-hugs-

-also hugs-

-adds to hug pile-

-hug fest-

*hugs star in group hug*

Their is no long winded inspiration speech and i say only this, its better togeather ^U^

*Adds to hug pile* -hug pack-

*add herself to the hug pile.*

*hugpile has grown 1 being larger*

*hugs and tears up a little*

*joins the hugs*

-the hugpile aka the huggle puddle has now grown by 1-

* Hugpuddle has achieved 1+ active member

*huggle pile +1*

Piles on another wheel barrow full of hugs

-adds to the hug pile- (which is probably crushing Star right now)

* adds to the hug pile *

"star, new skill acquired: hug train starter"

John joins the hug train

thats a lot of hugs. Thank you everyone! I am very hugged right now

I hope you will feel better and just remember you are amazing the way you are you shine! Dont forget that!

Uh yeah that's quite A lot of hugs at once I did not expect this big of a pile even though I'm in it

*more hugs*

count me in for one Fluffy Flammie hug! *hugs*

Hug

Why stop now?

*joins the hug pile *

Hug pile gained +1 member.

Additional hugs +1

joins the hug army.

i think art is a great way to vent. Everyone has their own way they vent. I cuddle with my baby simba plush while listening to The Circle of Life to vent.

Hugs have grown by 1

*Joins hugapalooza!*

that's a good way to vent, and a cute one. I listen to music and focus on my feelings.

*hugpile has grown 1 being larger*

*hugpile has grown up one more!*

dam...

Hugssss

*hugs*

Sounds emotionally painful. Takes a special action to mend the hole in your heart. Maybe an act of kindness from a true friend or relative.

By “special action”, are you talking about another hug pile... 🤔

no, no, not a hug pile, a hug train

*Choo choo!*

I hear you on calling bullshit about 'fake it till you make it' A lot of people think or act like they can level up pass old wounds even though moving forward isn't the same as healing. Everyone scars differently; its totally okay and not on oneself on how it scars or how/if it heals.

In a similar vein, I'm pretty sure nobody really knows how to adult. They're all just scared kids at heart, trying to make it through life doing what their parents did, who didn't really know either.

If it's any consolation, your heart's got a few nicks and cracks in it, but as flawed and weather worn as it is, it's still uniquely yours, and nothing you experience can take it away completely.

*Hugs*

there will always be down and bad times but there will also be good and fun times too, I too have felt like this and it comes and goes but I now try to hold on more of the good stuff then the bad. Can't fix the past but you can enjoy the present. Just also a bunch of us don't think you are a fuck up but rather a very talented person that has shared some amazing stories and art with as well. I hope you feel better soon and get all the hugs.

You said it.

Keep being you, Star. We love you to death and beyond.

The fact you find the strength to keep going on is a commendable effort. And there's no telling just how many lives that strength of yours has helped. ^^
Sometimes, just keeping on is the best we can do.

Definitely can relate to this one. In spite of the daged state ya got there, certainly looks better than mine tends to feel. Very precious item, the heart. So hard to take care of... But having the strength to keep moving forward I find to be important. Sometimes that can feel like scaling a mountain or even just treading water. It may never get better, but one has to imagine maybe it COULD... Somehow. At any rate, sorry for all that... And sorry you're having a rough time too, but hopefully thislittle vent does ya some good. Sometimes you just gotta shed a bit of that weight of the world from off your shoulders. Helps to find things that bring you a bit of peace and comfort. I, myself, enjoy a nice rain. It's about the lil things~

In short, pushing forward is all anyone can ask~ Hopefully it gets better for ya, Hun~

I can relate to this feeling and I also really dislike the "fake it till you make it" saying.

I know this isnt much but i hope that moving forward will become a more positive experience for you in the future.

Advice my friend gave me? Your allowed to feel you are human. Happy? Express it. Feeling depressed? That's normal. Need to cry? Then cry. you don't need to hide it but besure to express it with your significant other or a friend you close to

Everyone give the kitten hugs!

