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    One Thing That Made You Smile Today?

    This video made me smile:
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    Insert Swearish Rant Here

    Tired of being hit by curve balls through this life. Tired. Exhausted. ETA This is funny because I thought it was the 'what are you feeling thread'. I am not angry lol.
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    What Is On Your Mind Right This Second?

    Learned a few days ago my sisters ashes won't be buried here, if they are buried anywhere, tbh. I wish she had had a funeral or blessing. I know what is not helping me but there is no replacment to be found. And not comfortable for options. Just SOL. It doesn't feel like Easter coming to me...
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    Writing PSTD in a character, help

    That is really neat @enough , Idk that! And funny with the Marlin, yes! 🤣 I think his description of his internal climate and even that of his thoughts of the marlin's thoughts, along with his understanding of human nature and struggle, is what made it gripping. (And his bloody hands in the...
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    Email fallout with T - need advice please

    I think that's really brave @beaneeboo , and you are welcome. I know I can over-focus on what seems scary. I like @ninja 's suggestion, and if there is much respect and esteem for one another you can say it out loud, too. Not putting someone on a pedestal, recognizing they are also human, but...
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    Email fallout with T - need advice please

    @beaneeboo just wanted to add one thing that I recalled. This seemed to start with the cancellation policy, and you know how much you searched the site, bearing in mind I'm guessing you felt pretty upset and confused. The feeling or perception that the policy then became available, and his...
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    Email fallout with T - need advice please

    HI @beaneeboo thank you for being so kind and diplomatic. I have to really rush so hope this makes sense! Yes ^^ everyone has their own life and all the challenges that go with it, including your T. ^^ Me neither- I always went by feelings and overthinking and didn't think there was another...
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    Email fallout with T - need advice please

    @beaneeboo I simply can't get through all the posts, but I had one impression from the beginning and it remains: I think your T responded from the start with what he did and how he did for his own business and financial concerns. Not as a testimony against you, or inferring anything else. Or to...
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    ADHD Can you have ADHD and not know it?

    It's my understanding a lot of adults find out they have it after their child gets diagnosed (they recognize they are ticking all the boxes, as is their child). Awareness of ourselves is lower with ADD and has to be learned, in a way. Yes trauma in childhood can be confused with ADHD and there...
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    I Realize That I

    In no particular order, I realize a relative and I who used to be close had some disagreements, that is normal of course. But what wasn't there that is now for a long time is something I never did: fear her. I am going through the motions, and losing what little resolve I had to pick up the...
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    One Thing That Made You Smile Today?

    Thanks @Weemie made me laugh re:the quote. I'm not quite as crazy as I feared then. 😜🤗
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    What Is On Your Mind Right This Second?

    No heat since this morning and I am still waiting for the repairman. And lots of snow. 😰🥺
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    Relationship Communication

    Hi @Brumbyinthesunshine . I apologize as I've only briefly scanned some of the other posts and agree with what others have said. I was kind of confused, since I actually wouldn't say that quote in regards directly to any sufferer as just a 'given', and have no memory of writing it? I can only...
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    Prayer Requests

    I could use one- WWIII over here for a while. Thank you if possible.
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    What Is On Your Mind Right This Second?

    Thanks along by what someone else said, I (too) think life would be more fulfilling if we could live more richly, richly in terms of emotions, vulnerability and gratitude and support for one another. Of course many times there are dangers to risking that. Dangerous with certain people or in...
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    do you have a supportive partner? what does that support look like for you?

    @Brumbyinthesunshine , I think it is critical to realize what we each define as support can vary much between people, at different times, and under different circumstances. For example, one person sick may want someone there or bringing soup; another person wants to isolate; another doesn't want...
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    do you have a supportive partner? what does that support look like for you?

    Was thinking about this as a different thread called love an emotion, but I think love is a decision. I heard it once said they shouldn't ask people who are getting married if they are in love, but ask do they choose to love that person (and through x, y and z)? I think support is a choice...
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    What Are You Feeling Today? Not Thinking, Rather Feeling! Can You Identify Yours?

    Yes @Shaylee . Now when my head races I stop, as it never helps me and often makes it far worse. It's a marathon not a sprint. Glad you are feeling better! ☺️
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    Would be helpful to not feel alone - Okay when busy; but when alone, silence surrounds, & never follow through on plans.

    Hi @Jennifer Revoal welcome to you. Maybe start with a very small step. You aren't alone. Virtual hug if you accept.
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    Paradox - what to do if you are so symptomatic you can't tolerate the level of care you need?

    Yes, thinking about it, if you feel like it, maybe you can say (compromise), `I know these suggestions are with the best intention, and I feel able to try (x, +/or y) right now. Z would not be something I am prepared for yet, because it has had the opposite effect for me in the past. I want to...
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    Paradox - what to do if you are so symptomatic you can't tolerate the level of care you need?

    That's awful @Ecdysis . Just because something is soothing to many people doesn't mean it's not upsetting to you. And with depression it helps to have a voice, and someone to listen to it, to be heard. Being treated with respect should always be a right you have.
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    What Are You Feeling Today? Not Thinking, Rather Feeling! Can You Identify Yours?

    Hope you are feeling better @Shaylee . 🫂
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    Sufferer Looking to connect with others

    Hi @annbooth welcome to you. 😊
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    What was the absolute "low point" of your life and how did you get out of it (if you don't mind talking about it) ?

    I think the best thing that helped was being told, "We'll get through this together", when there was no obligation to be helped and no immediate solution to what was overwhelming and frightening. It was surprising and consoling. Was thinking even of decades ago, with a catastrophic event my...
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    What did you find today? tangible or intangible?

    A green yo-yo with a waving rabbit on it: /\-/\ (*.*) >/ O~ /> A big heart drawn on the dusty bus window.
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