A feminine way to alleviate depression

[ars_longa]

We had to go and make photos for our Gcs today. Since I was feeling (and looking) unbelievably shitty, which, unfortunately, has became a habit recently, I applied a bit of make-up to my face, which I didn't do in 4 years.

What a revelation. I completely forgot how much a small amount of make-up can change my face. It felt like I got a tiny bit of former me - young and carefree - back. I went to a store and bought myself everything new from the ground up, since whatever I brought with me from Kiev is, of course, totally spoiled now. It cost me $70 (50% sale, duh) but so fucking what? I feel better...

How much you can forget in just 4 years...

Comments

[ars-longa.livejournal.com]

Um, not exactly. I just bought everything quickly, since we were therу with our son, who is a natural disaster in stores. I think I'll try it your way too this week. :) I really am totally stressed out, and gladly do anything that has a chance of helping.

[doctor-iola.livejournal.com]

might help. it's not just browsing, it's also taking time off of your usual routine, no external distractors other than stuff in a store. It's time to yourself. see if it works--it helps me by being 'my time for myself'