This is where I try to map my feelings to words. You might find these relatable, crazy, and/or just plain cringe. Regardless, read at your own peril. 🤨

Latest Posts

Entry 124

Published on 2026-08-07 15:18:04 -0500 by hyperreal
Still feeling pessimistic about my future, but I'm going to try for the Canonical SysAdmin badge, for whatever that's worth. From browsing the site, it looks li...

Entry 123

Published on 2026-08-03 20:12:09 -0500 by hyperreal
I feel like crying but I'm unable to muster tears. I've described this before as like dry-heaving but for crying. I'm feeling pessimistic about my future.

Entry 122

Published on 2026-07-26 04:20:09 -0500 by hyperreal
I feel like a lost cause. That would be pretty sad if true.

Entry 121

Published on 2026-07-09 20:42:14 -0500 by hyperreal
The tags just about cover everything I have to say.

Entry 120

Published on 2026-07-06 17:27:05 -0500 by hyperreal
I am feeling like useless loot today. Like a loot item that doesn't have any purpose in the game besides serve as clutter and is valued at 1 gold. Just drop me ...

Entry 119

Published on 2026-06-30 17:48:02 -0500 by hyperreal
Earlier today my mom asked me a question about dinner in a text message. I went upstairs to respond to her, and when I entered the room she kind of snapped a li...

Entry 118

Published on 2026-05-31 18:43:48 -0500 by hyperreal
Today I've been feeling unpleasant. I don't know how else to describe it other than "unpleasant" and "dysphoric".

Entry 117

Published on 2026-05-19 18:30:48 -0500 by hyperreal
I got a lot done today, and I've been very helpful to my family these past few weeks. I should feel some sense of accomplishment or improved self-esteem, but I ...

Entry 116

Published on 2026-05-16 20:51:59 -0500 by hyperreal
I see one of my internet crushes has done a great presentation at PyCon and I get that FOMO feeling. Would have preferred vicarious experience over that. 🫤

Entry 115

Published on 2026-04-30 20:08:48 -0500 by hyperreal
I'm feeling insecure and would like virtual hugs but I'm afraid to ask for them because I don't want to be too needy.