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~ The Toolshed ~

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:

~ The Toolshed! ~

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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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GlistenSenior Contributor

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@Appleblossom I like what you said there.

“when not eternally pressured to forgive and self sacrifice”.

G

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Alice10Senior Contributor

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@Glisten you're words are perfect. They are like poetry. If you don't write poetry, I'd encourage you to.

I'm in a situation that changes constantly. But I'm using a few strategies, like "lying" to keep myself safe emotionally and spiritually. I don't feel guilty anymore which is a big step for me. In fact, I'm planning things. I'm viewing a property next week. I'm spending three nights with family, five hours away, soon, as well....

I'm too precious to mess up my life by purposely staying. Please don't grieve for him. Please welcome the part of yourself that is "in love" with your own self and well being. Anyway, your words really struck me. I wasn't going to log on tonight. Thanks for your post. 💕❤️😊

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Alice10Senior Contributor

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@Appleblossom Hey thanks for taking the time to write a msg. Thanks for tagging me too. I get that you're courageous and it's inspiring. Thanx again. 💕❤️😊

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GlistenSenior Contributor

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@Alice10 you do anything you need to do, to stay safe. That’s all that matters.

Life is lived, not survived in misery.

You are an inspiration to me.

G

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scruffypuffballSenior Contributor

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@PinkFlamingo @Jynx @Glisten @Alonely @Shaz51 @Snowie @Dimity @NatureLover @_PixieSolstice_ @Captain24 @Bow @creative_writer @Appleblossom @tyme @Alice10

Hmmm, this is tricky, in a recent youtube video Dr Ramani said "I dont care, all abusers are narcissists" I agree with her.

Yep, we all turn into Philosophers in the end, the antidote to moral depravity of abuse is moral clarity:

They call them emotional vampires for a reason:

Motivated by primitive drives, they are wired to exploit all they come into contact with:

Yep, tolerance is finite..

I can relate, slow it down, easy does it..

theyre assholes

Surround yourself with goodness, good people

Yep

Stalking or even keeping tabs on people is about power and control, power is a primitive drive

Yeh i felt this

...and when you realise this put some boundaries in place to protect yourself...

...and finally..(He means resistance against evil....)

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GlistenSenior Contributor

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@scruffypuffball Anyone vulnerable is a target for predatory behaviour.

Self imposed Boundaries are liberating. Self imposed Boundaries give you permission to do what is best for you.

G

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Alice10Senior Contributor

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@scruffypuffball @Glisten

Thanks for the amazing toolshed post. I read it. 😊

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GlistenSenior Contributor

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@Alice10 The thing that binds survivors of this kind of violence is that it is the same loop, everytime. Until the final discard.

@scruffypuffball

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JynxModerator

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@Glisten @scruffypuffball @creative_writer @Alonely @Shaz51 @Snowie @Dimity @NatureLover @_PixieSolstice_ @Captain24 @Bow @creative_writer @Appleblossom @tyme @Alice10 @TAB @Ru-bee

Some more mentally healthy memery coming at ya hot!

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GlistenSenior Contributor

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@Jynx thank you! The NEW section on SANE website has been on the fritz for at least two weeks.

Not showing tagged posts. The same for @StuF and @TAB 🤷🏼‍♀️

Frustration overload 🤯

I only found your post by going to the Socials section.

Now I have found it, I can enjoy your memes collection 🤗

G

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