Hey is the build a bear employee supposed to force us to jump up and down or are we getting hazed
as a build-a-bear employee it is my honor to happily inform you that we get to make everyone do whatever the fuck we want during a heart ceremony. jump to get that heart beating. rub that heart to your knees so your furry friend always needs you. rub it to your toes so it’s totally awesome! shake it up so it’s got enough energy to hang out with you all day! close your eyes, make a wish, and give it a kiss you helpless motherfucker
I can’t sleep again so here’s a quick spell if you’re scared of the dark
I used tobe scared of the dark up until a few years ago and I feel like not many people know spells that can help dispel the fear (even for a little bit).
First things first, just take a deep breath and feel the air in your lungs and remember that you are the most powerful presence in the room or space where you are. There is nothing chasing or following you, there is nothing watching or trying to harm you, you are almost certainly completely safe.
Next, we should start with some basic energy warding to make you feel a little better. Imagine you are surrounded in a sort of bubble of white light and really draw the energy from your chest and stomach and arms until you can kind of feel the ‘bubble’ around you. This can take a little while to master but when you get the hang of it, it can be so comforting to know you have that protection around you. This can also be much much harder to do if you’re very sad or anxious or scared but don’t give up because you will get there in the end!
Now for a little chant which you can adapt to fit your needs; it should become a mantra of sorts to make you feel at least a little more relaxed: “I am the presence in the darkness, the light that guides me home. No longer am I anxious, I am strong when I’m alone.”
Wherever you are, whether it’s in bed worrying about the pile of clothes that looks like a person or walking late at night and mistaking your footsteps for someone else’s, just remember that there are so many good and beautiful spirits protecting you. Even if it doesn’t feel like it, you’re never helpless or all on your own- there’s always someone or something that can help.
Bonus tip!!
Try carrying protection stones/crystals and herbs on your person, either in a small box or just in your pockets.
Some stones/crystals could include:
Black Tourmaline (the best for general but very powerful protection- helps to boost confidence and repels bad vibes)
Amethyst (helps to get rid of anxieties and is especially useful if you’re travelling or just need comfort)
Smokey quartz (great for reducing fear and anxiety but also amazing for repelling bad vibes)
Pyrite (clears up your mind and acts as a buffer against negative energy)
Malachite (typically associated with protection during pregnancy but can come in major handy if it is gifted to you by a family member as it creates a protecting boundary between you and negative energy)
Some herbs could include:
Basil (generally used for purification but also used for protection especially against perceived bad vibes)
Clove (like malachite it is also used to protect babies and children but is a nice and easy herb to use and acquire for protection)
Ginger (helps boost your energy which in turn makes you more able to protect yourself)
Rosemary (probably the most widely used and best general protection herb- also great for healing!)
Cinnamon (technically a spice but shhh… it has an incredibly diverse set of uses and provides highly energetic protection)
going thru phone pics and found this thing that was tacked up next to the toaster at my old job, if anyone needs some light toast eating reading material
Would anyone be kind enough to transcribe this or link to a text version?
Everything Is AWFUL and I’m Not Okay: Questions to Ask Before Giving Up on Yourself
Are you hydrated?
If not, have a glass of water. Dehydration can mimic
or increase feelings associated with anxiety and a
well hydrated brain functions optimally. Avoid
excess caffeine.
Have you eaten in the past three hours?
Don’t be a victim of hanger! Get some food–something
with protein, not just simple carbs or
high-fat. Nuts, hummus, and veggies are great
options to feed your studying brain. Keep healthy
snacks within reach to avoid mindlessly chowing
down on sweets.
Have you stretched your legs in the past day?
If not, do so right now. If you don’t have the energy
or time for a run or a trip to the gym, just walk
around the block or building. Even minimal exercise
preps the mind for learning so that you can focus
better and recall things easier, plus it’s good to get a
change of scenery.
Have you said something nice to someone in the
past day?
Do so, whether online or in person. Make it
genuine! We bet your study partner would
appreciate a compliment.
Have you moved your body to music in the past
day?
If not, jog for the length of a song at your favorite
tempo, or just dance around your bedroom for the
length of an upbeat song (singing along is a bonus)
Have you cuddled a living being in the past two
days?
If not, do so. Don’t be afraid to ask for hugs from
friends of friends’ pets. Most of them will enjoy the
cuddles too; you’re not imposing.
Have you started or changed any medications in the
past couple of weeks, including skipped doses or a
change in generic prescription brand?
That may be screwing with your head. Give things a
few days, then talk to your doctor if it doesn’t settle
down.
If daytime: are you dressed?
If no, put on clean clothes that aren’t PJs. Give
yourself permission to wear something special,
whether it’s a funny t-shirt or a pretty dress.
If nighttime: are you sleepy and fatigued but
resisting going to sleep?
Put on PJs, make yourself cozy in bed with a teddy
bear and the sound of falling rain, and close your
eyes for fifteen minutes while focusing on breathing
deeper with every breath- no electronic screens
allowed! Adequate sleep is a necessity for stress
management.
Do you feel ineffective?
Pause right now and get something small completed,
whether it’s responding to an email, loading the
dishwasher, or tidying up your room. Good job!
Do you feel unattractive?
Take a darn selfie. Your friends will remind you how
great you look. You are always insta-worthy.
Do you feel paralyzed by indecision?
Give yourself ten minutes to sit back and figure out a
game plan for the day. If a particular decision or
problem is still being a roadblock, simply set it aside
for now, and pick something else that seems doable.
Right now, the important part is to break through
that stasis, even if it means doing something trivial.
Have you over-exerted yourself lately–physically,
emotionally, socially, or intellectually?
That can take a toll that lingers for days. Give
yourself a break in that area, whether it’s physical
rest, taking some time alone, or relaxing with some
silly entertainment for a little. Time spent refreshing
yourself is never time “wasted!”
Have you waited a week?
Sometimes or perception of life is skewed, and we
can’t even tell that we’re not thinking clearly, and
there’s no obvious external cause. It happens. Keep
yourself going for a full week, whatever it takes, and
see if you still feel the same way then.
You’ve made it this far; and you will make it through. You are stronger than you think.
