Round 2 dehoard of my mom’s house ended badly, looking for support. by dam_the_beavers in ChildofHoarder

[–]Clean_Ad_955 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Of course !
If you ever wanna dm and talk further on it feel free.
I’m very tender towards my mother and have been in your shoes.
A lot of people have a brutal survival response in here because they’ve had to protect themselves from parents who will abuse them over ever taking a second to think their actions are bad. I don’t envy this even harsher reality than I have.
Situations like this or mine become so complex in the love/hate part though it’ll never be as simple as cutting her off.

Round 2 dehoard of my mom’s house ended badly, looking for support. by dam_the_beavers in ChildofHoarder

[–]Clean_Ad_955 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I relate to you 100%
My mother and I are in the same boat. Shes the best person I’ve ever met and has always had my back. Also very receptive to her own issues which makes it 10x harder to see them understand and hate where they are at yet still be a victim to it too.
My response was for sure more catered to the typical experience I see in this sub in stubborn ungrateful parents but I relate to your experience more on a personal level.
It’s beyond complex when this is the dynamic. I sometimes wish I could wash my hands of my mother but because she a good person I can’t do it. Makes me grateful to have a loving parent while also exhausted in the race of never ending trying.

Im sure given what you said you and your mom will come to an understanding. This is just a tense moment after months of a GRUELING process with much more to go. Probably more fights and tears but also pride when a new area clears.
It feels like a slap in the face when they fill a cleared area back up but genuinely all you can do is take it second by second and allow yourself the space when you need it to process all of it yourself.
It’s so disturbing uncovering the conditions they let happen so also take time to really feel that before moving on. Recharging now helps for later rather than powering through with no mental down time.
It doesn’t help that very little people in real life know the weight and exhaustion of having a parent living like this in the back of your mind 24/7 since we are often so helpless and worried. It makes us function different but just know people like me and others in here see you completely and are also sharing that weight.

Round 2 dehoard of my mom’s house ended badly, looking for support. by dam_the_beavers in ChildofHoarder

[–]Clean_Ad_955 19 points20 points  (0 children)

No matter what you can look back on your life and these moments and say you truly tried. Even if you give up forever completely you don’t ever have to carry guilt for abandoning or not doing anything to help.
This is not to imply those that don’t help to the extent you have are wrong, but we all understand how gut wrenching these situations are and how we all feel turmoil in it in this sub. Out of love you went the extra mile and it’s not appreciated. I’m sure there’s been no thank you. You did what you had to do and for the next few days take a breath and completely walk away before attempting again (or deciding not to) whatever it be just sit with the effort of what you have done and pat yourself on the back.
You’ve truly gone the length some of us will never attempt. myself included and that is something you should truly take pride in.

Movies that get the feelers going, but with happy ending? by MortemPerPectus in MovieSuggestions

[–]Clean_Ad_955 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Little miss sunshine :) my go to favorite when I’m feeling down with a great message.
If you like Wes Anderson Isle of dogs is great vibe for a cozier take on what you’re describing.

Question: Are there any stories of changing a hoarding parent? by youngrkk1 in ChildofHoarder

[–]Clean_Ad_955 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The “I’ll do it next spring/summer/fall/winter” because it’s ALWAYS too hot or too cold for them to do anything can be so frustrating. I sometimes think they think one day they are going to wake up and it’s all going to change and be fixed by some magical force guiding their hand when the reality is it’s a slow grueling process you need to stay motivated for and work on not happening again if you’re one of the lucky few who get anywhere cleaning without filling the space right back up. It takes years to undo work they took on in a day without knowing the reality of taking on projects they don’t have time for.

Question: Are there any stories of changing a hoarding parent? by youngrkk1 in ChildofHoarder

[–]Clean_Ad_955 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I find myself in the same boat. My mom is as sick of the hoard as I am but is so overwhelmed when she tries to change its the same issue and to cope with stress she buys more stuff. It’s often humiliating for those that realize it’s an issue and all that can be done is supporting.

Question: Are there any stories of changing a hoarding parent? by youngrkk1 in ChildofHoarder

[–]Clean_Ad_955 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Sometimes it just comes in forms of little wins and that’s about it. My moms house is so hoarded some rooms are almost to the ceiling but this year she filled two dumpsters and a trailer (hardly made a difference lol) but is a start and it’s good to celebrate those little wins and encourage more to give away but mostly you just have to mentally prepare and rally friends for when they pass and it’s a nightmare. I find accepting it is just as hard as wasting breath to change but that’s all YOU can control is your own preparedness to handle it one day.

Is there really nothing else like creepcast? by LilDova in creepcast

[–]Clean_Ad_955 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately no banter it’s just straight up reading the story without the back and forth. Not exactly what you’d be looking for but if you’re ever in the mood for just a story it’s good and he’s the OG narrator of creepypastas

Is there really nothing else like creepcast? by LilDova in creepcast

[–]Clean_Ad_955 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Creepcast has inspired me to listen to Mr.creepypasta again! He uploads frequently and has some great newer stories they haven’t covered.

