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If Boys Could Cry
I search for a dry spot to rest my head on his chest—most of his shirt is already drenched in my tears. It’s the second time this week that his arms have held the immensity of my emotions.
By Dré Pontbriand4 years ago in Psyche
The N Word
God no, not that one! This one, Narcissism. It's the second most commonly used word in our society today, covid being the first... Truth be told, I'm sick of the word because depending on who's talking about it, you can get lost in the sauce! I'm going to start by saying that it is easy to call someone a name or diagnose someone especially when you believe that you are a victim of their behavior. The sad truth, however, is that at one point or another, we have been the person inflicting the injustice or invalidation and making another person feel like they are just not that important... It's called being Human, or maybe a spiritual person will say, not healing from traumas. We experience such a wide range of emotions throughout our lives (many new to us) as we deal with depression, anger, resentment, abandonment... the list goes on and on... That what you need, is to catch your breath and try to understand what is happening to you. If you can't understand yourself, what led you down that road, why you are where you are, reacting and responding the way you are, what boundaries you overlooked, never had or didn't know that you needed... (that's a mouthful I know) If you are currently "processing" your emotions internally and therefore lacking in the capacity to make time for someone else's problems, or issues, this does not make you a narcissist. So, let's get into it...
By Leah Ella4 years ago in Psyche
What should I pack for Sober Living in Paradise, NV
There are many things you need to consider when packing for sober living in Paradise, Nevada. The most important item to pack is a change of clothes. You might have to go without some of your favorite clothes for a while, but these clothes won't be as important as your new clothing. When you are packing for a sober home, you also want to bring the essentials that you use regularly. You may also need to bring some personal items that you use regularly, like your toothbrush and toothpaste.
By Madelaine Timberlake4 years ago in Psyche
Majestic Trips
Did you know depression was the main cause of disability? The world is in a state of sadness, and it shows. I wonder what has caused this and why it’s grown over time. It’s said about 280 million people in the world suffer from depression, so there’s never a need to feel alone. Medical News Today shed light on suicide being the fourth leading cause of death, these days. Mental health is vital, and I think it’s very important you find ways to cope in this life.
By Drako the Righter4 years ago in Psyche
Best Sober Living in Gastonia, NC
Sober living is a great option for people suffering from substance abuse and addiction. In Gastonia NC, there are a number of programs to choose from. Some of these programs focus specifically on treating college students, which may be helpful for struggling young adults. Other programs provide therapeutic support and educational classes for young adults who want to return to school after a period of drug or alcohol addiction. A transitional living environment is an excellent choice for a recovering alcoholic.
By Dorothea Deen4 years ago in Psyche
NPD: Tantrums, Slapping, and Egging My House
Narcissists are on another level of immature. Their inner being is akin to a juvenile delinquent. Ruthless, lawless, unapologetically disobedient. Narcs think they can do, say, and act however they fancy with no consequences.
By Bridget Vaughn4 years ago in Psyche
Why You Should Become a Doctor
There are numerous reasons why doctors are essential to our society. But, if the coronavirus pandemic hasn’t proven that already, then just think of all the medical care people might need in case another war breaks out, as tensions between Ukraine and Russia seem to be at an all-time high.
By PhysEmp4 years ago in Psyche
Broken by Life
Hello and welcome to my broken mind. I implore you to understand that the sentences you are reading and the world that you are about to dive into could be triggering and even dangerous on some levels. You see, I have Borderline Personality Disorder. Every single day in my mind the world is both pure bliss and utter hell, a rainbow of emotions with no end, only extremes. Nothing is ever simple in my mind. Feeling a thirst can and will turn my brain into a tornado of unsure thoughts. Have I drunk enough water today? Should I have any more caffeine? Do I want something hot or cold? So many questions over a simple need to drink something, so I settle on the easy answer.... water. You would think that is where it ends right, Haha, you'd be wrong. Now that I have drank the water, I am completely and utterly feel let down on the fact that I had other options and failed to give them enough thought. Yet oddly enough I am proud that I took the healthier option. Now that my thirst is satisfied, I wonder, could I have taken a sweeter and more enjoyable option such as a soda. I am really not supposed to have soda, way too many calories and way too much sugar but it would have been nice for the moment.
