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~ The Toolshed ~

JynxModerator19 Oct 2023, 6:15 pm AEDT

~ 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 Contributor23 Nov 2023, 5:32 pm AEDT

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@scruffypuffball I found Shannon Thomas on Insta 🎉 now Following

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scruffypuffballSenior Contributor23 Nov 2023, 5:43 pm AEDT

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@tyme @Jynx @Glisten @Shaz51 @TideisTurning @Bow @Appleblossom

@Glisten- I can relate, I had no idea what I was going through either. It is devastating when you dont even have the words for it. That is why I am here. The awakening happened for me when I was on twitter (before space Karen took over, when it was actually working), there was a hashtag #narcissisticabuse and it was amazing. Unfortunately the algorithm does not work anymore.

Shahida Arabi...💝

It is how they maintain their power over you:

I did this with my abuser recently, trying to appeal to their conscience when they dont have one. It blew up in my face.

" Stop calling abuse a “tango” between two people when it’s really a coercive power imbalance where one partner aggressively leads and will punish the other when they don’t follow" Shahida Arabi

“No matter what spiritual philosophies or beliefs about manifestation you possess, never tolerate abuse. Abuse is unholy. It is a perversion of any kind of divinity. At the end of the day believe whatever you want but do not ever use it to think you should tolerate abuse ever.” - Shahida Arabi

Abusers deflate your dreams, aspirations, goals and/or accomplishments. This is due to their pathological envy and need to control you. Narcissists don't want you to have validation, support and confidence outside of them. – Shahida Arabi

If only I took this advice a week ago:

"You don’t have to clarify NOTHING to a narcissist. They’re going to go ahead and believe whatever they want! They’re dedicated to misunderstanding you. That is their TRUE intention."

Stay strong everyone. 💪 Sending blessings your way. 💞