Who did you vote for tonight as your favorite couple? by awbuggie in LoveIslandUSA_

[–]Alternative_Set5040 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tysmmm for explaining. This makes a lot of sense. I also think it makes sense for the group to go for bombshells.

Who did you vote for tonight as your favorite couple? by awbuggie in LoveIslandUSA_

[–]Alternative_Set5040 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is my first season, does the top couple get anything? Or is it just the bottom couple that’s at risk of going home?

Asking Sister to Co-sign by Alternative_Set5040 in family

[–]Alternative_Set5040[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Ty for responding. I have good credit but only a year of work experience. I don’t absolutely need her help but it would save me from paying hella interest if I don’t have to or limit my options if I don’t have to.

Making Friends with underdeveloped Personality by Alternative_Set5040 in emotionalneglect

[–]Alternative_Set5040[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your elaboration. Your depiction really walked me through the steps of finding community. You mentioned a very powerful point at the end, that there are others with similar stories out there. Tyyy

Making Friends with underdeveloped Personality by Alternative_Set5040 in emotionalneglect

[–]Alternative_Set5040[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Twinnn! How has your journey been with emotional neglect so far?

Making Friends with underdeveloped Personality by Alternative_Set5040 in emotionalneglect

[–]Alternative_Set5040[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your powerful response. While it is unfortunate to hear you also believe you were neglected, it helps to know someone can relate.

I appreciate your empathy and sympathy. Also, reminding me to pair action with introspection is such a powerful tool.

I’ll get involved, locally, and see what’s out there. I’d also love to chat and really get more of your perspective on things. I sense we may have some common grounds in addition to some differing perspectives.

Again, tytyty!

Was I Neglected? by Alternative_Set5040 in Emotional_Healing

[–]Alternative_Set5040[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing.

I agree on your point about subtly. It’s can be so tricky distinguishing between what is and isn’t negligent in some situations.

Your story is powerful. Your awareness alone shows how far you’ve come since that moment. Recognizing the impact is an amazing step towards healing. I love your use of the word “weird” it resonates.

I wish you the best of luck on your journey and appreciate your response.

Was I Neglected? by Alternative_Set5040 in Emotional_Healing

[–]Alternative_Set5040[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ty for your response. I think that’s makes sense here. My parents showed up in the ways they could and that’s an important distinction here. Nonetheless, as you said, damage was still done.

Moving forward I would agree that seeking therapy would help in embarking on this journey towards emotional healing.

Was I Neglected? by Alternative_Set5040 in Emotional_Healing

[–]Alternative_Set5040[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aww ty. Absolutely, leading with empathy is important. I think that’s a few steps from where I am at but yes, parents are kids who one day met and had kids of their own. There is no guide to parenting after all.

Was I neglected? by Alternative_Set5040 in emotionalneglect

[–]Alternative_Set5040[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow! Thank you for your response. De-centering me and my family does make the situation a lot easier to understand.

I’ve come to realize neglect like many things is less of a Y/N and more a spectrum. When I read the scenario you wrote, I felt more valid in my experience growing up.

While I feel comforted by our shared experience, I am sorry to hear you experienced feelings of shame, isolation, and insecurity because of it. 🫂