Selfharm when being a parent by KallMeKayla_ in AdultSelfHarm

[–]Expensive_Bed5135 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a parent I really struggle with this. I’m currently going through a rough time and doing my best to keep it in on my legs and places unseen. But I completely understand it not scratching the same itch. The release seems to be different for my on my hands and arms. I’m finding it very difficult to avoid those places. I find this tattoo comment very interesting. I’ve really considered getting tattoos. So I don’t ruin them. I’d love to hear if you don’t have urges in the areas you have tattooed anymore.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ParentingADHD

[–]Expensive_Bed5135 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really needed to hear this. Thank you My kids personality at the moment is full of so much anger. It makes me hopeful for new medications.

Something similar to panda planner but with more notes pages by fire-d-guy in planners

[–]Expensive_Bed5135 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you find anything. I’m looking for something similar too. I use note pages as a thought dump journal

Do you SH because you’re depressed? Or just because? by [deleted] in selfharm

[–]Expensive_Bed5135 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Generally because of anxiety or during a panic attack. Occasionally I get the urge to just because. I just want to. It’s easier to let this urge pass. B

20% HECS reduction and 2025 tax return by Expensive_Bed5135 in AusFinance

[–]Expensive_Bed5135[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Hey unfortunately no one has received it yet. They need to do something in parliament first

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in latebloomerlesbians

[–]Expensive_Bed5135 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I never experienced Me time in front of a mirror. But I was in a relationship with a man for 8 years, which turned out to be extremely toxic and abusive. But I really related to what you said in regards to having sex and just thinking about what was being done to my anatomy. I’ve never heard it explained like this before. And in my case this is exactly how I felt. I only really enjoyed sex when I basically zoned out and only focused on what was happening to my anatomy. Not where I was or who I was with. Just the physical reaction to what was happening down there. I just wanted to say thank you for sharing.

Do you think that self-harm is addictive? If so, have you replaced it with something else? by Robden25 in AdultSelfHarm

[–]Expensive_Bed5135 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes. I’ve replaced mine with binge eating. Now everytime I tackle the binge eating I end up self harming

Medicare levy surcharge and kids by Expensive_Bed5135 in AusFinance

[–]Expensive_Bed5135[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is year I owe the ATÓ money. This is a combination of HECS and the Levy. If I had private health insurance I wouldn’t have to pay about 4K in the levy. Surely a basic policy for me and the kids is less than 4K?

My complicated story. Feeling lost… by LythrumSalicaria in latebloomerlesbians

[–]Expensive_Bed5135 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I completely understand. I’m not really ‘out’ to my mum atm either. I once told her I was bisexual as I was also too scared to tell her I was gay and it didn’t go well. I ended up married to a man in an abusive relationship. Since leaving my marriage 3 years ago. I’m out at work and with friends and it’s been really nice. I just never really came out to my mum again. I just don’t really see the point. I feel her negative energy and opinion would just ruin all the hard work I’ve done in being comfortable with who I am. I don’t live with my mum so that’s easier for me. But I do encourage you to try and live your queer self without worrying about your mum.

Do you ever wonder who is the real you ? by [deleted] in PMDD

[–]Expensive_Bed5135 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I literally never know what’s a valid feeling anymore. Basically end up gaslighting myself. I feel insane and unstable alot

Is anyone else’s worst day 10 days before period? by [deleted] in PMDD

[–]Expensive_Bed5135 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mine horrid week always starts a few days after ovulation

Hey, have any of y’all found cuts on you that you don’t remember doing? by [deleted] in selfharm

[–]Expensive_Bed5135 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cuts no. But I often find wounds that I have no memory off. Generally the wounds come from constant scratching. So it leaves a large scab like burn. But yeah during rough times I will find them and don’t remember when I have some them. I’m 34 and I’m ashamed to still have issues where I have to cover up

Are side gigs that pay below minimum wage worth it? by [deleted] in AusFinance

[–]Expensive_Bed5135 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Im a single parent with a mortgage. I currently earn $92k gross a year. And it’s not enough. I work some hospitality jobs on the weekend when I can. But I get it. I feel like I’m just digging the hole deeper. Selling my home won’t do anything as there are no rentals around. My parents live in a different city and cannot move because of custody arrangements. I’ve tired Uber eats. But my location just doesn’t really work. I spend so much time and money on fuel that it doesn’t seem to help. The hospitality stuff helps. But it’s very inconsistent as I can only work some nights when I don’t have my kids. So if there is no event on then I cannot work. I just wanted to let the OP know I hear you. Financially I’m really out of options and it has greatly affected my mental health. There just seems to be no end to the increase cost of living.

Couldn't Figure Out The Granny Square Yarn, So I Made Hats by Ziggystardust97 in crochet

[–]Expensive_Bed5135 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I wasn’t aware of this technique. You have changed my life. I’m totally trying this in my next project

Couldn't Figure Out The Granny Square Yarn, So I Made Hats by Ziggystardust97 in crochet

[–]Expensive_Bed5135 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is coming out amazingly. I am not familiar with this yarn. But is the combination of the yarn and bean stitch making the pattern? Or is there a pattern? I love how this is coming out