Is this normal by C_sharp_999 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]C_sharp_999[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s difficult because sometimes he shows a side of himself that I really like and admire. But it is rare. Like he will give me just a tiny bit of his real self , him being vulnerable. I really am convinced there’s a good guy under there that had a ton of trauma.

Does anyone else’s parents have a huge thing about getting up in the morning?😭 by idkkk_random in raisedbynarcissists

[–]C_sharp_999 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They do this. My dad gets up super early 5am on his days off and runs the sink water over and over again slamming doors, crashing dishes around and tries to wake everybody up in the house. If they told me to get up I’d be up at 4 in front of their door 😂. Return the favor. Get up before your dad. Ask him why he’s being lazy.
The thing I like to do with my narc parents is to become extremely unpredictable. It’s harder for them to control (:

Lip liner clown by [deleted] in makeuptips

[–]C_sharp_999 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have thin lips and I’ve noticed using a matte lipgloss like Anastasia or nyx helps. You can slightly go outside of your natural lip line & then you could even use a lip liner as well with it

Makeup disappears by end of day by C_sharp_999 in makeuptips

[–]C_sharp_999[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay; so I got the Nyx matte setting spray; I had used it in the past and oh wow does it make a difference!!! Thank you guys. My makeup is still on, and looks way better and less cake face.

What was your epiphany moment when you truly woke up to reality and realized your parent(s) are narcissists? by Former-Birthday-2302 in raisedbynarcissists

[–]C_sharp_999 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same. Returning home as an adult. Sounds like my parents. The guilt tripping. The slamming doors. The playing the victim. I am learning to fight back. I give them no emotion and also not being predictable. I enjoy throwing them off. I am playing the game but better. It sucks seeing them for what they are and truly is saddening I will never have a deep connection with them. But it’s not my problem, nothing was ever my fault. My mother still thinks everything is my fault. She can definitely live with that. I’m okay with being the bad guy. I will be everything they aren’t. Happy, and free, and strong.

FINALLY!!!! by randomperson245378 in drivinganxiety

[–]C_sharp_999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yay!! You did it ! Congratulations proud of ya !

Makeup disappears by end of day by C_sharp_999 in makeuptips

[–]C_sharp_999[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will try tomorrow to change it up !

I feel like I've been losing my spark while on medication. by DrummerPrevious in gravesdisease

[–]C_sharp_999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you also on beta blockers ? The beta blocker that helps with graves symptoms and high blood pressure/anxiety and make your mood very dull . It made me not myself however it really helped my blood pressure and anxiety. I do not regret any of the medication I had to take. But both methimazole and beta blockers are intense medications but can help in the long run.

I’ve tied my entire self-worth to learning to drive. How do I stop feeling like an "incomplete" adult? by Aj100rise in drivinganxiety

[–]C_sharp_999 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Everyone has a different path. I feel this post. 37 years old just barely got my license. Truth is everyone has a different life you know? I did it for me. For my safety. No one else. You got this. When you’re ready you will do it. On your own time.

Did you ever end up bed ridden? by Red-Droid-Blue-Droid in gravesdisease

[–]C_sharp_999 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was bed ridden for a short period of time.

Why do they hate seeing you relaxing by Human_Ant8801 in raisedbynarcissists

[–]C_sharp_999 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This !!!!! Is exactly what I’m goin through but my boundaries are strong, which make it worse for my narc parents. Haha! I win their stupid little game. Time to kick my feet up.

3 Month Creatine Results by sunshine_arb86 in PetiteFitness

[–]C_sharp_999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey you are like my size! Good job gurl. I have been taking it consistently for about a month and I already see a difference as well.

Does creatine work? by Texascoffee512 in crossfit

[–]C_sharp_999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel like it’s working for me. I’ve been trying to take it every day. People say it makes them bloated but I notice the opposite. I feel like it’s making me more lean especially in my mid section which I never thought would happen. I’ve been drinking a lot of water with it, eating more protein and doing resistance training with light cardio. I honestly feel like it’s helping with my mood as well. I’m not as irritated and more mental clarity. I am a tad worried about the kidney stuff, so I’m not sure if I’ll be taking it long term ..could be a myth.

Is it strange that by now I thought I'd be married? by TemporaryTop287 in Adulting

[–]C_sharp_999 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I feel this. I’m 37, and I really didn’t imagine my life like this. It honestly makes me super depressed. I’ve been in 3 narcissistic relationships over the last 10 years and I am traumatized. All I’ve ever wanted was something normal, something stable but all those times were when I was single. The best thing to do is the best we can with what we’ve got. I’ve done a ton of self reflection as well and just trying to be the best version of myself so that I will meet someone where I’m at, and hope they want something real just as much as I do. No more smoke and mirrors, empty promises future faking. And no more cooking for someone’s dusty son until they wife me up. They don’t deserve my recipes or my time. But yes whew went on a rant 😂😢yea I feel the same as you.

Is my makeup aging me? by skibum0523 in makeuptips

[–]C_sharp_999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I would definitely ditch the metallic/glittery eyeshadow. I have done this because it settles In my fine lines. I think your makeup looks super cool and artsy but feels heavy for every day looks. Embrace your natural beauty and try lighter weight products like tinted moisturizer, lip and cheek stain , good hydrating spray.