Its hard dealing with these sort of feelings. We are all only human, and I hope that some good days will come by soon for you very soon. -big hugs-

I know what you mean and I'm sorry you have to go through this :(
if you need someone I'm here!

It's okay, Vent when you need to👍

Funny the warranty on my heart is good for another 70 years :P

Yeah I feel...the same way....I feel like dyeing and stuff sadly....

*hugs*

Okay, this is going to come across as a bit silly, but there's a quote from the anime Gurren Lagann that you may be able to use: "If you can't believe in yourself, believe in me. Believe in the me that believes in you."

Take faith in those around you, in the people that love and cherish you. If you can't believe in yourself, than trust the people around you to do it for you.

I know I'm an internet stranger who barely knows anything about who you truly are, but I can honestly say that you seem to be an amazing, kind, loving person. I just hope that one day you can see that for yourself.

:(

*hug* Keep upbeat Star, were all supporting you <3

Hey Star if it makes you feel any better your art and particularly your writing is amazing. Your ability to convey true emotional context to a vast array of different situations throughout your stories is an absolute joy to experience. Whether it be abdl related, it deal with serious life issues, or perfectly timed humor you truly are an amazing content creator / artist. As much as it may suck "broken" people have an unusual opportunity / ability to be complete in a way and by happenstance help those others who are, will be, or have been broken. Thank you for the time and effort you put into your craft because it shows. It really is something special and I hope you know that there are hundreds if not thousands of others that feel the same. You make this world a better place. As long as you always do that I promise you that you'll always be a winner.

*hugs*
Maybe broken, but still good. 💜

"I don't know how or when my heart got so beaten up and broken but its the only one ive got so i've got to make do, maybe I need more sellotape."

There is a form of repair called kitsugi that uses gold to repair cracked and broken things. When you find someone who truly cares for you they repair the damage with respect to the wound and admire the beauty of it all.

Don't forget to take time for yourself.

This hit me pretty hard. To be honest I’ve been feeling this way for a long time, and I feel your pain. If you ever need someone to talk to, I’ll be there.

We're one in the same, Sammy

You know I really like that visual. Sometimes life is taking the hits that want push you back and other times its taping yourself back up to walk forward again. No matter how much it gets bruised and beaten, it's ours, and we can use however much sellotape we damn well please :)

This is such a mood *hugs Star*

*hugs tight* I am not sure anyone these days has a clue how to fix that feeling. It sucks and it hurts knowing its bad but nothing seems to fix it. I hope for everyone's sake something is found one day, but for now know you have a hand if you need help getting up and a buddy should you need help down the road. It isn't much but maybe oneday the stars will change.

All the relatable feels this brings up. Im not crying, you're crying.....


*hugs*

If you kiss it..

I got some golden thread to spare

Nah that thing needs some duct tape to keep the shape right!
But seriously, you have at least a shoulder you can cry on if you ever needed to Star. I'm not great at a lot of things, but being somebody's comfort friend is one thing I am great at. :)

*hugs her* know the feeling but we all strong and long as we keep our heads up and keep going we can get through anything

Sorry to hear that, Star. We know your pain. Or, at least, we all know pain. And we live with it. All we can do is push forward, and look for somebody/something to hug and snuggle and cry over. Maybe get an emotionally supportive pet?

Oh! Or maybe, like, draw some cute art of Fiona or China (Elly & Star's dog and cat) or something. That sounds healthy.

I've got a husband that's an emotionally supportive pet maybe

Emotional Support Lion.

Dawww, yeah! Please get some snuggles and headpats from your hubby. That sounds healthy, too.

you need huggles *alot of hugs*

*gives super mega squishy comfort hugs and nappy pats.* I know how you feel kitten I've been going through this myself the past decade or so and it can be hard to cope sometimes but you have lot's to be happy about. You have a loving and cuddly hubby, lots and lots of fans of your art and stories. Friends even if you can't see our real faces and we can't see yours that doesn't matter this is the era of the digital self and people online are more true to themselves than their offline selfs.

