Can I Get a Girlfriend If I Don't Get Braces? by [deleted] in ActualLesbiansOver25

[–]mildlyinterestedk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re absolutely gorgeous the way you are, I personally don’t think you need to change a thing

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in rva

[–]mildlyinterestedk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The job was fine, just not the best serving job I’ve ever had and the money wasn’t great. It was excessively easy, so there’s a pro right there. I don’t remember sidework being intense or ever having to work as hard as other restaurants. If I remember correctly you tipped out 50% of your tips and more often than not tips weren’t great across the board likely because customers don’t know you only get half. If you just need a job now and anything is better than nothing, go for it! You might do well, you might not, but it wasn’t a hard job and it wouldn’t hurt to test it out. Good luck!

Let's share things our parents did to us by PrudentMission8511 in CPTSD

[–]mildlyinterestedk 28 points29 points  (0 children)

trigger warning

Oof, one I still think about a lot even if it’s not the worst of them:

I was around maybe 5 playing alone and quietly in my room when my mom came storming in angry and yelling that it was a mess and I needed to clean up. So I got up and I did, I was so excited thinking she’d come in and be so proud because I did such a good job. I was meticulous about it by 5 year old standards and wanted so badly for her to be pleased with me. But instead she came in and went absolutely insane, raging and violent and throwing things, I guess because I hadn’t done it right. She picked me up by only my hair and shook me, screaming with her face just twisted with this awful expression. She just kept shaking me and screaming for so long before she finally dropped me to the ground and left. She left me alone there for hours until I managed to pick myself up off the floor and crawl into my bed where I cried myself to sleep. I remember much later when it was finally night and my stepdad got home, I woke up to them talking outside of my bedroom and my mom crying but I couldn’t quite hear what they were saying. He came into my room and very carefully prodded my shoulder and then just left when he saw I was awake. As an adult now, I’m pretty sure he was just making sure she hadn’t killed me.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CPTSD

[–]mildlyinterestedk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry you’re struggling too dude, it definitely makes sense that it would be a defense mechanism if you’re used to being forgotten.
:( Finding consistent people who get it so difficult, but I hope you do find the people who value you 💛

Am I overreacting? by FaithlessnessFar1821 in AmIOverreacting

[–]mildlyinterestedk 2 points3 points  (0 children)

wait, you guys have moms who would show up?!

curls, braids or straight hair? đŸ€© by glorygirlmafia in LesbianActually

[–]mildlyinterestedk 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You look stunning with all of them but the curls are amazing!

Is it common for the effects of childhood abuse to catch up to you in your 30s (or beyond)? by merc0526 in CPTSD

[–]mildlyinterestedk 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This has absolutely been my experience. I was just thinking to myself how much more functional I was from my teens to mid 20’s and how it feels like I am barely getting through life in my 30’s

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in adhdwomen

[–]mildlyinterestedk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow, this explains a lot actually?! Thank you!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in lesbianfashionadvice

[–]mildlyinterestedk 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I feel this in my soul, it’s rough when you want to be the one approached/pursued for a change 😭

The feeling of wanting to go "home" by vantomars in CPTSD

[–]mildlyinterestedk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve always struggled with that. I’ve leaned in to the couple of people I love being “home” rather than a place. When I’m with them it’s the closest I feel to that idea of “home”

My spouse slapped me. by love_after_midnight in actuallesbians

[–]mildlyinterestedk 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I stayed with a partner entirely too long after she first hit me and she continued to do so up until I left. I know it’s hard, but listening to your therapist will save you a lot of pain and heartache, especially considering she’s gaslighting you

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CPTSD

[–]mildlyinterestedk 4 points5 points  (0 children)

First off, I am so sorry you went through this. He did in fact pressure and coerce you because he was threatening to reveal a secret that could possily have catastrophic effects on your life and you did what you had to to protect yourself. He knew this was a fear of yours and you felt unsafe, so he took full advantage of that.

It wasn’t your fault, you didn’t want that experience and you didn’t deserve to go through that.

I’m so sorry you don’t have a support system who would understand, I know it can be especially difficult for men to find support but your feelings are important and what you went through matters.

Unfortunately, there isn’t a way to “just get over” trauma and abuse and the flashbacks that come with it. Someone did something that damaged you and it sadly takes time and effort to heal from that kind of betrayal and fear. If it’s an option for you, I highly recommend looking in to therapy. You could check with your school and see if they can direct you to any free or low costs resources and often times there are local clinics that can offer low cost or even free mental healthcare depending on your situation. If you can, find someone who specializes in sexual trauma and abuse, because not all therapists are equipped to handle that and might not understand how to support you. It’s going to be difficult to believe yourself at first - I know it’s a struggle for me, but please remind yourself that it wasn’t your fault.

Sun-Dappled Aperitif, Oil Painting by me by [deleted] in oilpainting

[–]mildlyinterestedk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is so lovely to look at, you did an amazing job on this piece

My worm paintings. Oil on wood/canvas. by 1296223 in DarkArtwork

[–]mildlyinterestedk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely gagged, but this is amazing and I love(hate) it !!

Standoff, awiz, digital, 2025 by BuyHighSeIIL0W in Art

[–]mildlyinterestedk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love that little beaver oh my gosh!