it's good, livin' with you

I am feeling more mentally healthy than i have in a long while. This is because I got disability back pay. The stress of not having money (and being expected to make my own way) was enormous, and now that it is mostly gone, I keep experiencing new levels of relief and a sense of rest.

I made a couple of purchases that I've been putting off for years: 2 new bras, new Keen sandals. (the old ones were literally falling apart). I paid off my dental debt. I feel more capable of handling obstacles and problems in my life. I'm less anxious, which interestingly, makes me more capable of noticing and dealing with anxiety when it does come up, because it's not just the normal background noise.


This is what safety nets can do. I want there to be a safety net for all people, such as universal basic income. I want people's debts to be forgiven.