I am surrounded by love. I am not okay, and I am currently of no help anyone. I am surrounded by love. They hold my body together while i cannot stay in it They bind my spirit in love as it lifts out in greiving I just want the world to stop being in pain … Continue reading i am surrounded by love
When I Need Help
When I need help,Treat me as if I need help.Not like I'm a child,Or a failed adult. When I need helpAssume that it is sincere,Rather than a bother,Like I shouldn't be lacking a skill. When I need help,Help me how I need to be helped.Be mindful of additional expectationsThat you may be projecting on me. … Continue reading When I Need Help
Gaslighting: What It Is and What It Does To You
Suddenly, I'm beginning to not trust my memory at all.Paula, Gaslight (1944) What is Gaslighting?The award-winning 1940s film, Gaslight, is a story about a woman who is continually manipulated by her husband to where she begins to question her sanity. Gaslight portrayed this form of psychological manipulation so well that its title would become embedded … Continue reading Gaslighting: What It Is and What It Does To You
Coming Soon: Gaslighting: What It Is and What It Does To You
Coming Soon: Gaslighting: What It Is and What It Does To You In recent discussions relating to gaslighting, I've learned that there is a lack of awareness of the term and its meaning. So, I figured I'd help with that. I want to hear what you would like to see or know! Before I release … Continue reading Coming Soon: Gaslighting: What It Is and What It Does To You
Negative and Positive Coping Skills
Negative Coping Skills Diversions Procrastination Abusing Drugs and/or alcohol Wasting time on unimportant tasks Interpersonal (With Others) Blaming Isolating/withdrawing Mean or hostile joking Gossiping Criticizing Others Manipulating Others Refusing help from others Lying to others Sabotaging plans Being late to appointments Provoking violence from others Enabling others to take advantage of you Cognitive (Of the … Continue reading Negative and Positive Coping Skills
What is enough?
I find myself in this infinite cycle of "When do I have enough to share value?" and honestly it's the most crippling thing ever (hyperbole)