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Sometimes I wish people knew what I mean when I say I’m fine. I wish they’d dig deeper. My voice says “I’m fine,” and though I give a weak smile, my face must give some indication I’m lying.

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When someone asks how I am, my gut instinct is to pretend that everything is okay. 

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On the other hand there are some people, great wonderful people, people you love and laugh with, but when your paths change direction for whatever reason, you are not left with a hole where their smile used to be.

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It feels like heartache. The kind that gets deep into your bones.

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Let’s get real with each other. You’re struggling. I can see it.

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Be honest with yourself about what you’re getting into.

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I feel inadequate. And there’s not much I can do about it. Or even want to do about it. I actually like the feeling.

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My doctor’s office has gone electronic. They have put all of their medical files into a computer software system. Now all of my colds are zeros and ones.

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Hooray! Let’s all suck together in one massive global conspiracy of suck!

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Listen to music that gets you, songs that seem to have been written specifically for you. Read books that have the capacity to do more for your well-being than multivitamins or therapy.