Whether you're feeling anxious and depressed about current events, or you're coping with mental illness or seasonal depression, it's very true that sometimes things can become overwhelming. And when things get overwhelming, it's important that you practice self-care. For some people, that means turning off the news, taking a long, hot bath, and knocking back the chamomile tea. For others, it's indulging in an irresponsible amount of alcohol. We prefer browsing darkly funny memes that address the depressing stuff we're going through. And we're serving up a big old batch of 'em.
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Remember being a kid and eagerly awaiting the exciting freedom of adulthood? Being able to make choices about your home, be in a relationship (or not) and work a job you love? That reality, for most of us, has been pretty freaking unfulfilling. We're starting to realize that most aspects of being an adult are actually pretty boring. But fortunately, as these memes so skillfully display, we're definitely not alone in these feelings.
Happy hump day dear friends and family! Here's to making it halfway through the week. To reward you for all the hard work and vigilance, we've put together this super-sized batch of memes that range from spicy to, well, pretty wholesome. We hope you enjoy them as much as we did.
Being locked in your own home for months at a time can really f*ck with your mental health. It's not surprising then that many of us have been feeling more depressed than normal. If you're really going through it then there's no shame in seeking out a therapist. And just remember, this won't last forever! Check out some more mental health memes here!
We come bearing gifts, and we come with a message. The message? Don't let boredom take hold of your poor, poor brain. The gifts? A crap ton of memes, tweets, and Tumblr posts that will aid you in the long-running battle against tedium. Use these tools, and use them well.
We're huge proponents of leaning into ones' dark side - even when the world isn't quite as shitty as it is now. These memes offer up a healthy dose of misery, edge, and morbidity that will resonate with anyone who lets their negative energy shine. It's exhausting to pretend to be happy. Give yourselves a break. You deserve it.
While some people may be touting the benefits of positivity during this global crisis, we're more inclined to suggest you lean into the darkness. Going through it means actually having to feel - that means you should be feeling the bad stuff just as much as the good stuff. And after all this is over, hopefully we'll laugh about the misery. Just like we chuckled at these dark yet relatable memes.
We know that some of our issues can be classified as first world problems, but mental health issues are really no joke. Even if you have every reason to be grateful and happy, those damn chemicals manage to get in the way. However you're feeling, here are some memes that will reassure you that you're sure as hell not alone.
As a sufferer of both depression and anxiety, I know it helps to know that you're not alone in the struggle. Talking to a therapist, friends, or loved ones helps, but we have to admit: memes are one of the best ways to know that what you're feeling is something other people relate to. So whether you're clinically down in the dumps or suffer from panic attacks - or both - these memes are for you.
Let's just get this out of the way: depression is no joke. However, it can be a good thing to occasionally make light of it to lift your spirits. Laughter definitely isn't the best medicine like they say, but it certainly can help.
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If you're default humor is self-deprecating, these memes are for you. They're depressing, they're funny, and they're relatable as hell. Just promise us one thing: try not to be so down all the time. It's okay to be nice to ones self every now and then!
