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Lots of great quotes here already.

“If you remove the English army tomorrow and hoist the green flag over Dublin Castle, unless you set about the organisation of the Socialist Republic your efforts would be in vain. England would still rule you. She would rule you through her capitalists, through her landlords, through her financiers, through the whole array of commercial and individualist institutions she has planted in this country and watered with the tears of our mothers and the blood of our martyrs.” – James Connolly, Socialism and Nationalism

I’m not sure what I’d recommend, except that you do need that distance to your stressors. You know better if for example homeless shelter is suitable for this or not.

Personally if I was in need of a safe space I’d approach relatives who I have warm relations with, comrades, other friendly people, and seek that way out through them. I’d list my options, order them from most to least desired, then separate this list into two lists: what are in my reach right now, and what has some obstacles to overcome. After this I’d probably have some plan, and few alternatives if things go wrong.

Perhaps you could try mapping out your options in similar fashion? And yes, do get hold of your passport!

Justice would probably be at least a temporarily relief, but like you said, unlikely under capitalism. I hope you get justice one day.

Mind that I’m not professional in this area, but in my experience, I’d recommend first finding that safe space where your main stressors are no longer affecting your life. Change of environment will aid in healing. You’ll still have flashbacks, it’s a long road, but it’ll get easier when you’re not around your stressors. The tricky part is how you can do this without steady income.

I’m sure after weighing your options you’ll come up with a plan that helps you into that safe place you deserve. I wish strength to you.

Exactly like that. Being stressed while seeking for help, and not getting it fast enough. This can happen to anybody, but I’m sure it’s tenfold to people with PTSD and anxiety.

Giving an advice to complex social situations is not easy, this could explain the lack of replies. However, your feelings are valid and I can relate.

If your family doesn’t bring safety to you, then you should find a way out.

I’m not sure if dropping out of college would help at all. Perhaps better to go through it, at least then your chances of getting a job are better.

However, in the case of dropping out you should come up with some kind of profession that suits your situation. Something that you can do regardless of your location, remote work.

This might be extremely difficult in your situation, so you may need to find your way out and heal first before entering into work.

Going abroad is an option if you find work, a study place, or a partner who can help you. This however may not be an instant fix as moving abroad can make your mental health worse due to new stressors, despite of the root causes (family?) being no longer around.

I don’t have a perfect solution to offer. Just do those things that bring you closer to the life you want to have. I’m sure you’ll get through this. ❤️

Join Plaid Gomiwnyddol Cymru maybe? They accept members also outside of Wales.

Knitting, crocheting, tablet weaving, embroidery… simple crafts like that are delightful and also useful. Can easily listen a podcast or radio while doing it, and sip some nice hot water or tea. Perfection. Other than that, just going out into nature is a great way to chill out.

Merry Oppoday! 🥳

I frankly don’t know. I did submit feedback, but only got a new security alert lol.

There indeed are few messages, and I can start the process of removing restrictions, however, last step is asking for a friend’s number.

I love that seed example.

It can easily be used with other topics too, like why we don’t describe an adult as a baby, that’s why we also don’t describe a trans person how they were born, but how they are now. At some point we all have been just tiny cells, right? But look at us now! We have fingers and all. How cool is that!

He just died? Wow. I didn’t know that. You’re telling me now for the first time. He led an amazing life. What else can you say?

I think he’s worth, ofc. But surely, if he consciously puts the fascist boots on and becomes a full blown bourgeoisie boot licker, then I’m not wasting my breath any longer.

Hopefully he can be helped. Thanks!

Good ideas! Thank you.

I’d love it if he actually would read Settlers. Lets see if I can nudge him to pick it up at some point.

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I’ve read How To Bake π. I think it was enjoyable little book. Had a few aha! moments. Don’t recall any libby content in it.

I appreciate her popularising maths by making it more exciting subject than what schools do.

I remember vividly when I used self checkout in Asda for the first and the last time… It had similar camera setup, saw myself scanning, and freaked out a bit. Creepy af. I hope it’s not becoming the new normal, tho it looks worrying.

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