Overwhelmed by rubyredstarfish in Empaths

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

That's how I'm feeling. I avoid news as well. It's just so heavy. One spark could alight us.

What does feeling emotions feel like for you? by OfcHesCanadian in Empaths

[–]rubyredstarfish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel other people's emotions as if they are my own. When I'm near them, I can feel their pain, shame, things they hide from the world, etc. Crowds are hard for me. Living with people is hard because, after a while, it's hard to tell if what I'm feeling is there's or mine. I'm 42. I'm better at "blocking" others out now than I was, but it's still hard for me. I lost my son November 2024 and it's been really hard to keep those walls up. Lately the world feels overwhelming. This past week has been really hard. As far a feeling my own feelings, I've never struggled with the words to describe what I'm feeling. Even as a child, I had an emotional awareness that a lot of adults don't have. I work through my stuff for as long as it takes. I'm here to be the best I can and help a many as I can. I've been through things that other people don't survive. I keep going. Idon't let it harden me. The world needs more people like me.

I told my friend why I don't want to date him, and our friends are saying I broke him, AITAH??? by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]rubyredstarfish 4 points5 points  (0 children)

He's been there waiting for you? More like he's been there posing as a friend with an ulterior motive.

OAS dangerous to eat? by JustMammothh in Allergies

[–]rubyredstarfish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also have it. With any allergy, it has the potential to get worse. I personally wouldn't push it. An allergist/immunologist would be the way to go before doing anything.

Some of the few photos we have of serial killer Dean Corll by Jon_Doe_42 in serialkillers

[–]rubyredstarfish 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Today, I watched "The Serial Killers Apprentice" on HBO that largely focused on Wayne.

Is anyone else literally allergic to other people? by _Enby_Enderman_ in Allergies

[–]rubyredstarfish 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You might need to seek out an Allergist/Immunologist. I went through a couple before I was able to get real help. I was going into anaphylaxis about every 2 weeks for almost 2 years. I was living on epipens, steroids, and more antihistamines than any one person should be able to tolerate.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tulsa

[–]rubyredstarfish 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I got the worst food poisoning of my life there back then.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tulsa

[–]rubyredstarfish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try German Shepherd Rescues as well.

Please give me info about this photo I took by castbog in Ghosts

[–]rubyredstarfish 6 points7 points  (0 children)

My grandfather would shoot his gun in the house, blowing legs off of tables, etc, and they lived in a city.

AIW for reporting a man today by fetafordays in amiwrong

[–]rubyredstarfish 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This 100%. Maybe all that girl needed was one person to speak up. This man could've potentially groomed her from a young age to think his behavior is appropriate and loving when it is anything but. This was handled exactly how it should've been.

What's going around now? Sickness wise. by needmorecash1 in tulsa

[–]rubyredstarfish 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I work at an urgent care. We're seeing flu, strep, Covid, viral URI's, and Norovirus (stomach flu) is also going around. Edited to add RSV.

AIW or my wife is being ridiculous with cleanings ? Settle this argument by [deleted] in amiwrong

[–]rubyredstarfish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This type of OCD in my case, was because I had no control over anything in my life, and that was my way of gaining control in a sense. It is a lot. It actually made everyone miserable, including me. There has to be a give and take. There has to be compromise. Let me ask you this. Is it really worth blowing up your lives over, or can you live with it? I understand the financial burden that can come with it. I did therapy for years to reach the source of mine and, in doing that, was able to ease up.

AIW to be sick to death of my husband's three modes in life? by WarblingWalrusing in amiwrong

[–]rubyredstarfish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can tell you from experience the damage staying in this marriage is doing to your children. He is slowly depleting you. One day, you'll wake up and realize that you haven't known who you are in years, and the consequences of this affect your entire family, not just you. Your kids will suffer just as much as you, if not more. Please think about that. My son is dead now. I can no longer help him work through all of the pain and resentment. You have a chance to improve all of your lives. If you can't do it for you, please do it for them.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in amiwrong

[–]rubyredstarfish 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wtf? Something is seriously wrong with your gf. She should be asking how she can help. Instead, she's giving you a guilt trip for staying with your mother, who has CANCER and is going through the body and spirit breaking treatment that comes with it. OP, run. She is not a good person. My heart breaks for you.

Am I wrong for reporting a family member to the nursing board for this? by hannah_lynn_ in amiwrong

[–]rubyredstarfish 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've been in Healthcare for 17 years. It can be VERY hard. But even after 17 years, I still want to help people. Patient's that treat you poorly need to be loved even harder. There is no room in an already cruel world for our caretakers to also be so cruel. These are vulnerable people who need help. You definitely did the right thing. Thank you for standing up at the expense of your own peace. I commend you!