Living in a more progressive society has shined a light on what was once an often-dismissed topic likemental health. It’s also allowed those struggling to find different coping methods, ultimately lessening their burdens.Memescan sometimes be a source of quick laughs that uplift the spirits. That’s where platforms like theExistence Is PainInstagram page come in. Its content doesn’t disappoint, touching on sensitive topics likeanxietyand overthinking and presenting them lightheartedly.We’ve picked out some of the best memes from the page, which we think you’ll enjoy. For those withmental struggles, hopefully these can make you smile today.This post may includeaffiliate links.
Living in a more progressive society has shined a light on what was once an often-dismissed topic likemental health. It’s also allowed those struggling to find different coping methods, ultimately lessening their burdens.
Memescan sometimes be a source of quick laughs that uplift the spirits. That’s where platforms like theExistence Is PainInstagram page come in. Its content doesn’t disappoint, touching on sensitive topics likeanxietyand overthinking and presenting them lightheartedly.
We’ve picked out some of the best memes from the page, which we think you’ll enjoy. For those withmental struggles, hopefully these can make you smile today.
This post may includeaffiliate links.
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Many memes you’ll see here tackle serious issues like anxiety in jest. According to licensed therapistTheodora Blanchfield, memes enable people to make jokes about their condition because of their presentation.In an article forVery Well Mind, Blanchfield mentioneda studysuggesting that memes can help promote emotional regulation when dealing with harsher subjects like mental health.
Many memes you’ll see here tackle serious issues like anxiety in jest. According to licensed therapistTheodora Blanchfield, memes enable people to make jokes about their condition because of their presentation.
In an article forVery Well Mind, Blanchfield mentioneda studysuggesting that memes can help promote emotional regulation when dealing with harsher subjects like mental health.
Human connection is a huge deal for everyone, especially those struggling with their mental health. Knowing that someone shares the same challenges as you do makes the burdens feel more bearable, at the very least.As Blanchfield points out, memes build a connection between people through communal enjoyment and laughter. It also creates a “shared” language.“Missing out on a meme won’t kill you, but having that shared language will help bring you closer,” she wrote.
Human connection is a huge deal for everyone, especially those struggling with their mental health. Knowing that someone shares the same challenges as you do makes the burdens feel more bearable, at the very least.
As Blanchfield points out, memes build a connection between people through communal enjoyment and laughter. It also creates a “shared” language.
“Missing out on a meme won’t kill you, but having that shared language will help bring you closer,” she wrote.
Others may see it as a way of promoting ideas of self-harm, which have been ona steady riseover the recent years.
Ultimately, it’s all about finding the balance. For psychotherapistDr. James Davies, it’s seeing memes for what they really are and taking them with a grain of salt.“The true value of these memes is revealed through analyzing their social function, which is to communicate deep discontent,” Dr. Davies toldRefinery29in an interview.
Ultimately, it’s all about finding the balance. For psychotherapistDr. James Davies, it’s seeing memes for what they really are and taking them with a grain of salt.
“The true value of these memes is revealed through analyzing their social function, which is to communicate deep discontent,” Dr. Davies toldRefinery29in an interview.
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