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We often see what we want to see, and we all have our own inherent bias and pattern recognition. That said, I went in cold turkey to the movie Thunderbolts* when my daughter and I went to see it recently. I didn't watch any trailers, avoided spoilers, etc.

And what I saw was me.

Here's My Short Spoiler-Free Review:

I was not at all expecting the amount of depth the story has

There are some very authentic-feeling portrayals of living with mental illness

It was fucking awesome

And My Slightly Longer And Still Not Very Spoilery Review:

As a person who lives with mental illness, I got to see A LOT of what I feel, have felt, have experienced reflected in a certain character's own experiences. And their journey isn’t just an inclusivity checkmark; it’s the core of the movie. I think a lot of people will see themselves reflected here, and by not explicitly stating this character’s diagnosis, they allow the story to include anyone who lives with mental illness, addictions, trauma.

And all of the thoughtful and nuanced handling of mental health notwithstanding, this is just a great movie all around. You should go see it.

Me to myself, most days.

Beverly Crusher being a whole mood

Just a few reminders that:

- This is not ‘the most wonderful time of the year’ for everyone

- Whatever you have achieved this year, this month, today: It is enough

- YOU are enough

🖖 Make it so,

Make it so,

Make it so! 🖖

Ti's the time of the year for this particular internet gem 🎄☃️

Couldn't be me either. 🙂‍↔️

Louder for those in the back 👏

This ⬆️

Doctor Beverly Crusher @SpaceDocMom You're allowed to be angry at your disabilities and/or illnesses. You don't have to be, but you're allowed to be. Never let anybody police your emotions about your health. I'm here for you to support however you feel about all of it in any given moment. emojis: black heart, blue heart, masked 1:10 PM · Sep 4, 2023

Agreed. This. ⬆️

Can confirm, this is exactly how I feel.

Squee. That is all.

#What is happening

Good words from someone who wasn't able to find happiness enough to stay. Life is short. Do what you need to look after yourself, and not what others think you're supposed to. Do what makes you happy. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cep2dyfuf59o-vOJOcotDGpXh1hnlaPT4MBhRA0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Lot of similarities between Molly and River. I endorse this. 😊

“No power in the ‘verse can stop me.”

— Molly Carpenter, as “the Rag Lady”

One day.

You can't be happy all the time, but this sorrow you are feeling isn't all you have. The pain demands to be felt, but it also tricks you into feeling that it will never go away. But you can find release from it when you start coping with it. Instead of believing this pain is all you will ever feel, believe in yourself and that you can heal. I know you can. One day, this won't hurt as much.

Now *this* is a day I can get behind! For introverts, recharging our batteries isn't a luxury; it's a requirement to stay healthy. So for anyone observing or interested, get your hot cup of whatever, your things that recharge you (book, music, warm bath, yoga, netflix binge, etc), and enjoy a day dedicated to refueling yourself. #worldintrovertday #introvert #introverts #introvertsuniteseparatelyinyourownhomes #mentalhealth #selflove #selfcare https://www.instagram.com/raistlinsghost/p/CYPRu7_JUxl/?utm_medium=tumblr

I feel like it's pretty tough to argue with this one. https://www.instagram.com/raistlinsghost/p/CYDciHPrMOG/?utm_medium=tumblr

It pretty much do be like this. https://www.instagram.com/p/CX84YHUrEDu/?utm_medium=tumblr

For some of us, getting through the holiday season is kind of a nightmare, and this year in particular is tough for me. So I'm sticking with strategies that I know help. Rewatching old favourites, finding distractions, stepping back when I need to and not feeling guilty about it. One of my strategies is to binge the Doctor Who Christmas specials. So much fun (for me) to watch, and a great distraction. So, Allons-y!! What do you do to get through the holiday season? #doctorwho #christmasmovies #anxietystrategies #depressionstrategies #mentalhealthdoesnttakeaholiday #anxiety #depression https://www.instagram.com/p/CX39nDcr_iP/?utm_medium=tumblr

It isn't the holidays at our house until this movie is on, so I thought while we watch it, I'd put together this meme. Maybe it will encourage others to enjoy this Christmas miracle? 🤣🎄🏢 https://www.instagram.com/raistlinsghost/p/CX2JPpVrNh5/?utm_medium=tumblr

This is a tough season for a lot people. Please be kind to yourself. Do what you are able when you can, and accept that it's ok when you can't. You'll get through this. And if it helps, enjoy a smile wherever possible. (It's the unicorn's eyes that sell this one for me 😂) #mentalhealth #bekindtoyourself #mentalhealthdoesnttakeaholiday #mentalhealthadvocate https://www.instagram.com/p/CXoB3VkraZw/?utm_medium=tumblr

Don't try to be the person who you or anyone else thinks you are 'supposed to be'. Just do your best at being who you actually are. #bekindtoyourself #healingjourney #wholesomememes https://www.instagram.com/raistlinsghost/p/CXEEodtrl6f/?utm_medium=tumblr

You people know who you are... Lol. #itstooearlyforthis #thegrinchismyspiritanimal https://www.instagram.com/p/CWgdIk2r4x-/?utm_medium=tumblr

I received a good reminder about where the best place to live is earlier. Thought I'd share. #liveinthemoment #anxietyhelp #depressionhelp #mentalhealthadvocate https://www.instagram.com/p/CWdhDLDrxuc/?utm_medium=tumblr

Who knows. Maybe the mug's right? 🤷 #selfcarematters #selfcaresunday https://www.instagram.com/p/CWQ4F8Yrq0f/?utm_medium=tumblr

A friend let me know that today is world kindness day. I didn't know about this, but I do know that we could all use more kindness in our lives, to ourselves and to people we interact with, so I wanted to pay it forward. It takes so little to choose kindness. https://inspirekindness.com/world-kindness-day #bekindtoothers #bekindtoyourself #worldkindnessday https://www.instagram.com/p/CWOsw0VLiWj/?utm_medium=tumblr

Lest we forget #lestweforget #november11 #remembranceday https://www.instagram.com/p/CWJCejurTz4/?utm_medium=tumblr

#selfcare #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters https://www.instagram.com/p/CV-c-perxEl/?utm_medium=tumblr

Early morning moonset. Right in the same spot the sun goes down. Pretty neat to see. My camera phone (or me using it) doesn't do it justice. https://www.instagram.com/p/CVP_KFmra1uMl6XVcd_6cXCerPODpF5L6Hphj40/?utm_medium=tumblr

Go easy on yourself. And others. We've all been through a lot, and we rarely know what anyone else's traumas have been. #justbreathe #youvegotthis #youareworthy https://www.instagram.com/p/CVAgfeyLhfMEN3xgwKsX05jAOVhxG_6HOVOdmM0/?utm_medium=tumblr

But what if it's been with you so long that you can't remember who that person was? #mentalillness #mentalhealth https://www.instagram.com/p/CU7WLa9rYVGE5ogp7qASs3NNWjv8j_dHfoVKW80/?utm_medium=tumblr