*hugs* depression is a hard thing. *hands Star some duct tape to fix her heart, it's pink with rainbows*

I know what it feels like to have those thoughts on your head

You just want them to go but they won't

Your destined to do grate things one day we all support you in everything you do

*hugs tight*

My fiancé struggles with this a lot; her perceived lack of progress and subsequently motivation.

But from the outside - from somebody who doesn't have an instinct to assume she's doing a bad job at growing - she has made so much progress as a person and in her feelings of self worth and with her issues.

The problem is that these issues ride a wave. You go on an upward for a while, maybe you plateau for a bit, then you drop. But if you imagine your mental health (in a situation where you're loved and respected and have the help you need) as a graph, those peaks get higher, and so do those lows (with some minor exceptions in her case)

Time heals all wounds, but wounds of the mind are especially egregious. I guarantee if you look back on this post when you're in a better mindset, you'll see what I mean. I'm sure you've grown heaps and challenge those dark thoughts much more than you used to.

Yeah you're right. I'm definitely in a trough right now. It'll go up again. Most of the time I'm strong enough to let it wash over me but every so often I just get overwhelmed by everything and I guess that's today. I'll be okay after some sleep I'm pretty sure. Thankyou

Youre right that it is baloney to “fake it till you make it”, holding it all in, bottling it all up can cause damage in different ways. If youre able to talk it out to someone close you can trust and some self care, its definitely recommended. May not fix everything, but can feel lovely for the time knowing theres someone there for you, looking out for your best interests and needs and who will be there for you no matter how hurt or troubled you feel.
Getting through all the pain, is a tough battle. Sometimes it can be forgotten how strong you are, going through whatever troubles and still facing life head on like a camp. Maybe a bit broken, but still kickin.
I hope youre alright Star, thinking about you okey?

*hugs*

*hugs you and purrs*

More hugs

Fake it til you make it is such a dumb concept. And once I've made it, am I supposed to just continue on pretending that I know how to do everything? What's the point of it anyways?

I find it more...I dunno...sane? Functional? Helpful? To admit your limitations and if you can't do something, seek out someone who can do it and enlist their help. Do what you can do, by all means, but don't try to be some super-person who can do it all. :P

I find "fake it til you make it" is really helpful in some situations. For instance; I'm anxious to go to this party and I don't want to look like a weirdo" - faking confidence can lead to real confidence and certainly gets you through the hard part without giving up. But the problem is when it's applied to mental health problems. I really think it's a great neurotypical tool that breaks down really quickly when neurotypical people assume it scales to problems others face. Ignorance breeds really damaging advice.

I also think "pretend you're alright" advice is also a bit of a defense mechanism for neurotypical people. It's difficult for them to see somebody with mental health issues, and they don't know how to help, so they're subconsciously trying to convince you to keep it to yourself so they don't have to "deal" with it. Not saying they're being heartless, just that humans subconsciously avoid difficult conversations.

Maybe it's because I have a deep-seated dislike for lying that I don't find 'fake it til you make it' to be a useful thing for me. It feels too much like lying to me. :\ I was thinking more along the lines of 'lie to get this job you have no idea how to do' rather than mental health situations, to be honest. I have no idea how to fake emotions...they're either real or not happening for me.

I'm pretty sure I'm nowhere near neurotypical and I try to hide a lot of stuff because I don't want to deal with _other_ peoples' reactions to it. Reactions are difficult for me to deal with, especially negative ones.

That being said, you can only hide stuff for so long before it starts seeping out. I'm going through a bit of a thing right now with stress/pain related to my job and it's totally leaking out into everything else in my life.

