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Ptsd, Bpd an me
Passion is a huge positive trait of BPD. For me, it’s what keeps me going. It gets me out of bed in the morning. I am probably one of the most passionate people you will meet. Talk to me about musical theatre and you’ll have me rambling for hours — it’s like a release. When I’m feeling good, I am friendly and chatty. When i am feeling bad, I hate myself. I decide I am terrible person and that everyone hates me and no one cares about me. I feel like I deserve to die and that I want to hurt myself. At times I do hurt myself, picking at my skin or pulling off scabs. I self-harm mentally as well, basically bullying myself and doing things I know will make me feel worse because I think I deserve to feel worse. When I’m like this, every little negative thing makes me feel worse. Maybe I send a friend a message and they don’t reply because they’re busy. I assume that they don’t care about me and that I don’t deserve any help and that I’m worthless. I often try and get attention from other people to validate myself, but when things get really bad, I cut myself off from people. I’m scared to ask for help in case someone ignores me or thinks I am doing it for attention. I tell myself over and over again how worthless I am. I need someone to show that they care. But as soon as someone gives me sympathy, I cry because I feel like I don’t deserve it. And as soon as they stop giving sympathy, I feel like they don’t care again. I’m also consumed with guilt for having taken up their time.
By sarah young4 years ago in Psyche
Celebrating Authenticity, Self-Love, Kindness and Inclusivity
For much of my life I have felt different and like I didn’t fit into the mould created by society. I became much like the chameleon. I would adjust my colours with a view that I might be seen as ‘normal’ and fit in with everybody else. It came from a fear of being rejected, outcast or abandoned. The truth is I had learned to abandon myself; all to become the person I thought others wanted me to be.
By Rachel Reeves4 years ago in Psyche
Care Bear Theory Lesson Plan
Care Bear Organizational Psychology Theory was created in May 2019 as a response to the actions of the Pooler Police Department and their continued violation of my rights while violating the law. While fleeing domestic violence of one of their officers, trying to get to someone I knew who would assist me in ending the abuse, of which I had many friends in well educated places, I was and have continued to be threatened, harassed and had without any cause my life fundamentally altered. Had a dead car battery not occurred, I would have been on my way to law school or to get a Masters in Counseling to focus on trauma counseling for first responders. No such luck when a police officer and his buddies on the force decide to threaten and harass a woman who was merely trying to get to friends, and right the mistakes of Chatham County Assistant Attorney Jennifer Davenport who had fundamentally altered the law by defrauding the Chatham County Superior Court and the Ga Supreme Court single handly.
By Justice for All4 years ago in Psyche
My Guide through the Dark
I broke my neck in a diving accident on July 2nd, 2005, rendering me a quadriplegic. I spent six weeks lying flat on my back, two of which were spent eating and breathing through a tube. Shrugging my shoulders and blinking were my only voluntary movements.
By Matthew B. Johnson4 years ago in Psyche
Men live lives of quiet desperation
The words I heard rang true in my heart which is why I was so moved and disturbed by them. “Men live lives of quiet desperation.” That’s what he said, and I was one of those men. The words stung as they burned and burrowed into my subconscious. What was I doing with my life? Why should I keep doing what I’m doing if I hate it so much? What was the point of it all, really?
By YA Fantasy Guy4 years ago in Psyche
Respect in EMS
“Survival of the fittest,” quipped the hard-drinking, burger-devouring, reckless-driving EMT as he stepped over the 18-year-old overdose victim’s body. Back in the ambulance, he imitated the vernacular of the low-income family of the girl we’d tried to save. Then he looked at his watch impatiently. Lunchtime. The girl had died vomiting out of her nose in front of her mother, and the EMT just wanted lunch. “I have no sympathy for addicts,” said the EMT. “They do it to themselves.”
By Samantha Marin4 years ago in Psyche
Top reason to choose Inpatient Drug Rehabs in Lake Ridge, VA
A quality inpatient drug rehab in Lake Ridge, VA will offer a variety of treatments for the person suffering from addiction. The process of recovery can be very long and arduous, but the best treatment is the kind of rehab that takes the time needed to treat the condition and maintain sobriety. If you're in the market for a new addiction treatment facility, you should look for facilities that provide a full range of services.
By Lynda Brekke4 years ago in Psyche
What are the activities of Inpatient Drug Rehab in Carlsbad, CA
Aftercare programs are a common part of drug and alcohol treatment centers in Carlsbad. Aftercare programs can provide sober living housing, family counseling, and other forms of support for those who are recovering from addiction. Some people choose to pay for these services themselves. Medicare and Medicaid cover a portion of the costs of substance abuse treatment in California. You may be able to find a provider who is in-network with your health insurance provider. Ask your employer to cover the costs of drug and alcohol rehab.
By Edris Sparks4 years ago in Psyche
Top-Notch Addiction Treatment Center in Bath, OH
For people who have trouble sleeping or have trouble concentrating, addiction treatment in Bath OH can help. These programs provide a structured environment for patients to focus on recovery. Some programs are residential while others are outpatient. Outpatient programs offer individualized care, while inpatient rehab centers usually provide a more flexible schedule. However, a residential program should not be considered a substitute for addiction treatment in Bath OH.
By Kayce Holtman4 years ago in Psyche
Storm Clouds of Anxiety and How I Learned Self-Care Can go a Long Way
About ten years ago I started down the path of anxiety. It came at me in a rush I had not a clue as to what was wrong with me. Everything scared me and put me in a panic. I would sit in crowds and sweat from the panic of wanting to run. I would get this warm shooting feeling down my spine. I couldn't catch my breath and I'd wake at night in a panic. I felt like my world was crashing into a fiery mess and there wasn't anything I could do about it.
By Erika Wood4 years ago in Psyche
9 Signs You’re in a Narcissistic Abusive Relationship
The best thing you can do when you find out that you are in an abusive relationship with a narcissist is to leave. Ideally, you should leave the relationship early to minimize the negative effects of the abuse on your mental health.
By Ahmed Sherief4 years ago in Psyche
Best Choices For Inpatient Drug Rehabilitation Treatments around Aloha Oregon
If you're considering a long-term rehab program for substance abuse in ALOHA, Oregon, you're not alone. There are many treatment centers throughout the country, and the benefits of inpatient treatment may surprise you. Inpatient treatment is designed to help you get the help you need in a short period of time. Inpatient programs may range from 30 days to more than two months, but you'll be able to find a program that suits your needs.
By Lenna Mercedes4 years ago in Psyche
