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creative_writerSenior Contributor
Sometimes I feel like I’m on top of things and don’t feel like my trauma defines me and I don’t feel so ashamed and scared. Other times I want to hide from the world and feel like a **** (I’m not going to say the word here since I don’t want to trigger anyone) 😭, I feel so ashamed that I don’t want people to know
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amber22Senior Contributor
What you have been through does not define you, you are very worth it, sending you lots of virtual hugs.
How is uni today? @creative_writer
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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amber22Senior Contributor
That's really understandable that you don't feel like you can focus as much today, just try your best to get through the day and be kind to yourself as much as possible please! @creative_writer
That's good that you only have one more class left, hopefully it goes quickly so you can go home and rest!
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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amber22Senior Contributor
It sounds like you need a big rest @creative_writer
It's totally okay to be feeling this way today, please take care of yourself as much as you can
What will be helpful for you when you get home while you feel this way?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
@amber22 I’ll probably get home change out of these clothes and wash my face. I’m going through the “nothing feels real” moment right now
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amber22Senior Contributor
That sounds like a really good plan @creative_writer
Washing my face always makes me feel better too. Are you just having a chill night at home tonight?
Sitting with you
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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amber22Senior Contributor
Oh I am so sorry you have a migraine! @creative_writer They are the absolute worst. I hope you can rest tonight.
Is there anything that helps you while you have one? For me it's definitely sleeping in a dark room!
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
@amber22 dark room can help. Amber blue light filter glasses too, I’ve popped mine on. They’re lightweight and comfortable. Those heavy glasses give me headaches
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