I mean but the point is that faking it is only good in situations where you're actually going to be fine, you just have nerves. Confidence is a tool, it changes people's perspectives and reactions to you, and in situations where you're going to get enough steam to have that confidence naturally, sometimes putting on a confidant face can make it seem like you always were to begin with, and thus nobody does anything to take the wind out of your sails. But like I said, works for some situations better than others, and that's going to change person to person.

I HOPE nobody is telling somebody to lie to get a job you don't know how to do - that's just fucked up. I'm sure those people exist. Fake it til you make it in my experience is used to tackle nerves not commit fraud xD

Personal example: I'm a great public speaker, but I get horrible nerves before a presentation. Going up in front of a customer nervous wouldn't do, would it? So while I'm great at adlibbing I know it won't be a good showing if I start without a script, so I practice a short memorized greeting portion to my presentations. I practice it in front of a camera until I ooze confidence. Because I know I'll have that confidence 2 minutes into the presentation, I just have to get over that hump. That's what "fake it til you make it" is supposed to mean. It's just really frequently misused by people to cover topics it can't help with.

I know of at least two or three people at my current place of employment who have used it in that way. LOL

They got the jobs, then had to scramble to actually learn the stuff they said they already knew. And one of them is still really bad at it but no one else wants to deal with the job so they keep it...for now.

Oof.

*hugs* I have faith that someday we will be able to cure even clinical depression like Robin Williams had. Some of the best people were broken their whole lives. And we will never stop striving in sciene and medicine to help.

once you break a heart it will never be the same again so think about what you do before you hurt someone

Big HUG for Star. <3

Love to you!

Here you can have a peace of mine❤️

Yeah it really sucks when you live trough this sorta stuff. Self-negativity may not be able to be killed but it can fed less and grow smaller over time.

Huge hugs *hands you a roll of duck tape* better than sellotape

I wish I could take that pain away from you. I know you don't think it's true, but you are one the kindest, gentlest, most caring, wonderful individuals I've never met in person. However, I think the true you still comes through in everything you do and post.

I wish the image in the mirror is the one that I see on a constant and daily basis. I know that if you saw the Sammy that I see, you might wonder who she is, but she is YOU!

Huggles, snuggles and headfur ruffles.

*hugs if you want them, kitty*

I know how you feel I’ll give you the advice that people have given me the way the World is right now a kind person like yourself might want to help others but sooner or later you reach your limit then you could only take care of yourself and that’s not a bad thing sometimes you have to heal yourself to help others

I know this feeling too well.

Im witj you there, I am now on medication for the amount of stress i have dealt with for the past years of my life, and i still get this like every other day where i feel like I am useless and no one wants to hang out with me and that I can easily be replaced. Life is hard, and I feel faking it, and not getting to express these feelings will only make it worse, So, I am happy you got to do some art for yourself to help you with these feelings and hopefully have someone you are able to talk to as well!

*passes more sellotape*

I may not know exactly what you are going through, but I do know the struggle that is going day to day and pretending to be okay. It's alright to feel broken down and it's okay to to feel depressed.

Just know that you have many wonderful people's here who all love and support you. You got this.

I'm sorry you fell this way. Please know you aren't worthless no matter what your demons say

I can oh so easily relate to the feelings of being a fuckup, to the point of a rather dark level. Like you Star I don't think Ill ever escape these feelings no matter how great of an achievement I make but I can tell you that finding supportive loved ones and friends certainly helps a ton. You always find out who really has your back when you hit those rocks.

Keep up the amazing work and just take one step at a time, those friends of yours will always have your back.

if only I could feel that heart with light and repair it

*boops your snoot* Star everyone is a bit broken, but it is what you do after you had a break that says who you are. You come off to me as a person who if they get punched down by someone you come back up with a flying round house kick to the neck. (a person who knows what they want and if they are not getting it will do what they can to get it) If you ever want to talk/vent I'll always be around *Hugs*

Hugs Big-Time

I can relate to this. I may not be the best person but i can at least listen to you if you like.

I can give you online hugs, snuggles, or just listen to your concerns.

