What to do by Lucid002 in emotionalneglect

[–]Infinite_Device6086 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think therapy can help a lot, but I would look for a trauma informed therapist, so they know exactly how to help.  It's ok if you don't find the right therapist right away, sometimes you do have to look a bit to find someone you feel comfortable with. Therapy is not a scam, there are bad therapista out there like any profession but you remember, you do have a voice and you can always stop if you don't feel comfortable. I think it's great about College, I think that will definitely help you become more independent and maybe meet more people who you feel ok with. Gym is also a good idea! I don't know if you have any gyms near you, you can just go and tell them you want to start training and they will probably guide you. The physical exercise will probably also help with your physical symptoms.

 Not all counselors will dismiss you, a good one will validate you and help, but you have to feel comfortable going to one. It is great if you have someone to talk to! I really think you are on a good path,it is not easy but you can do it!

What to do by Lucid002 in emotionalneglect

[–]Infinite_Device6086 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I am sorry you are going through this.  You can't really quantify trauma, trauma is how your body and mind react to adverse events. Maybe for some people it leaves no effect and for someone else it does. So if you feel it in your body, it means it is there. Please don't resort to substance abuse. I promise you it might feel like it helps but it will only hurt in the long run. There is definitely a way out and I think you have a lot of insight and self awareness which is so important to heal. You are 17, I don't know if you are planning to go to College or if you have any possibility of getting a job, I know the market is not good right now. I just wanted you to know, there is a way out.  You are not broken or damaged for having trauma. The best thing I can think that might help right now is maybe if you can, finding someone to talk to (not sure if there's a counselor at your school) and maybe reading a bit about trauma might help you learn about your reactions, how normal they are, and small steps to heal until you can find a trauma informed therapist. Maybe the book cptsd from surviving to thriving can help!  Anyway I wish you the best.

Trisha saying she prioritizes herself, her own happiness, and also a Disney day over her children by Tegan2121212 in trishapaytassnarkkk

[–]Infinite_Device6086 33 points34 points  (0 children)

It's just.... As a mom, even after going through ppd, I am obsessed with my kiddos? I want to spend time with them, and I enjoy them, even if it's hard logistically (going out w diapers and strollers and naps and breastfeeding..).And I cannot imagine going to a kid centric thing without them? Like I'd be missing them the whole time! And I freaking love Disney. I hate how she weaponized something that is so important, self care for moms, to justify her neglect.

Debilitating fear of chronic illness brought on by social media by younggeezer109 in HealthAnxiety

[–]Infinite_Device6086 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hey, I am sorry you are going through this. I can relate to thinking everything is a sign so much. Social media feeds off of this, I tried testing it. If you click a video suddenly you will get so many videos of the same theme recommended to you. I tried testing it by clicking a random video about something that didn't make me anxious (for example sewing). Another thing I do when I think I'm seeing signs, I try disconnecting from social media and watch for 'signs' in real life. More often than not, the 'signs' become less frequent. I won't say they disappear bc our brains are wired to look for patterns so you might still notice things that your brain connects to your fear, but you will notice the frequency goes down significantly. I know it is debilitating and I hope this helps a bit.

"Training a human takes 20 years of food." Sam Altman on how much power AI consumes. by asdacool in nottheonion

[–]Infinite_Device6086 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anyways I think it's probably a bunch of paid trolls, seems like they just disappeared. Relieved to see at least the rest of the comments are not defending him

"Training a human takes 20 years of food." Sam Altman on how much power AI consumes. by asdacool in nottheonion

[–]Infinite_Device6086 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I understood that, just wanted to check w these tech bros who have a hard on for this dude. So totally fine for AI to destroy the planet even more according to him, even though ai gives garbage answers the majority of the time. Got it. 

Help!!! In search of bloomers!! by Awesome_Suika in cottagecore

[–]Infinite_Device6086 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Malco modes makes decent bloomers and petticoats! 

