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Hoping everyone has some pleasant and relaxing time during the coming next week or 2.
for those with pets, may you have special time with them and keep them safe on New Years Eve.
my cats and I will be spending the time together. Atm feeling everything I do or say is wrong or upsets people. Missing friends and family, they all have their own lives and don’t care about me. Don’t know why I keep trying
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DimitySenior Contributor
Hello @Former-Member best wishes to you too, hope you find peace and solace with your 2 cats and can enjoy the festive season as best you can.
I know the feeling of not saying/doing the right things but sometimes we're our own worst critic and the other people are too busy with their own lives to really notice. Hang in there, things will get better, and isn't this the first Christmas since your move?
I'm sitting with my cat, they're easy to be with.
Take care @Former-Member. I hope you're doing something special for yourself tomorrow.
In response to: End of 2023
NatureLoverSenior Contributor
Hi @Former-Member , Happy Christmas (if you do Christmas) and New Year. Thanks for your good wishes 🙂
I'm sure your friends and family do care, they are probably just busy.
I hope you are OK...
In response to: Re: End of 2023
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No reply etc to my post from few days ago seeking info, guidance following first psychiatrist appointment, part of which left me feeling uncomfortable and confused …. Did I say something wrong?
Only hear from one family member when she wants something and that is as I’m last possibility. Seeing the red flags from recent times that only ‘friend’ is either narcissistic or lap dog for person who has claiming to be a friend for approx 12mths and has actually been trauma bonding. When I’m quiet and take time out for me I’m accused of giving people the silent treatment. When I speak up for myself told I’m being rude and disrespectful of other people feelings or circumstances. I’m tired of dealing with the human race. Trying to come to terms with and deal with my own MH and feel like can’t get ahead no matter what I do.
Feeling hurt, betrayed, used, angry and lost. Taking Luna and Sunny to bed with me before I say something I’m going to regret
In response to: Re: End of 2023
NatureLoverSenior Contributor
@Former-Member wrote:When I’m quiet and take time out for me I’m accused of giving people the silent treatment. When I speak up for myself told I’m being rude and disrespectful of other people feelings or circumstances.
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Feeling hurt, betrayed, used, angry and lost.
So sorry to hear, @Former-Member 😢
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