There is one good thing about being broken. Being with the right people that are also broken can make you feel whole again. It takes alot of time and effort. But if anyone can its you sweetie. Were in this with you for the long haul. Let's be broken together ❤

I feel the exact same way, I wish you didn't. :c

Aw, poor you... I've also been on the brink myself. In fact, I almost was on a point of no return myself. There's one comic that I had read (more like youtube dubbed, but that's beside the point) which brought an interesting point about how can someone truly move on from bad times.

The bad is like a lead weight attached on your soul. If you focus too much on it, that can end up crushing it.

On the other hand, you can balance it out by having positive things in your life. No need to be a huge thing. Those happy moments can range from playing games, sports, colouring (assuming you still enjoy it), tv shows/movies, your favorite snacks/meals, etc.

Focus on the good long enough, the bad diminishes over time. Then, at one point, it's like it was never there. Having vented your feeling through your art is a sign that you want some advice on how to move on. You are strong to face it, perhaps even stronger than you want to admit it.

You're never alone *hug*

I just broke up with my boyfriend and this picture speaks volumes to me.

Should try Flex Tape

All jokes aside I know the feeling I'm much the same and even if it doesn't get better it get easier

Adds a HUG to the hug pile

*puts teddy bear bandaid on Star's broken heart* there there *hugs*

I'm actually being trough the same as well, it sucks.

IMMEDIATELY brings Stitch's "this is my family" speech to mind

This is my family.
I found it, all on my own.
It's little, and broken, but still good.
Yeah, still good.

Dont worry BabyStar your really not the only one am more broken then you even i cant understand my self so dont be sad i know its confusing but your not alone *hugs*

Your amazing, look how far you have come, you have amazing fans who love your art. Its time to start telling yourself your amazing and shut the door on the bad stuff, i know its hard and I’m just some random person but the empath in me wants you to know i support you and I’m routing for you. You’ll land on your feet and come out a strong person i know you will just hang in there.

Considering you’ve still got it I think it’s still good

One thing you need to do honestly Star is look at the "positive" not the "negetive"
I'm gonna share that I have PTSD and severe depression and the one thing I alway look forward to is someone like you making art like this cause it make me feel like im...not alone in the world.
Your an awesome artist and an even better human/kitten being.
Your art make me feel like "I can do this.."I can be better" and you need that as well in your life.
Xoxo. keep up the wonderful work. You can do it no matter what. YOU can do it.

*one more to the hug pile*

🌈somewhere over the rainbow whoops wrong movie song but you are well loved 🥰❤️🧡💛💙💙💜🖤🤍🤎❣️💕💞💓💗💖💘💝💟

Dear. The trick is that EVERYONE is faking it. Whatever it is? Doesn't exist. So for any value of "it" it can't be fake. If it's there it's real.

I know what's it like to be broken.... different ways to break a heart and a person *hugs*

Thanks for love star

A university professor once told me that everyone is out here faking it to the finish line and no one is 100% certain of everything. I found that comforting at the time and true as time has passed. As for fixing oneself... well, you may never be fully satisfied with your self improvement, but affirmation is very very important, especially for ourselves. At times we feel unsatisfied with where we are, and at times like those, I like to look back at where I was and be glad I'm not there anymore and remember that I've worked hard on myself.

I'm really really sorry that's how you feel, I just hope that you can weather the storm so you can do better for the next day and for What It's Worth I hope that everything turns out right for you in the end, my mum always told me this: "After the rain, comes the sun" and your sunshine days are just about to shine across your face someday much love to you and your loved ones.

To better times sweetheart...
XOXO
Tobias miltank

I feel you there. I feel as though, even if I make my Dreams come true, I will still feel down. Been dealing with emotional baggage most of my life. Not to say that things haven't been better, some days are easier then most.

