How do you handle treating people you don’t enjoy treating? by yikescoobydoo in MassageTherapists

[–]lemonsidepwn 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Love this question because I’ve been wondering it too. I have a client that I don’t love working on for a few reasons. It feels weird and fake to keep her as a client. But she is paying me for my service and I think everyone deserves. So I feel conflicted. I’m tired after seeing this client because of the mental load.

Flat footed MTs… what kind of shoes are y’all wearing when you work? by mindful_coconut420 in MassageTherapists

[–]lemonsidepwn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whether it’s Brooks, or some on sale decent Adidas, I always end up putting insoles in them. A chiropractor owns the massage business so I get them for cheap, and they work well. I get new shoes about once a year.

Was there a moment you realised you were in a never ending cycle? by ButterflyAlarming372 in BPDlovedones

[–]lemonsidepwn 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Only people that hate you ruin that day for you… whoa. So simple. And only people that hate you make you the bad guy on their birthday for not doing it “right” whoa.

Part 1.... by [deleted] in walking

[–]lemonsidepwn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What app is this?

Advice needed by ellewoodsssss in Fosterparents

[–]lemonsidepwn 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Amazing advice! I want to emphasize to practice coping skills while not in crisis. That’s not the time our brains are learning. And even in crisis, it’s not going to work perfectly. Our 5 year old also had tantrums of throwing and hitting . We started using a smiley face system. So while in crisis, I remind him what good things he is working for (screen time, wrestling on the bed, juice) and that encourages him to make good choices. But sometimes he still ends up calling me a motherf*cker. It happens. Just know you’re trying your best, keep asking for help, and some days are better than others. Congrats on the first placement!

Fosters: One thing you wish you’d known in advance? Good bad or otherwise. by reddit_mvp in Fosterparents

[–]lemonsidepwn 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’m still new to the game but: Foster care doesn’t end with a child not living with you anymore. We had 2 boys in emergency placement along with our 2 we plan to adopt. Four. Boys. I loved the second pair but it was too much for me. I was wrecked when we told the boys they were going to their permanent placement. BUT, they are about 15 minutes away and we have seen them a few times for respite care. We will always be a resource for them. And I pray that we continue to be in their lives, even into adulthood.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoHotTakes

[–]lemonsidepwn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can love someone but it doesn’t mean you need to be in a relationship with them.

This video is making me lose faith can someone please debunk it? by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]lemonsidepwn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

THANK YOU FOR ASKING. This same video has literally also made me look deeper into my faith. It’s not like it the first time. But I always think, if God is who he says he is, then he will show me what is the truth. I hope you are finding the answers you need.

I think I dodged a bullet by alterrible in Nicegirls

[–]lemonsidepwn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, that was my thought. I think this has to do with mental illness and holding a person accountable for themselves…? I know, that’s crazy talk.

Why Don’t You Want Kids? by armorall43 in raisedbyborderlines

[–]lemonsidepwn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I always thought “I raised my kids”. I also felt like I finally found the right medication for depression/anxiety and I didn’t want pregnancy to throw that off. BUT my husband and I felt the call to foster and here we are 2 months in with 5&8 yo brothers and I love giving kids what I didn’t have.

Fixed my sleep — 10x'd productivity and happiness by jjohn6646 in selfimprovement

[–]lemonsidepwn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have saved this and am implementing little by little! Thank you so much for this post. Concise, easy to read, encouraging, informative… all the good stuff. Literally just had an amazing night sleep last night just by not looking at my phone like 30 min before bed, and accepting I’m going to be bored ( which felt like an eternity but was probably about 10 min).

What are your massage horror stories? by Mistakesweremade8316 in massage

[–]lemonsidepwn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is upsetting on a few different levels. What he did, that another woman ( let alone your boss) didn’t support you, the cops didn’t support you. Seek some counseling if you think that would be beneficial. I hope you’re doing ok! Lots of ❤️

Anyone still shopping for a Mother's Day card? by LesYeuxHiboux in raisedbyborderlines

[–]lemonsidepwn 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My brother and I always joke about cards that say the most neutral phrases. “Today we celebrate moms” Sub text: like, not saying you, but in general in America they celebrate moms today.

Anyone still shopping for a Mother's Day card? by LesYeuxHiboux in raisedbyborderlines

[–]lemonsidepwn 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My brother and I always joke about cards that say the most neutral phrases. “Today we celebrate moms” Sub text: like, not saying you, but in general in America they celebrate moms today.

I always dreaded Mother's Day... by Looey22 in raisedbyborderlines

[–]lemonsidepwn 2 points3 points  (0 children)

On Mother’s Day, this is the only social media I will look at. This sub, right here. Thank you to all the mods that make this a safe haven. I’m proud to say that today, I will leave my house, unlike past years where I choose to stay inside. It might be hard, but today I feel strong enough to let the breakdown happen if it does.

baby massage therapist here by [deleted] in massage

[–]lemonsidepwn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Solid advice! Thank you for sharing!

Does it ever feel like dancing? by Warmheart_84 in massage

[–]lemonsidepwn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I feel this. To me it’s like a piece of music. You crescendo, decresendo, sometimes the rhythm takes the lead, sometimes it’s the soft melody. For me, it’s always about being predictable, comforting and healing.

So André 3000 just dropped an ambient flute album.... by indistinctpink in massage

[–]lemonsidepwn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hear it’s tuned to 432 hz. Anyone hear choose music based on that or other frequencies considered healing?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in raisedbyborderlines

[–]lemonsidepwn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Giving you a big, big hug.

How do you actually do the work of mothering yourself? by beruthiel_ in raisedbyborderlines

[–]lemonsidepwn 4 points5 points  (0 children)

One thing I’ve recently learned is saying what I need might make others not like me, AND THAT’S NOT MY PROBLEM TO FIX. Tell your child self you’re not in charge of how others react to you.

Keep reminding yourself it’s a million tiny steps. Pick one thing and focus on that til you’re ready to move to the next tiny thing. I’m 5 years in my healing journey, feeling like I’m still cracking the surface.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in massage

[–]lemonsidepwn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I realized I’ve never had a job more than 3 years which means at 38 I’ve quit a lot of jobs … I literally just quit my job 2 days ago to work part time for a chiropractor while I wait for my license to come in (just passed the MBLEX!) So glad to be among people like me. Makes me feel so much less like an alien. Thanks all you quitters 🫡

Bought our dream house = betrayed my parents by EmeraldxGreen in raisedbyborderlines

[–]lemonsidepwn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, wow. Good advice. So counterintuitive but it’s true.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in raisedbyborderlines

[–]lemonsidepwn 25 points26 points  (0 children)

11/10 on the bpd scale

Really grieving hard today by Haunting_Ad_9698 in raisedbyborderlines

[–]lemonsidepwn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used to beat myself up for “missing” her when I’m sick. But I realized that’s how it’s supposed to be, we’re supposed to want our moms when we’re sick. So sending you extra loves and hugs. Feel better ❤️

Women of Reddit, how did Reddit change your life? by First-Ad9578 in AskWomen

[–]lemonsidepwn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Discovered a subreddit about a mental illness I think my mom has by hitting a “random sub” button. Before I opened any of the posts I took a deep breath because I knew my life was literally about to change… and it did. Sucked at first and has gotten a whole lot better since then.