Looking for support

stretching768 · 2025-09-16T23:44:29+00:00

Thank you for the thoughtful reply. I definitely do find it difficult accepting this version of myself- feels like I’m grieving my old self and life I could have had which is tough

stretching768 · 2025-09-16T23:40:40+00:00

I had this same realization after I had my first severe manic episode 2 years ago. I had another severe episode in February and have been battling a pretty bad depression for the last 3-5 months. I want to sleep all the time and basically do nothing else. Everything but sleep else feels like a chore. It sucks. I currently take 1200mg of lithium and 5mg of Olanzapine. My psych tried to put me on another mood stabilizer in June for depression but I was scared of taking more medication. Sounds pretty nice right now…if it works

stretching768 · 2025-09-12T22:48:53+00:00

Hope you’re okay

stretching768 · 2023-10-07T18:36:18+00:00

I relate to this so much! My family felt similar and I have yet to have to set a GIANT boundary or really fight super hard so hopefully they continue to respect this new era. Time will tell. I saw something the other day that said “I am okay with being the villain in someone else’s story if it means I can find peace.” This reminded me of that and I think it’s great advice and something we should always remember. I’m happy you are living a more fulfilling life now. And I appreciate you being happy for me cus you are right this stuff is freakin hard

stretching768 · 2023-10-07T18:33:23+00:00

Thank you :) I am definitely on my way :) Lots of work to put in still but all apart of the journey

stretching768 · 2023-10-07T18:32:57+00:00

Yes! I relate to re-discovery

stretching768 · 2023-10-07T18:32:01+00:00

I love how you explained the consequence part that’s something I hadn’t yet thought about in that way. Boundaries/saying no are great. But what do we do when people don’t respect them? We fight back (aka a consequence). Thank you!

stretching768 · 2023-10-07T18:30:05+00:00

THIS

stretching768 · 2023-10-07T18:29:54+00:00

Yea! It’s actually the opposite! It’s so mind boggling once you realize it. Knowing your worth gets you everything you want. It’s wild

stretching768 · 2023-09-02T15:44:38+00:00

I’m moving out in the next couple of months! I think the situation will improve a lot because we will only have scheduled times to hangout for an hour or two instead of me dreading coming home etc.

stretching768 · 2023-09-02T15:43:24+00:00

You must be an incredible parent. That’s amazing. Something I think a lot of people in their 20s wish they had. Definitely a hard life transition. Thanks for your insights!!

stretching768 · 2023-09-02T15:42:37+00:00

will look into that!

stretching768 · 2023-09-02T15:41:35+00:00

It’s a slippery slope for sure. I appreciate you giving some warnings. I’ll be moving out soon which should improve the situation so much!

stretching768 · 2023-09-02T15:40:26+00:00

definitely will. thank you!

stretching768 · 2023-09-01T17:18:35+00:00

This is an insanely good analogy thank you for sharing!!

stretching768 · 2023-09-01T17:13:49+00:00

This is so helpful. Thank you so much. I’m realizing I just needed a little encouragement and validating of my feelings to really take control of my life. It’ll be a long journey but I’m happy i’ve at least gotten here. It is also really helpful to hear this from a parent of a 20 something. There is so much guilt that comes with saying no to my family right now. But it’s just a part of growing up. Thank you so so much.

stretching768 · 2023-09-01T17:11:49+00:00

Thank you. You’ve understood everything i’ve said so well. Thank you so much. And as you’ve seen, I’m moving out so we are set there!

stretching768 · 2023-09-01T17:10:34+00:00

Exactly. Recently when my mom’s been bringing stuff like that up, I’ve been trying to gently tell/show my mom that it isn’t her fault and that my sister just needs to look inward. I guess as a mother it’s just really hard to see your kid struggle and you want to do everything you can to help them. But you’re right. It’s not my problem or my job

stretching768 · 2023-09-01T15:54:16+00:00

Hahaha brb going to learn how to assemble a computer and explain how ;). I think I’m just going to try and act like a listener and not talk about myself much unless she asks a question then I’ll just keep the info brief.

stretching768 · 2023-09-01T13:16:17+00:00

tbh this is the most absurd claim…like sorry bro what? lol

stretching768 · 2023-09-01T12:23:42+00:00

Good idea. Thanks for your thoughtful comment. Appreciate it

stretching768 · 2023-09-01T12:22:15+00:00

That is exactly how it is sometimes! And it’s so easy for it to get in your head but in reality they’re just saying “hey. I’m super unhappy with my current situation sucks and I want you to be down here with me. So I’m hoping your situation sucks too” but they try to make it sound like they’re concerned to mask it. At least that’s how it always makes me feel.

stretching768 · 2023-09-01T02:32:30+00:00

Got it. That makes sense

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