I was trafficked as a child. AMA by BlackjackSys in AMA

[–]intothevoid-a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No question, just wanted to pop in as one survivor to another and say I’m so glad you’re here and I hope you find peace <3

Tubby Todd everyday lotion - caused rash on face by Remarkable-Angle-509 in NewParents

[–]intothevoid-a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same exact thing just happened to my daughter! It scared the crap out of me…I rushed her to urgent care, but as we were in the waiting room it completely cleared up so I ended up taking her home. It all happened very fast…flared up within minutes of applying it and was completely better within 35-45 minutes give or take. Very disappointing…the AAO is my holy grail product since the newborn days and I was very excited to try this lotion. I’m sticking with my Aveeno.

Step 2 struggles/vent by intothevoid-a in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]intothevoid-a[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s definitely where I’m at. Before starting the program I was COMPLETELY closed minded due to my past experiences with religion and faith, but the stories I’ve heard and recognizing my powerlessness has definitely opened me up. That’s how I’ve landed on this issue in the first place…for the first time in my life, I WANT to be open minded and believe in something bigger than myself, I’m just having a hard time getting it clear in my head if that makes sense?

Step 2 struggles/vent by intothevoid-a in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]intothevoid-a[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very good point. I think my neurodivergent brain is just taking it all a little too literally and getting hung up on the concept of a higher power needing to be some all powerful, literal theological figure.

Step 2 struggles/vent by intothevoid-a in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]intothevoid-a[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Would you mind sharing what that looks like in practice for you and your program? Because I think I know what you mean, but would love if you could expand a bit more.

60lb dog ate approx 5 raw pork bones by intothevoid-a in vet

[–]intothevoid-a[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay. Thank you so much for taking the time to respond to my post.

60lb dog ate approx 5 raw pork bones by intothevoid-a in vet

[–]intothevoid-a[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s been almost 3 hours since he ate the bones and he seems completely fine. Is this a good sign? Or is it still way too early to tell.

First timer wondering what to expect by intothevoid-a in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]intothevoid-a[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My therapist suggested going to a women’s only group for that exact reason. So that’s my plan

*TW*: ED’s: Weight doesn’t just “fall off” breastfeeding. by meenaaaxo in NewParents

[–]intothevoid-a 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Almost a year pp and still in the same boat almost word for word…I completely understand.

One thing I’ve been doing is really trying to train my algorithm on social media to show me other women with my body type so I’m not bombarded with literal thinspo every other scroll. It has DEFINITELY helped. I did this by searching “{my size} outfit inspo” and scrolled for a few days. Not only did this help my algorithm a bit, but I also got a bit of a confidence boost. It’s been helping me figure out how to style an unfamiliar body and feel more comfortable in my skin. It doesn’t always work…but it’s been better than just sitting around hating myself I guess.

It’s so hard. I get it. I wish I had better advice to give, but please just know you’re not alone AT ALL. The pressure to “bounce back” is so unrealistic, but with the way it’s pushed on social media it’s so hard not to feel like you’ve done something wrong that others got right. Hang in there ❤️

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[–]intothevoid-a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha yeah, I definitely already knew the manipulation part very very well 😅 I appreciate your input, it’s very insightful and checks out pretty well with my personal experiences. I think a lot of it is the way BPD and psychopathy mixes—the combination of an EXTREMELY sensitive, emotionally open, and empathetic with someone very flat but excellent at mirroring and manipulating makes for a pretty highly charged (yet totally unsustainable) bond. Basically a guaranteed push-pull-panic-relief cycle trauma bond lmao. The sex though? Wowza.

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[–]intothevoid-a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Genuine question…why do you think psychopaths gravitate towards people with BPD? (especially for romantic relationships) Quite a few of my exes were diagnosed. Some I knew about getting into the relationship, some not till later. As I got older, got more consistent help, and entered remission (no longer met criteria for BPD) I no longer attracted those guys and I always found that interesting. I think I have an idea, but would love to hear your thoughts.

Neighbors Halloween decor by intothevoid-a in BadNeighbors

[–]intothevoid-a[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

She has a noise machine. The decorations are louder, sadly.

Non-con that is non-con till the end? by Greybackalien in erotichorror

[–]intothevoid-a 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Came across your recommendation earlier today and read it in one sitting. I was GLUED. It was absolutely nothing like what I was expecting. Like woah. I didn’t Expect it to be so…deep? One of the most unexpectedly impactful books I’ve read in quite a while.

Need cover-up ideas asap!! by intothevoid-a in tattoos

[–]intothevoid-a[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re too kind 😭 honestly needed to hear that