You've said this several times but what do you actually mean with fixing yourself? What would you like to be? I would love to be like you. To be able to go into little space whenever and however much I wanted. To be able to make things far below my level without having all those annoying thoughts trying to force their way through me littlespace that it's "bad" and needs to be better. But I know I need to moderate it or otherwise it will burn out with me.
I've always been a jack-of-all-trades-master-of-none type person. No matter what I do the majority of people is deeper into something and has a more powerful connection with it than I do. You are a hyper productive ABDL furry artist and can spend hours on it every day with no consequence or risk of it burning out.

I def have risk of burnout, ive certainly been there before, and ....I've been in little space twice over the last 12 months so No. I cant just go there whenever and however I want. Ive got too much to do and not enough hours in the day to do it all :)
Im not some unstoppable machine. I need fuel just like everyone else.. Im also a jack of all trades master of none sort of person, but where we differ is that I dont mind being less than other people. It doesnt bother me that others have a stronger connection to the things I simply dabble in because thats what it means to be a jack of all trades. I know enough of most things to get by but not super amazing and any one specific thing and Im actually pretty comfortable in that setting

Your connection to ABDL is among the strongest I've seen. Just judging by how you talk about it and your sheer quantity of output.
Well with 'little space' I kind of meant anything ABDL related and that includes art.

I guess it bothers me more than I'm mediocre because I come from a high class family. Everyone in my family has gone to university or something else high up.

Art is my job, so its really not the same as being in little space.
Ive generally never compared myself to other people mainly because there's only one me instead try just building your own path and not comparing yourself to other people.

Yeah, art, even if it's little-space themed art, doesn't equal to being _in_ little space. XD

You can't spend your entire existence stressing out about someone being better than you at something...you just have to do _your_ best at the moment. And sometimes that best is just getting up in the morning. Sometimes it's making fantastic art. Sometimes it's not.

You just end up having to learn to roll with it so you don't get beat down into jelly.

I have a strong relation with my family and it's a large family. So me being the only one who didn't do vocational education makes me stand out a lot and often leads to me not really able to join in the conversation.
They all love me so it's not like they're actively trying to make me feel bad about it. If anything I think that would have made it easier.

Generic "success" isn't all there is in life. That's how our capitalistic society views success. But there are so many successes out there. There's cultural success (being popular and/or influential), skill-based success (great artist), emotional success (being a net positive to those around you), and oh so many personal successes I won't even try to list.

Me personally, I'm unemployed. I live on the grace of others and odd jobs. It's not easy, but I make it work. But financial success doesn't particularly matter to me. I know I'm a very positive influence on my roommate's life. I know I'm integral to my fiancé's. I'm happy, I'm working on my body to be healthier, and I'm tackling long time goals I have neglected for a decade. I've found what my success is, and I'm sure other people wouldn't understand, but that doesn't matter.

Got a bit rambley, but the TL;DR is find your own success. Your family and society don't dictate what that means to you.

You really made me think.
I don't really have any of those things.

hug

That’s an absolute mother fucker of a problem! Your brain is broken and is spitting some bad info. We can’t fix a hardware glitch, so we have to work around it. It sucks to know someone who gives so much to the community is hurting in such a way.
Your brain is incorrect, but it’s still a real feeling. Thinking of it in a new way.

That feeling of being a fuckup, as far as I can tell, seems to be built into everyone today. I fight it all the time myself, and I've been trying to help others fight it. There's no way to fix it, not without rewiring brains. I have some theories as to the cause, but...

I say this knowing I'm a fan and not a friend, but you have support where and when you need it.

I hope things get better for you

I know how it feels, I wish I could help.

Hugs and a lot of respect for ya :)

**hugs** You and me both!

Big fluffy padded soilder kitten hugs to you and any one who needs them. Always remember that you are loved very much.