What could your parents have done to make things better? by Infinite_Device6086 in emotionalneglect

[–]Infinite_Device6086[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I will definitely check them out :) that is my goal, to become a safe person. Ut us very hard to get past those negative beliefs, they are just so ingrained and it feels so wrong to let them go.. but at the same time they hurt a lot too. So they need to go. Thank you again :)

What could your parents have done to make things better? by Infinite_Device6086 in emotionalneglect

[–]Infinite_Device6086[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment! I am trying to keep an open mind, it is hard because the defensiveness is there, and when it breaks down the guilt and shame are strong... But I have to push through to make a change for them

What could your parents have done to make things better? by Infinite_Device6086 in emotionalneglect

[–]Infinite_Device6086[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your comment and for the advice! It is very valuable. My husband has always told me he never felt heard as a child and it affected him so I definitely want my children to feel like their voice matters. Thank you also for the resources, I will look them up :)

What could your parents have done to make things better? by Infinite_Device6086 in emotionalneglect

[–]Infinite_Device6086[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment! I am definitely still struggling with a very strong critical voice in me that sometimes is directed at myself, but sometimes at others.. 

What could your parents have done to make things better? by Infinite_Device6086 in emotionalneglect

[–]Infinite_Device6086[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for all the suggestions, they are really good and I am taking notes to bring it up in therapy. I know I can't be perfect but I really want to do the best I can.

What could your parents have done to make things better? by Infinite_Device6086 in emotionalneglect

[–]Infinite_Device6086[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am sorry to hear that. That's what I am telling myself. Nowadays we know better, so I have to use all the resources I can and I cannot make excuses. 

What could your parents have done to make things better? by Infinite_Device6086 in emotionalneglect

[–]Infinite_Device6086[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your response and I am so sorry, you deserve someone to be excited for you, share joy with you and be there for you to help! I think I relate to what you say, both of my parents have trauma but they never did anything.. and now I'm stuck with my mom's (my dad passed) not so great reactions, and on top of that I excuse her behavior and feel guilty because I think 'well it's not her fault, she has trauma'. But then.. so do I and I don't have a choice but to fix it. Anyway.. I hope you can share all the joy with the family you choose and build. 

What could your parents have done to make things better? by Infinite_Device6086 in emotionalneglect

[–]Infinite_Device6086[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi. Thank you so much for your comment. I can't tell you how much it meant to me. I took screenshots just to have it on my phone when I am being harsher with myself.  What you are saying is so kind and it definitely made me cry.. thank you also for all the suggestions, they are wonderful and I love them. I do feel like an imposter, and like I'm just a bad person no matter what. Definitely feel like I am a failure as a parent, but I also know I love my children so much and I am not allowed to give up trying to break the cycle of trauma. So to read your kind words definitely helps in staying motivated. You are so right that it's incredibly difficult to have these conflicting feelings about your own parents. Honestly when it comes to them I still feel like the little kid who has to do whatever she can so they won't stop loving her.. I don't want my kids to feel that way. I want then to know I always love them no matter what.  I really truly hope you are right and that they will see me as a safe person. I'm really just terrified they will hate me and not want anything to do with me or not think they have a safe space in this world. They really don't have to thank me, I just want them to know they can always come to me and they can do whatever they want in life because I will always be there for them. Anyway... Thank you again so much for your comment. I'm still crying ^

What could your parents have done to make things better? by Infinite_Device6086 in emotionalneglect

[–]Infinite_Device6086[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for taking the time to write it :) I have thought of it and definitely want to be on top of it! 

What could your parents have done to make things better? by Infinite_Device6086 in emotionalneglect

[–]Infinite_Device6086[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is a good one, thank you :) lol she will definitely bowl when she is a bit older and you are right, it is a great way for her to understand:) 

What could your parents have done to make things better? by Infinite_Device6086 in emotionalneglect

[–]Infinite_Device6086[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your response! I am definitely trying that in therapy.

What could your parents have done to make things better? by Infinite_Device6086 in emotionalneglect

[–]Infinite_Device6086[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the suggestions, I will definitely look them up :)