By Ambrosia Vibes4 years ago in Psyche
Malfunction
“You have to believe me,” he said. I wake up in the morning and rub my eyes. My hair is cascading in unruly swirls
By choreomanias4 years ago in Psyche
What is the main goal of Sober Living in Wayne, IN
The main goal of sober living is to help you achieve the goal of sobriety. There are a variety of ways to achieve this, including finding employment that can cover your bills. The key is to find a safe, sober home that offers a variety of services. Then, you can work on your recovery by learning how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. While you're in the program, you'll get the chance to explore the city's recreational and financial resources.
By Magdalena Mcglaughlin4 years ago in Psyche
McJammed
Bumping to JLo, Im flowing and the feeling I had just takes me way back old school. Reflecting Thinking and In my Zone but kinda just stuck knowing I important things to do, and I know what I’m doing but also I don’t know. What is clear though it’s that I things have to come to a stop today. I deserve to be free and All happy go lucky but it’s been a while that what I’m feeling is just a bad habit and a huge lesson I don’t ever really want to experience again but to actually do something about it, I know to put endings to my comfortable self BS and lies is to really see why? Asking self Honestly and Be completely authentic with my true self. Running through all the illusions I feed myself and clearing up that fog I can break out my mental anguish and imprisonments and Enjoy My life I have been given. Appreciate all that I’ve overcome because I could’ve been dead a long time ago. You can say at the same time though I was Dead most of my life cuz my mind wasn’t right with my heart and I didn’t care to show empathy or compassion nor did I want to acknowledge that I really was this way. The training of my mind to be right always but knowing that’s not Life along with all my past choices and holding back to be accountable for living the outcome of that, but in order to bring Peace of mind I have to learn from my wrongs pay it forward and I can finally breathe relief from shoulder and such a heavy weight I carried for so long will lifted from my world of self indulged attacks and I just think I’m ready to finally let go of sorrows and fear of actually enjoying the gifts of the presence and I need that. It going to feel so good to actually Believe I deserve that. No more lack and receive freedom and to see it reciprocated living in the truth of how I act. Not sure why but I don’t care who thinks whatever of me but this is just me against Me and facing my own experiences, nothing outside can validate me, be in competition of me or even compare to me for a fact. Only I know what’s truely inside of me and I have to go within my seeking deeply a Healing from what I Feel I need to forgive myself for to just move forward and it’s Not easy. It’s going to take time, a need to be patient and nurturing and kind with my heart. Not to rush the beauty in giving myself the time to grow breaking free and totally in the flow through smelling the roses and absolutely present in the gift, Yes!!! Yes! Yes I can do it and I take back the meaning of my life I had all along just to realize I never lose me just didn’t let myself feel the gift of the present and living presently gifted in my purposeful fulfillment of being Alive living Beautiful and abundantly ME. This is me and I’m just so grateful and thankful to be functional each and every moment knowing anything can happen I might not wake up but if I don’t I went out happy and I find fulfillment knowing I can pass and I enjoyed every second of my presence. I am so through infinity and beyond So In reality physically this life is so temporary so short I except that I’m already passed that but I’ma make it count and not take for granted the me, myself, and I best version of alive and living reality Bossed up and not settling less than telling myself each of the steps along the way, YOU Are so going out with a bang You Magical Peacful being! Dude YOU are so beautiful and Amazing. The universe just couldn’t resist to have the only one me, and when it’s all said and done I had to just have that. Nov. 2 ,2020 5:10 am no hash tag. Just a reminder of the journey as I journal this picture I paint of my Zone right quick as I read back and it sinks in deeper than ever before really appears that Im able to laugh and write a whole entire page of unlimited present gifts. Yes I’m just this and that was that but I can’t ever really not be proud of yourself passed the things I didn’t think at first I would even make it here to even look back at. Dam I can’t even see myself like that anymore but enjoying the presence as a gifts will certainly gift you that present…. So I’m moving forward and I soo passed that….until my next adventure I’ll continually be present in the gift That I am, just As that breathing on. Thank goodness 😅 haha! lol how’d you like that universe, I did that…
By Jam Jam4 years ago in Psyche
Top-Notch Sober Living in Castro Valley, CA
If you have an addiction problem and are considering sober living in Castro Valley CA, you have come to the right place. This town is located near the Bay Area and is a great place to get help. While the area is full of resources, there is no central hub for these services. You will have to look for each resource separately, and you'll end up with a scattered list of options. A central location would make it easy to find resources for people living sober in Castro Valley CA.
By Refugia Mccoll4 years ago in Psyche