I know you pain im going through tough times myself too, faking being happy for others or faking being someone im not but when the doors are shut and when alone the tears and thr emotions flow and the feelings hit hard, as im writing this im slight crying over losing one person i loved with my entire being on ust to snaged away feom me

I i feel ya there las, you've been through some tough stuff and even tho its long behind ya it still has an effect. Personally i get looked at for not being as emotional as others when they see or hear something bad, but i've been so emotionally exhausted from past events i dont have any tears left to shed, i'm a cheerfull lad by all acounts but in the pages of this book is a lad who just wants to feel,,, just a little smaller, without the feeling your gona be stepped on the moment you do.
Diny know if it'll help but i'd say own the fact you have these bad feelings and let them out, sooner or later you'll have left the flood gates open long enough that the dam you built to contain it has no use anymore, the pains still there, but it isent as built up anymore.

Thats just my way of getting by, and you've already had alot of these already, but heres another, "Hugs" from a bonny scot ^_^, take care las

-also hugs-

Star, To quote one of my favorite poets...

"If your heart is broken, make art with the pieces."

Learning to do this is what helps people manage their pain and internal turmoil in healthy ways.
I sent you a note with a link i think you'll probably enjoy.

*gives hugs and good vibes*

*Hugs*

Just remember you're a good person!

*Hugs and hands duct tape*

I’m tired of getting feelings and wanting to cry, but being so broken that all i can do is feel the need, stifle it, go numb and let it fade. There is so much hurt i need to let out.

"were not perfect, but that's not why we're here, were here to keep going"

this quote helped me so I hope it will help you. Just know you are not worthless and you are loved.

I totally understand that feeling and have also hated the 'fake it 'till you make it' saying/mentality.

I've been on anti-depressants and going to therapy for years, and while it's certainly helped, it hasn't been a fix-all for my day-to-day emotional state.

One of the things I'm looking into is the (and I want to stress this next part) LEGAL use of psychadelic compounds in the form of psychadelic-assisted therapy as it seems to have a positive affect on many patients that have gone through clinical trials.

If you're interested, you could look up whether there are any studies in your area and/or browse through the main website for MAPS (Multi-disciplinary Association for Psychadelic Studies). I also know that there are plant medicine retreats that are legally allowed in a couple different countries (though I understand how travel restrictions could make those options less feasible). I believe the Netherlands have some Psilocybin Truffle retreats available if you'd want to explore that option.

No worries if the idea of doing that is way outside your comfort zone. Just wanted to let you know that there may be other things/services out there that can help.

If you curious about stuff like this in general, then I reccomend that you look up Joe Rogan's podcast when he had Michael Pollan on to discuss psychadelics and how they are finally comming back into research institutions and are being heavily investigated as a method for treatment of many mental health conditions.

*joins hug*

I can really relate to that..

*debates to self whether Undertale jokes would be appropriate or not*

Hey Star...you're doing a great job. I don't care how much time passes, each day is as impressive as the last. Some people can't ever live their whole life because their heart gives up, they lose all feeling, and they're out of the game for good. You give me hope, y'know? That kinda "I'd rather die standing than live on my knees" sort of spirit. Believe in the squiggle that believes in yourself. ^v^

I relate to this a bunch. I know my heart broke many times and I've done near everything that has been placed around me to fix it but I fail or just have little compassion for myself. Fake the smiles, seem proud, do this and that for others. Just like Wolfe from Clone Wars said "We're just Clones, sir. We're meant to be expendable". That's how I was treated in relationships. How people view me. But, I learned that I love myself. That I am worth the universe. That I am not to be thrown away and treated terribly just so I felt like someone is there. I can do that myself. I will have my moments. Remembering the pain and sorrow I went through with them. The anger and frustration of my friends leaving me. The loneliness and heartbreak that I had gone through with some people that broke my willpower. But, I will remind myself. Who needs such people and who cares for the opinions of others? I am enough. I also want to point out the occupational aspect. I wanted to be in the Navy, because that's what I thought I would've enjoyed it for what the people at NJROTC did for me. But, it wasn't for me. Especially who has people at home they love dearly. Nothing is perfect there, but, at least there is someone who loves and cherishes my existence. I decided that it wasn't for me and I'd be much better off enjoying an occupation where I love every second and have low-moderate pay than have a job that is high paying but I hate it. I think that you should take the advice of Martin. "Life is too short to be unhappy." No one here, maybe some trolls and bullies here and there, wants you to be unhappy. Take breaks and enjoy yourself when you need them.
Just remember, BabyStar, that you are worth it. Regardless of how people feel about you, regardless of how people have treated you, regardless of what negative things you were told, regardless of everything. You are you and you is perfect for you.

