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I've been there. It gets better. If this is helpful, great; if not, toss it. Sit with the pain and welcome it in, it's clearing you out for something better.

It's Monday. I have a pretty needy client Im dealing with now in a difficult situation, but I managed to enjoy my weekend and accomplish stuff too :)

Hi there, Posting here is a very good step. What is happening is not your fault. You are not to blame. Your brain will disagree with this statement, but try to accept that's how you feel now and put up some boundaries with this person. Gentle support as you put yourself first.

That sounds troubling that your therapist would say that.

I agree; I was just going to ask and see if someone through your school could help you to see a counselor.

I am so sorry you are experiencing this. Especially the reaction from your mom. Are you able to see a therapist? That would be helpful, I think.

Welcome! Yes, the toxicity we absorb affects all areas of our lives... but little by little I've understood my issues, learned to distance myself from the negativity and chaos, and things are better than ever while I still climb the mountain. Like you :)

I couldn't sleep; I'm up at 5 a.m.! And approaching my life with enthusiasm. !! The advice I've been dwelling on is you should choose the option that scares you the most... sometimes I think I know what that is but get surprised. Seeking more independence in my life, here's to that !

You need to set some boundaries to take care of yourself, too. Gentle support as you find your way.

I'm re-reading it; it's truly life-changing. Glad you found it. :)

I was invited to a friend's, but not until 7 so I had almost the whole day to face. Been having some crazy plumbing issues at my apartment and non-responsive management so looking to leave, was panicked. I tested myself to find the answers and started the online research. Now, I have a plan...

Hi, Welcome! I live alone, too. With my cats. I am glad to see you say "I love my life"... Wishing you a good day.

Agreed. Life can make me go crazy sometimes! And, there are really good things out there too :)

Households repairs and phone calls (whatever the reason) are two things with which I sometimes struggle. :)

Hope you are having a good Monday so far.

Self forgiveness and self gentleness are ongoing. We as survivors go through so much learning and reprocessing it can be dizzying. There is also space for new self acceptance, but the format varies. * Gentle support as you find your way.*

What Bamboo said.

This is the Kara Walker picture. I guess her legs are each on a separate cliff of earth which looks like they are separating, leaving a void under her.

Kara Walker has this piece of artwork called "Hanging On." I think that is the name of it. I cannot find it on the internet but it was in a magazine a few years ago. It's not a silhouette, but a drawing of a girl/woman hanging on to a skinny tree branch with her legs akimbo, in the air.

Our own way is the only way. Yoga has helped me so much, and I still do it about every day. I listen to positive affirmations and sleep stories. Everything is always working out for you and for me.

Welcome :)

Thank you for posting this. I am glad you are going to see a therapist. I am also grateful for your apology and your range of emotions. My gut tells me to process this with your therapist and don't bring it up with your siblings until they do; you took the major step of asking them if there is...

There is something about a metal pole that is safety, that makes me want to grab it and while I have a solid hold do beautiful moves from its safety. (I pole dance.)

There are safe spaces. One thing that helped me a lot is the sixth sense, accrued over time, that despite all I have been through and lived with, I'm f*cking sick of living in fear! Won't do it. I don't care how logical the reasons are! I had a friend who died at 19, and I just know that I'm...

Welcome, we are glad to have you here :)