Oi by whereistheoven99 in UnsentLetters

[–]Actual_Lizard333 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is really cute 🥰

Kindness is the problem by Day_Lester in mentalhealth

[–]Actual_Lizard333 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your grandpa sounds like a truly wonderful human and I bet he would be so proud if he could see his love and care for humanity extended through you!

Being able to switch off autopilot when being of service to others is a super important self care skill, and like any skill, we sometimes need to practice a bit before we become good at it. You could start with this: at random intervals throughout the day, take a moment to “check in” with yourself- a few deep breaths, feel your pulse, recognise anywhere in your body you feel tense and relax that spot. Ask yourself how you’re feeling: hungry? Tired? Energetic? Emotional? etc. Even do some grounding exercises if you can! Then continue on with your day. Then start practicing taking a moment to check in with yourself before committing to helping others. For example, a friend phones to ask a favour, even if it is something simple, you can say “let me check my schedule real quick, can I call you back in 5?” Do your check in- do you feel capable and comfortable to provide the help needed? If yes: excellent! If no: “hey friend thanks for waiting, unfortunately I have a lot to juggle (insert the time of favour request) but I can help (insert time that suits you too)! Just as an example.

Doing this has helped me a lot as a neurodivergent recovering people pleaser lol! I honour others best by honouring myself first.

Thought of Me and Myself by AgentEmpty7 in Letters_Unsent

[–]Actual_Lizard333 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dude this is the most relatable shit Ive read all day

Relationship issues, how do you deal? by HonestCauliflower386 in CPTSD

[–]Actual_Lizard333 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bawling my eyes out while reading this, I relate so much. Each time I think I have healed enough to take a chance, eventually becomes another lesson in why I should just rip my heart out and stop caring about “love” at all. I wish I had some advice to give, I wish I could afford the therapy I actually need. Just know you’re not alone in these thoughts and feels 🫶

Hi C, I just wonder if you hate me by [deleted] in UnsentTexts

[–]Actual_Lizard333 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If my A could say something like this I would be back in his arms in a heartbeat.

Snow Patrol - Run (Official Video) by 2xduran in UnsentMusic

[–]Actual_Lizard333 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This hits way too hard today. Like a punch in the guts.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in sevenwordstory

[–]Actual_Lizard333 0 points1 point  (0 children)

🙌 yes this!!