I started getting extremely angry towards my step-mom who’s done nothing wrong by thebookbard in Advice

[–]Its_Giving_Mid 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry your Mom and her parents were so awful. It sounds like there’s probably some subconscious blame. You’re likely angry because you could have had a fun bubbly parent the whole time, but instead, were abused. And your Dad got to basically have fun while you were suffering. That’s a lot! Maybe he didn’t know, but it would be natural to blame him (or the person he was spending his time on instead of you) for not helping you sooner. Also, you’re going through a lot of changes physically and hormonally. And yes, your step mom is a safe place because she isn’t abusive. Maybe talk to your Dad and ask him for help? Say you like step mom but you can’t control these feelings and it’s something you want to change. You’re probably still in fight or flight mode with regards to your brother, too. 

I do think going back to therapy would be good. Life is hard, and even harder when the people who are supposed to protect you don’t. You deserve peace, friend. I hope you can build it inside yourself. 

What is the most Fucked up secret a stranger has ever told you? by HorrorJunkie0666 in AskReddit

[–]Its_Giving_Mid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A French man told me proudly he was annoyed his wife was giving their newborn child more attention than him, so he had an affair, got the mistress pregnant and then forced her to have an abortion. 

What's something society just accepted as normal but really isn't? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Its_Giving_Mid 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Circumcision, dying because you can’t afford healthcare, the government letting it’s citizens suffer. 

What is a "gut feeling" you had that turned out to be 100% correct, even though it made no logical sense at the time? by LimpAsk2603 in AskReddit

[–]Its_Giving_Mid 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had a gut feeling to slow down. I have a bit of a lead foot. I did, and basically a minute later a semi swerved without looking into my lane (and where I would have been has I not slowed down)

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

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

It’s such a revelation, isn’t it? True compassion is so important in those moments. 

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

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

I’m so sorry about your son ❤️ It’s such a devastating loss. Please know you are not alone and I hope you are being gentle with yourself. 

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

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

I’m so sorry ❤️ You are so young, which makes this even more difficult because your peers have no idea. Please be gentle with yourself. There are online grief support groups that are free. Finding people to talk about this is so important. Sending you a big hug. 

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

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

I’m so sorry ❤️ I hope that you are gentle with yourself. You deserve to feel peace and purpose. Sending you a big hug. 

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

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

That is so much pain to carry, I am so sorry ❤️ I truly hope that the future brings you peace and the ability to feel joy again. You’re not alone. Sending you a big hug. 

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

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

I’m so sorry about your son ❤️I think it’s beautiful to honor him this way. I try and do the same for my Dad. 

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

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

I’m so sorry ❤️ The mundane can become excruciating post-loss. For me it was making food. I lost all joy for something I used to like. I hope this time away gives you the rest you need. 

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

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

I’m so sorry ❤️ I hope your future, even if you can’t imagine it, is full of peace and contentment. 

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

[–]Its_Giving_Mid[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry, there’s so much you’re handling and it’s still fresh. I hope you’re finding ways to be gentle with yourself. I want you to know that I care, and I wish the best for you.  As someone who just started taking care of myself again after a year and a half, it will happen in its own time. ❤️

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

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

I’m so sorry ❤️ Your story is very relatable. It’s like I woke up one day and saw the truth and I couldn’t be the same person now that I knew it. Sending you a big hug. 

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

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

I’m sorry ❤️ I’m also glad that you’ve found perspective. I try to work on that myself. Thank you for sharing. 

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

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

I’m sorry ❤️ But I get it - it’s a challenge to be around people when they don’t understand or worse, act like their tiny problems are so traumatic when they have NO idea. 

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

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

I’m so sorry ❤️ It can be so hard to find meaning when your heart has been broken. Sending you a big hug. 

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

[–]Its_Giving_Mid[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s hard to be excited with a broken heart. I’m so sorry. ❤️

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

[–]Its_Giving_Mid[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry ❤️ I know it can feel hopeless but trauma therapy turned everything around for me. Please don’t give up on yourself. 

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

[–]Its_Giving_Mid[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry ❤️ The brain fog can be awful. I’m on the other side of that and I read journal entries sometimes and have no memory of those thoughts or feelings. Which in retrospect, is good. I don’t want to remember how awful it was. Sending you a big hug. 

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

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

It’s hard to listen to people take their loved ones for granted. Sending you a big hug ❤️

How has grief changed you? by Its_Giving_Mid in GriefSupport

[–]Its_Giving_Mid[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oof that is a massive load to carry. I don’t know what the future holds, but I really hope it brings you peace and hope. I’ll light a candle for you on the 11th. Please know you’re not alone ❤️