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JynxModerator

~ The Toolshed ~

So I've decided to create a new space, similar to The Ice-Memery but instead of being silly memes, these are memes/images/words etc. that I've found that are more like tools and insights for recovery. Hence, I welcome you to:

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These are things I've found that are insightful, provide psychoeducation, or that have helped inspire me in my recovery journey. I invite anyone who wishes to contribute to do so! It doesn't have to be pictures, it can be discussion, questions, videos, whatever you like! But to start us off, I would love to share a nice lil stack of memes/pics I've found that I thought were really worth the read.

P.S. If you haven't already, you can also check out our Coping Toolbox for ideas and strategies to help you when you need to cope with the hard stuff!

So without further ado, lemme kick us off!

Will just tag a few forumites to start, pls do tag anyone you feel would enjoy or wanna contribute to this thread!

@tyme @amber22 @hanami @Jupiter @PizzaMondo @Bon_courage @Ilovepenguins @MissLil @Shaz51 @outlander @Judi9877 @wellwellwellnez @Zoe7 @Faith-and-Hope @NatureLover @Flying_Hams @nervouswreck @Patches59 @Jacques @TAB @Smiling_Gecko @EternalFlower @WIP @StuF @Meowmy @StanD @magpie4 @Captain24 @Snowie @creative_writer @Laura4 @Bow @TideisTurning

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MissGremlinSenior Contributor

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@Cuddlebear thankyou my sweet ❤️. I had a bit of a sleep but I'm still feeling very emotional, I'm just being gentle with myself. I love and care for you so much too beautiful ❤️. You simply being here means so much to me.

It's ok, there's no need to apologise. We all have other things going on in our lives 😊.

I can understand being a mess with worry, they aren't just pets, they are our world and even more so when we depend on them so much for support. Sending you huge hugs sweet ❤️.

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CuddlebearSenior Contributor

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@Blackcloud Hello lovely. It sounds like you too are really having a bad day. I understand not being able to go for a walk the heat is awful and bothers me too.

Is there anything that helps you feel calmer at all you can do at home?

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CuddlebearSenior Contributor

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@MissGremlin I’m glad you had a sleep it can help so much with helping with healing. Yes be very gentle with yourself and keep Caspar close by as he’s such a beautiful support for you right now. I’m here too if you want to chat about anything at all or to distract you whatever you need.

Yes our fur babies are our children and if they might be unwell the worry is massive. He seems totally fine in every way but sometimes drags his bottom along the floor. It might just be an itchy bum bum but I’m not sure so he will see the vet tomorrow.

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DownMoreThanUpSenior Contributor

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@heartathome @Blackcloud i think i suffer from at least 7 of these descriptions on that list, though only at times, it depends what mood cycle is ruling my moments. Depression and anxiety being the most likely mood to causes these symptoms to flare.

For example when depressed but with my wife, i still struggle with the symptoms in that list, in that i can feel those feelings hearing those thoughts, even 24/7 when the depression really flares up, yet i have learned to trust her love for me, much more than these depressive thoughts and feelings giving me a hard time, so (more and more,) i do not fall for, or heed, them. i'm now also learning to do that with people who really rejected me as well. For knowing that i'm loved is much to good to let go off.

You guys find that?

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ENKELISenior Contributor

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@heartathome thank you for that! I have been guilty of asking that question, and I love that. I have written it in my journal so I remember it. Hope you are doing well my lovely friend 🫂

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ENKELISenior Contributor

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@puppydoglover it is so nice to meet you.

I am Enkeli, I am 56 and live in Perth. I like to talk a lot lol!

I live with depression/anxiety and Bipolar 2.

Being autistic, is there anything I can do when posting messages to you? I have worked with people on the spectrum (Asperger's) and am always wanting to learn more

I hope your day goes well 🙂

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ENKELISenior Contributor

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@MissGremlin I needed these today.

After 50 years of taking my fathers' emotional abuse I finally stood up to him. His response? He told me to can the petty spite and to F*CK OFF (yes he put it in capitals). Guess I won't be getting a Christmas present this year...

@Bunniekins @Jynx @heartathome @DownMoreThanUp @puppydoglover @Glisten @avant-garde @NightFury @MJG017 @Cuddlebear @Blackcloud @Meowmy @Bow @Dimity @Chasingsunsets @AlwaysMyself @creative_writer @The-red-centaur @Shaz51 @lonemushroom @Till23 @Appleblossom @PeppyPatti @Oaktree @REDLINEZ750 @Mustang67 @Judi9877 @rav3n @Ru-bee @AuntGlow @RiverSeal @0ddsidian @tyme

I hope everyone is having a good day. Despite what you may feel, YOU MATTER

Much love

E x

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MissGremlinSenior Contributor

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@ENKELI oh my sweet Enkeli, I'm sorry you've had to suffer so much emotional abuse from your father. I'm so proud of you for standing up for yourself but I'm so sorry that was his response. Sending you hugs beautiful ❤️.

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AuntGlowModerator

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I am so sorry this happened @ENKELI... I can't imagine how you must be feeling right now. Know that we are all here with you. Sending big hugs your way. 🥰

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ENKELISenior Contributor

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@MissGremlin thanks honey. My brother just told me father tried to call him but my bro declined the call. The most hurtful part is that I know my brother wouldn't stand up for me. I don't know if I am expecting too much from those who love me but none of them have ever stood up for me. My ex friend never did anything about the verbal abuse I got from her ex husband and his girlfriend and my brother is the same. I know bro would let dad rant and rave and K [edited by moderator] would ignore it. He wouldn't say "well maybe you should try and see things from her side" or anything that I would say if the roles were reversed.

I think that hurt more than the actual email.

Your support is so gratefully received 🫂xoxo

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