Sending hugs your way

I know words can only do so much but know you are not alone dear. Send the biggest virtual hug I can. ❤️❤️💜💜❤️❤️💜💜

no amount of sellotape can mend a broken heart. that being said look at what you have achieved sqiggle. your a loved artist well known furry and little you've even followed your heart to give up a job you didnt like to focus on somthing you belive in that takes courage that makes you stronger than even i could imagine. i cant begin to understand how you feel inside personally. but know theres peeps out here in the world that are enriched by having you in their life. lots of digital hugs as i cant give you peoples to peoples hugs xXxXxXx

judging from experience, big mood star :< . I took years of tinsy little steps every time I broke to even reach the point where I could even talk to doctors and then another decade before I could even greet people without a nervous breakdown. I can even use public transport for short times now! there is hope for improvement little gem. **hugs**

-hugs tight- It never gets easier and you may never fully heal, but that's okay. Always try to remember you have friends and family that think you're incredible. It's okay to be broken, and despite all you've been through you still shine brighter than the northern star. To me that makes you stronger than you will ever know. I hope you feel a little better, kiddo.

I feel you... I really really do...

Star, Jesus can help. I know that sounds super cheesy, but it's true. I don't want to share a lot of information, but I felt super lonely and broken and thought that everything is meaningless until I finally listened to my parents and really thought about Christianity. I'm telling you, find a pastor or give the Bible a once-over; I believe it'll really help with those feelings!

I'm glad you found something to help centre you. Ive read the bible, and In much the same was as Aesops fables I enjoy the parables and there are some really good lessons its trying to teach. I'm not sure religion is where i'm going to find my centre.

hugs

You are not a useless frickup. It's ok to cry when you're sad.

M: Star, I know how it feels. I didn’t have this padding desire until I saw your character. I have sensory issues and love soft and smooth surfaces, like silk. You’re character is helping restore me, and my God, he CAN heal your broken heart, the journey will be hard, long, painful, and emotional, but you must persevere through this. I know that one day, you’ll look back at this and see how the pieces fit. Sorry, I know I’ve kept this bottled up inside, but U.R.N.A, (you are not alone). I pray for you almost everyday, just know, digitally, I’m right there with you. God’s calling you, my life was meant to encounter you, and I see something in you that God sees too, you have a heart of light. Don’t give up on him, Satan is trying his best to corrupt you, don’t listen to him, my dream, is to see you in Heaven, when we draw our last breaths.

Amen!!! Hope to see y'all in heaven as well!

Hey, we all have those days and sometimes long ones too, but broken can be fixed, i have my day us of being broken and i find that when it comes to i can only fix my broken moments.

Hey my doors are open if you want to chat

-hugs too-

I so relate to this, sometimes you just feel like crap, sometimes you feel fine. Life sucks sometimes and it's sad that alot of society just cant be nice so we can feel comfortable to share our sadness.
*Big hugs*

I do know the feeling. I hardwired into me that I'm going to lose anything I place value in like my ABDL. I've been fearing it forever and I still haven't lost it. But no matter what that fear keeps being there.

just so you know you are my favorite artist. when I need to explain to someone what I like or "am into" I refer them to some slides of your comics that portray those elements. I haven't told anyone who is outside the ddlg/abdl or bdsm community though. also your comics make me feel less alone and make me feel like it's ok to have these kinks.

-hugs and strokes your hair gently- shh its all going to be otay

This hits home so much with me :(