I've been searching for a affordable apartment

but it seems the only thing I can afford is a participation trophy for trying

My therapist said 'doing the work' means leaning into discomfort.

I told her I'd just lean into my weighted blanket instead.

I've been doing the work in therapy to recognize my emotional triggers

now I can identify the exact moment I'm about to send a drunk text

My boss told us 'we're a family here,'

which is why I'm always guilt-tripped into doing extra work and can never afford to move out.