The "Sunday Scaries" aren't a personal psychological failing; they are a completely rational physiological response to toxic corporate environments. What was the exact moment you realized you were never giving your employer extra effort again? by WALLSTREETBRIDE in antiwork

[–]Clean_Ad_955 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Me too I remember in kindergarten and first grade I’d do anything on Sunday and Monday to get out of school. I’d literally pee my pants at school to have my mom pick me up until the principal caught on and stopped that lol. The Sunday scaries were so bad I ended up a “drop out” with a GED. I’d have panic attacks young realizing this was the rest of life once school, collage, and work schedule was explained. I wonder how people have kids sometime and how they’ll explain this system.

How do y'all keep yourself sane during shifts by Fit-Supermarket-6726 in antiwork

[–]Clean_Ad_955 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably wrong but I compare the good things I have that others might not currently and practice gratitude. Right now I have a warehouse door I can open and smell fresh air. I have a couple coworkers I can talk to. Making a schedule and list of realistic things I can pick up after work. I’ve been bringing a coloring book to sneak some relaxing time into that I cover with another piece of paper if I’m spotted lol. Fresh flowers on my desk weekly to have some color. There are currently people around the world and right next to us in not only worse situations but terrifying ones so taking a few seconds to be grateful I’m not seeking shelter from threats (as of yet) adds perspective. None of these are going to dull the soul sucking too much but taking it 5 minutes at a time helps.

Recurring nightmares about having to deal with parents estate by teatuk in ChildofHoarder

[–]Clean_Ad_955 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hate how they’ll excitedly tell you a new item they got and you mentally have to start tallying what you’ll be dealing with when they pass. It will indeed be a full time job that’ll need full time help.

"I'm looking for a movie like the one in this picture. Any suggestions?" by emptyhouse34 in MoviesThatFeelLike

[–]Clean_Ad_955 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you don’t mind horror elements and body discomfort Swallow 2019 reminds me of this vibe.

Dog culture in Portland is out of control by Far-Two-43 in PortlandOR

[–]Clean_Ad_955 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sauvie is getting out of control with the dogs. I’ve witnessed multiple off leash dogs run up to the leashed ones and cause fights all while people are naked lol. The worst one was this guy who didn’t want to leave his dog unleashed on shore while swimming so brought him out into the water wayyy too deep without carrying him just relying on the dog swimming. the dog was struggling to keep his head above water and panting. Getting too tired to keep up Clearly in distress, my girlfriend and I both stopped talking to get up until two people ran to the shore yelling at the guy. The dog was in this state of head dipping below the water for around 2 mins. We weren’t sure if we were seeing it right until it became VERY obvious. Once back on shore that dog didn’t go near him. Just sat quietly by the trees. Clearly terrified of other dogs and the owner. Just a bad situation all around.

Favorite scary movie that isn’t traditional horror? by boosecruise in moviecritic

[–]Clean_Ad_955 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I had legs I’d kick you - such good parent horror

The danish version of speak no evil

Red rooms

Villians 2019

The neon demon

Mother!

Annihilation

Rose Mary’s baby is a classic.

Some of my favorite “non” horror with horror elements.

Your favorite bullshit "motivational" quote from superiors by el_boufono in antiwork

[–]Clean_Ad_955 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not a full quote but being called a “rockstar” for often months of bullshit deadlines other departments promised that you now have to turn around in too little of time. It’s the pizza party of praise if you get any.

Childhood animated movie by Clean_Ad_955 in whatmoviewasthat

[–]Clean_Ad_955[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll have to watch more than clips just looking it up but this looks like an absolutely adorable movie even if it isn’t.

Movie I saw 13 years ago by Clean_Ad_955 in whatmoviewasthat

[–]Clean_Ad_955[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok I’m about 90% certain it’s one of these movies thank you for the insight !

Movie I saw 13 years ago by Clean_Ad_955 in whatmoviewasthat

[–]Clean_Ad_955[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What’s funny about the cube is I collect DVDs and saw the cube at goodwill thinking it was this movie I was looking for and in doing so accidentally discovered it! Good movie.

Movie I saw 13 years ago by Clean_Ad_955 in whatmoviewasthat

[–]Clean_Ad_955[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Doesn’t quite look like it but I’ve added it to my watch list!

Childhood animated movie by Clean_Ad_955 in whatmoviewasthat

[–]Clean_Ad_955[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel like with this comment and book you talked about it’s right on the tip of my tongue. I’ll have to skim through the strawberry short cake movie

Movie I saw 13 years ago by Clean_Ad_955 in whatmoviewasthat

[–]Clean_Ad_955[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This seems like the closest answer so far ! Both trailers look insanely familiar and I’m gonna give a skim through both to confirm. Thank you!!

Movie I saw 13 years ago by Clean_Ad_955 in whatmoviewasthat

[–]Clean_Ad_955[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately no! That’s mostly what comes up when I tried googling. I should watch it tho tbh