Yearly Check-in Thread - Catching Up!

Hey there, it's kind of funny how every year around this time I remember that this place exists and suddenly I'm here again. It feels like such a cozy spot to check in on myself and see how things haev evolved since I first stumbled upon this app way back during those pandemic years when high school was my whole wrold-and let's just say, it wasn't exactly the most stable time for me emotionally.

If there's anyone out there who remembers me from thta rocky start and is still hanging around here-hey Joe or whoever you are-I hope everything's going well with you. If not, nice to make your acquaintance! Anyway, I wanted to update everyone on where I'm at mentally speaking: things have definitely gotten better in terms of my depression and anxiety. Learning that I'm on the autism spectrum has been a big piece of it; now I'm really focused on adjusting my goals and routnies so they align with how my brain works. You know, just trying to smooth out life's bumps.

As for friends, well, over time I've managed to distance myself from those who weren't supportive, and these days I've got a solid group of people around me that are great. Stilll living at home though-I haven't quite made it on my own yet-but don't worry about that! Job-wise? Yeah, things have hit a bit of a snag since I'm currently jobless, but I'm working through it like always.

I've faced more than my fair share of challenges-though definitely not as many as some people have. You know, the good old journey to self-discovery and peace. But after shedding what didn't work for me, I feel like I'm starrting to find a groove that feels right.

So anyway, who knows if you'll see more from me in the next few weeks or not until this time next year? Either way, here's hoping everyone finds this place as comfy and supportive as it seems to be for others on their path to finding some peace however they define it.
(The picture is just a little thing I thought of that felt pretty relatable.)