know this because you have such a bright presence here on the blog. i hope you feel better!
*hugs!* no matter what, you’re not a bad person; I promise you that.
you’re not bad, don’t worry. no one on this blog is explicitly a bad person; the fact that you are a part of this community that literally radiates sunshine says a lot about you, and even tho i don’t talk as much as other members do on here i have seen a lot of comments and i see the things you say and i know you aren’t a bad person. dont worry. you’re fine. *hugs*
*hugsss*
I understand the feeling. But you are so so sweet, kind and loved by so many 💖 Drink some water, read a book and remember that you are worthy of being loved. *Huggles*
I am crying bc of something i dont feel comfortable saying out on the blog. i got some advice from shades, (btw thx) but im just feeling so sad
I really hope you feel better soon Swiftpaw!
thank you!
*hugssssssssssssssssssss* Again, I’m really sorry Swiff, me and the rest of the blog are here for you if you need anything, and you can always reach out if you need to vent <3
I hope you feel better soon! *Hugs*
Sending hugs!! I hope you feel better soon.
nuu- im so sorry that youre going through whatever is happening!
*HUGS* * HUGS* * HUGS* * HUGS* * HUGSSSS*
As I said earlier, I am feeling really down. 😭I also feel like some people don’t want me here. I do not know what to do about it other than hope it changes. I am not leaving, but I’m sorta considering it. And I really don’t want to because I love this place, but I just don’t know right now. I’ll still be active until I decide and tell you guys. Hugs?
*hugs* <3333
I hope you feel better! The blog always wants you here!
*hugs* i hope you decide not to leave, you are a lot of fun! im so sorry that something or someone hurt you. please feel better soon.
Why would someone not want you here? You seem like an amazing person, Swiftshadow!!!!!!! *big hugs* 💗 💗 💗 💗 💗
*hugsss*
I hope you feel better soon! I promise we love having you here. You are such a friendly, bright person who we all appreciate <333
Thank you so much everyone!♥️
*hugsssssssssssssssssssss* I’m so so sorry that this event has made you feel this way, but please remember that we love you and we want you here. You’re an amazing friend to so many people and the blog wouldn’t be the same without you. Ily Swiff, please don’t hesitate to reach out <3
*hugs!!* I don’t know if you’re referring to on the blog or IRL, but I promise you, we all want you here!!
SWIFTPAW I WANT YOU HERE AND IM SURE THE ENTIRE BLOG DOES TOO!
i feel so unmotivated and lazy i always sit down to do work and get distracted by youtube or something and i always get mad at myself for it but i don’t know if i have the mindset to fix it.
also for some reason im really sensitive rn, my family thinks im a crybaby now and it only makes me feel worse.
*hugs x100000*
*hugs*
Thats perfectly normal. It is so not your fault, none of this is. Being sensitive is perfectly normal as well, crying isnt something one can controll, no one should be judged by that.
*HUGGOS*
I’m sick 🙁 i got a sore throat and whenever i cough it hurts a lot =(
hugs?
and can i rant to someone?
I hope you feel better soon! Hugs!
thx Map <3
I’m sorry your throat hurts!! Sending hugs <3
ty!
speedi liv?
Sorry to be posting on here so much guys, I’m just stressed about this coming week.
I’m currently in an intensive treatment program to help with my mental health issues, but it’s all day during school hours and I’m missing a week of school. I have sooooo much work to get caught up on, and my mom isn’t letting me miss ballet. I also have to miss musical practice (for a far more illogical reason) but I’m still worried that I’m gonna fall behind, or that I’m gonna get thrown out for missing so much practice. It’s just gonna be a stressful week. 🙁
Also my sister got super sick over spring break and she isn’t recovering well. Hugs/prayers for her too would be much appreciated <33
*hugs * <3
i’m sorry for all the things you have to go through :,( hope you feel better soon, breezo’s sister! huggggggggs!
Being insecure sucks >:,[
I’ve been crying for the last two hours.
My cat – the one I was talking about going missing – has died.
I can’t stop crying. Support please?
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I am so so sorry. I wish him well in starclan. I hope you feel better