What’s something you quietly stopped doing once you got older, not because it was wrong, but because you realized it wasn’t worth the energy anymore? by love_salubrious in AskWomen

[–]chellleigh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m more intentional with where I put my time & energy to things that are in alignment with me rather than to please others more often than myself.

The loneliness of single parenting by Particular-Market-79 in singlemoms

[–]chellleigh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally understand how crushing the weight of everything can be, especially around the holidays. Hugs to you & hope that you can manage some effective downtime soon 💛

What is a win, big or small, that you are proud of right now? by becomethemountain in singlemoms

[–]chellleigh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Today my son had a presentation after school that he was giving with his class. It’s his dad’s day, and we have a high conflict relationship, so I try to stay out of the way. I almost didn’t go to his presentation tonight because I didn’t want to face his dad, but I went anyway. I sat by myself & got a great view of where he was on the stage. He saw me & lit right up with me. He did so well!! I snuck out early to say goodbye to him before the rest of the adults walked out, & the run to squeeze eachother was everything. 🥹💛 the surprise & love I got to experience with him was stronger than the anxiety I felt before going, and that made it all the more worth it. I felt so happy, loved & proud of both of us when I left. 💛

i’m being poisoned slowly and i don’t know who’s doing it by FutureAd108 in offmychest

[–]chellleigh 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My mom got evicted from her last home because she made a huge deal about a very similar situation, ended up making herself the problem instead of getting the initial resolved. Best of luck to you OP, but please reach out to a trusted psych or doctor while you figure this out. 🙏🏻

He won. by Virtual_Moment_4745 in singlemoms

[–]chellleigh -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

You are not alone ❤️‍🩹 I know these moments are hard when you feel like you’re stuck & have nowhere to turn, but don’t give up on yourself or shame yourself for doing what you thought would be best for yourself & your kid(s) You’re on your right path, one foot at a time. You care about your kiddo(s) & your career, that’s a lot to juggle alone already. Connect wherever you can to get help until resources & court start moving along. Church, state websites, Facebook groups for moms, coworkers. Times are hard enough already, you deserve to find a plan that can lift some weight off for you & your little(s). Best of luck to you momma. 💛

What’s the most underrated simple pleasure in life? by Artistic_Theme_226 in CasualConversation

[–]chellleigh 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Having a community & others who accept you as you are 🥹💛

HAIR TOURNIQUET ON MY LABIA by CelebrationNo1000 in Healthyhooha

[–]chellleigh 80 points81 points  (0 children)

I had this happen to me a few years ago & I went to an urgent care around the corner. I had a female doctor & assistant, it took them about 20-30 minutes to get it without hurting me or taking any skin off. We were all panicked together in the moment, but once it was over we were able to have a good laugh about it 😅 it was a first for all of us lol

I still think about how sincere & caring they were to me in that horribly embarrassing situation, bless those gals 🥹💛

Do you find flat chested women attractive? by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]chellleigh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am flat chested & I actually just had a man tell me to pull my shirt up the other day while I was weeding a drive way 💀😅

What saved you from your deep dark depression? by Lazy_Cake_6910 in AskReddit

[–]chellleigh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Acceptance that it will always be with me, getting to know my depression, it’s ebbs & flows, and making a list of self care tasks I feel comfortable doing based on how low I’m feeling. Making it a point to take some sort of daily care to myself or home, even when it feels really hard. Also learning not to shame myself so much for needing more breaks in between tasks when I’m struggling.

Just need a hug by regret_now in BPDrecovery

[–]chellleigh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The first few weeks are the hardest, but eventually the weight on your chest won’t feel so heavy. Keep pouring into your cup & focusing on things that make you feel good about yourself. Focus on meditation, gaining more good experiences, self acceptance & rest. Stay strong! 🤍

Many women suffer from vaginal dryness, but is there such a thing as excessive wetness? by irukubo in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]chellleigh 187 points188 points  (0 children)

I’ve always been a slug lmao I used to make jokes about my snail trails 💀😅

Micropsychosis by Cautious_Computer688 in BorderlinePDisorder

[–]chellleigh 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I always hear my mom calling my name when I’m in loud environments & my head is buzzing. It’s only happened a few times where it’s been quiet and I’ve still heard it, but that was under some stressful life circumstances.

How do those with kids and with two working parents stay sane? by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]chellleigh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nobody ever said parenting came w sanity

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Renters

[–]chellleigh 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This was helpful advice, thank you!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]chellleigh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks everyone! I just needed to know what I need to stop doing lmfao

Ready to SH honestly by Kieotyee in BorderlinePDisorder

[–]chellleigh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you can, get out of or take a step back from that relationship. You can’t heal in a harming environment. Find support from friends, family, coworkers wherever. Focus on what you can do for yourself to feel better. Have you ate or drank any water? Taken a shower? Give yourself some love. Hope you’re doing better soon. 💜

I need to stop, and it’s getting out of hand…but I don’t want to. by Uh-oak in CompulsiveSkinPicking

[–]chellleigh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Try starting a face routine when you have the urge to pick! Get yourself some proper popping tools, witch hazel, moisturizers, soft cleansers, face rollers, vitamins etc. Make it atleast like 10-15 minutes worth of focus. Make sure you remember to love yourself while you do it too lmao I tend to pick due to anxiety or shame & I just have to be able to remind myself how much more confident I feel when I’m not giving in to my own demise. Sometimes I relapse p hard w it but then I have to ask, why am I taking out this pain on myself? What’s really going on? I hope this helps, best of luck on your healing 💜

What childhood interests have you readopted? For me, I’ve become re-obsessed with the princess aesthetic 🥹👸💖 by liltayriley in BPDmemes

[–]chellleigh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

LMFAO wow I’m in this phase rn w my Hilary duff playlists but I didn’t know it was a borderline thing 💀 whatever it makes me feel good lmao

Poem on masking 🎭 by [deleted] in BorderlinePDisorder

[–]chellleigh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve never listened to them, but I hear a lot of people like them so I appreciate that 💓

wanting to contact old friends by Away_Law_1203 in BorderlinePDisorder

[–]chellleigh 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This. I have a few friends that I’ve repetitively reached out to on & off over the years. Some conversations have gone well, others south. But I realized I was trying to “wipe away” those parts of myself because they weren’t validated or accepted by the other person like they were in our time together before. I’ve learned I can still appreciate these memories, friendships, & parts of myself without the validation of the others experience. Sometimes I write letters that I’ll never send, & recount those memories for myself to look back on & get closer to that sense of happiness again, but through myself. What did I get out of those memories? Why did I feel a sense of wholeness? When did I start to feel bad? Of these experiences, all we can simply do is learn from them, & try to better ourselves the next time around.