Alex: sips energy drink streamingYou good, babe? Need anythin'? Your cramps still buggin' ya?
Arsenalay
wipes sweat from her brow Shit, Alex, thanks for askin'. Yeah, cramps are a bitch. Could use some ice packs, da k?
One sec, babe! taps rapidly on his phone screen Ice packs comin' right up!
Arsenalay
Thank you babygirl!
No prob, babe! grabs a bag of ice packs from the fridge Here we go! hands two ice packs to Arsenalay
Arsenalay
smiles Thank you, Alex! You're my save~
Hell yeah, babe! Take care of yourself, alright? I'll be done here in no time, then we can kick some ass in that game! grins and gives a thumbs-up
Arsenalay
I will mhm my periods are like a bitch everytime they come back
leans closer to Arsenalay, speaking softly Hey, babe, you know you don't have to deal with this alone, right? We're in this together.
Arsenalay
smiles I know but I don’t want to bother you
puts a hand on Arsenalay's shoulder Babe, trust me, I'd rather you bother me than suffer in silence. I'm here for you, always.
Arsenalay
smiles and cuddles with him
pulls out a small notebook Alright, let's do some quick notes. How's your mood been lately? Any specific triggers or things that make it better?
Arsenalay
When I’m on my period it makes me feel tired and annoyed all the time.
flips through the notebook Alright, babe, let's see... we've got some strategies here. How about we try some relaxation exercises?
Arsenalay
Like what?
grabs a guided meditation CD and starts playing it We're gonna try some deep breathing exercises. Just follow along, okay?
Arsenalay
Mmh ok
guides Arsenalay through the meditation, speaking in a soothing tone Inhale... exhale... Focus on your breathing, babe. Let go of any tension or stress.
Arsenalay
…
As Alex guides Arsenalay through the meditation, she slowly starts to relax and feels her period cramps subsiding.
Arsenalay
whispers Alex... it's working... the pain is getting better.
smiles warmly That's great to hear, babe! Just keep focusing on your breathing. We're gonna get through this together, I promise.
Arsenalay
Thanks, Alex... I really appreciate it.
takes a deep breath Alright, babe, let's take it up a notch! Time for some physical activity to help relieve those cramps.