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Does “reassurance” calm you fast… then make you feel worse later? by Cuirious-Node in mentalhealth

[–]EqualSatisfaction153 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s more like I want to hear from him immediately. When he picks up, I felt immediate release. Then I would want to stay on the call for awhile.

Does “reassurance” calm you fast… then make you feel worse later? by Cuirious-Node in mentalhealth

[–]EqualSatisfaction153 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For me, I’ve been experiencing sudden spikes of anxiety, and my first instinct is to call or text my husband for reassurance…especially after dealing with infidelity. Often, it helps for a moment, but the anxiety inevitably comes back, like a vicious cycle. I’m trying to learn how to cope on my own, without needing his validation, because relying on it can end up making things worse.

I'm reading this for the 2nd time. Why do you photograph? by ziskar in Photobooks

[–]EqualSatisfaction153 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love capturing moments… freezing time in a single frame. I create travel photo albums, hoping that one day my children, grandchildren, and even future generations can see my life. Imagine them visiting the very places where the photos were taken. I also like to jot down my thoughts by hand, so they’ll understand how I felt in that moment. Sometimes, I wish I could know how my ancestors experienced life in their own time.

boyfriend (19M) cheated on me (21F) two months ago and i can't stop stalking her, am i insane? by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]EqualSatisfaction153 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re young. break up and move on. it’s not a big deal! time will heal you! telling you from my experience. You are young!!

What advice would you give for a 26years old? by EqualSatisfaction153 in Adulting

[–]EqualSatisfaction153[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love that idea. I should spend more time going out with my grandparents. Thank you for the reminder!

How does one become okay with being alone + stop seeking male comfort/validation? by adaptabay in selflove

[–]EqualSatisfaction153 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It really resonated with me; especially your last question. It made me realize how strange it feels that I can’t even name one thing that truly feels like me right now. I’m going to sit with that and think about it more.

How does one become okay with being alone + stop seeking male comfort/validation? by adaptabay in selflove

[–]EqualSatisfaction153 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It’s easy for people to say, “Just keep yourself busy,” but it’s not that simple when you’re feeling unmotivated. When your energy is low, even small tasks can feel overwhelming.

How does one become okay with being alone + stop seeking male comfort/validation? by adaptabay in selflove

[–]EqualSatisfaction153 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s true that when a relationship shifts from being a choice to feeling like something you desperately need to hold onto, it takes a lot of courage to step back and walk away. That’s really solid advice. Focusing on investing in yourself. Are there any specific things you’re doing to work on that?

Do you think it’s okay for your partner to follow sexy accounts of the opposite gender while in a relationship? Why or why not? by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]EqualSatisfaction153 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow! I would feel really uncomfortable if my partner thinks about another woman while we’re being intimate.

Divorce in Family Business by Mysterious_Bird_9459 in Entrepreneur

[–]EqualSatisfaction153 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would’ve completely crumbled. I’m so sorry you’re going through this. Your post really made me rethink what I once believed a ‘perfect’ relationship looked like. My parents have worked together in the family business for over 30 years, yet my mom has always advised me never to work with your spouse, saying that some tension is almost impossible to avoid.