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Re: Anybody want to vent or chat about anything? w/c 08.12.25
Hey @Redemption how are you feeling today? sorry to hear that you were struggling to sleep, that must be difficult. Did you manage to get some rest at all?
@Verity Ive just been struggling bit today about my situation but I made a thread, its just hard getting put down again. Thanks so much for checking on me, I hope you're ok
TW- sensitive topic, abuse.
I am just so Angry, fustrated and upset at the moment.
The way things were done was horrific, the way I was treated was horrifying. And even now, the way his release is being done is wrong and traumatic.
The way things were done was horrific, the way I was treated was horrifying. And even now, the way his release is being done is wrong and traumatic.
Re: Christmassy Quiz! - Monday 22nd from 3pm to 4pm
@Leyla That sounds lovely. I’m flexible, so either the 30th or earlier on New Year’s Eve works for me. A start around 4–5 is no problem at all. Whatever works best for everyone is absolutely fine. I am honoured to be able to host a quiz for you all.
Ech0
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Re: Weekly Challenge - Do Something Warm for Someone!
Love this! @Leyla and what a great gresture from your friend @Sian321
I'm definately going to be think of some things I can do more often...I've been meaning to go through my wardrobe and find things I don't need and donate them to a local charity shop, it's been on my to-do list for a while but this has motivated me to get it done!
I'm definately going to be think of some things I can do more often...I've been meaning to go through my wardrobe and find things I don't need and donate them to a local charity shop, it's been on my to-do list for a while but this has motivated me to get it done!
Verity
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Re: Christmassy Quiz! - Monday 22nd from 3pm to 4pm
@Ech0 Thatd be great!! We can do it earlier in the day on NYE or we can do it Dec 30th if that would be better for you - usually we try to do it between 4-5 if that'd work for you?
Leyla
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Re: Christmassy Quiz! - Monday 22nd from 3pm to 4pm
@Leyla Thank you for the invitation. I am not sure if I would be free on New Year’s Eve (in the evening at least) but will likely be free for most of the day before and would be glad to put together a quiz.
Ech0
1
Getting doubted
People have started criticizing me again. I thought it had eased off a few weeks ago, but the situation has escalated once more. I am still not where I want to be, and on top of that, people keep judging me, comparing themselves to me, telling me what I should have done, and expressing doubt about me. I really hate being doubted and criticized. It makes everything feel heavier. Today, some comments were said to me that brought dark thoughts into my mind, even if only for a short while. I have been feeling like this for so long, dealing with the same thoughts over and over, trying to hold on, but when I keep getting comments, doubt, and criticism from others on top of my own self doubt, it is so hard. I do not feel supported, and there are not many people I can turn to. Most of my days are spent at home, leaving me mentally and physically drained from it as it is. I know I am on my own path, but it often feels like everything I do fails. I have been trying small changes like reducing screen time, being more assertive, avoiding overthinking, and actively looking for work. Despite setbacks, I am persisting and looking for a breakthrough, even though nothing I have tried so far has worked out as I had hoped.
Re: Breakup
Hey @LolaPumpkin13 , I just wanted to post here to say that it sounds extremely tough coping with these thoughts, and you're doing so well to keep reaching out for help. I get the sense that these last few weeks have felt very isolating for you - you're trying to get help, but don't feel listened to or heard. Did you have your first counselling session? That sounds like a potential positive step, and I really hope you can find that 1:1 support you're looking for very soon.
When the thoughts get loud in your mind, what kind of things do they say?
We're listening, and thank you again for your trust in opening up about this.
When the thoughts get loud in your mind, what kind of things do they say?
We're listening, and thank you again for your trust in opening up about this.
Sian321
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Re: Anybody want to vent or chat about anything? w/c 08.12.25
I dont know if I'm going to be able to sleep tonight, I've been criticised today and struggled to sleep the past few days as it is then up early hours not getting back to sleep just lying here