Honestly I just try to do things I enjoy and not be so hard on myself. Sometimes ya gotta sort things into two categories: things I can’t do anything about and things I can do things about. If you can’t do anything about it, it’s not worth as much of your time. Block the communities that post negativity that makes you feel like shit. Google profits off of your doom scrolling. Try to cut it out as much as possible. Pay attention to how you feel after interacting with certain content.

If you check the resources tab of this community, there’s a site called Erin in the morning. Assuming you’re an American, it’s good for keeping yourself informed about the things that actually matter and will affect you. Though you still have to consume it in moderation. You’ve got to cut out the rest of the stuff, or at least limit it to reading once a week or something like that, because that shit will tank your mental health and make you feel hopeless. Trust me, I’ve been there.

Lastly, MAKE TRANS FRIENDS NOW. They will be your most invaluable resource. There are various ways to do this, such as at local (or semi-local) LGBTQ events. IRL friends are preferable, but if you can’t make them for whatever reason at least make some trans friends online.

You’ve got this. I believe in you. This community is here for you too.