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creative_writerSenior Contributor
Why can’t I pretend the pain isn’t real, maybe if I tell myself I’m okay and I don’t struggle with mental health I’ll be okay. Maybe if I tell myself that the traumatic memories aren’t real, then I can finally feel whole and less gross. Maybe I’ll just wake up from this dream soon and I’ll find peace within my mind when I do wake up. Maybe I’m okay, maybe there isn’t anything wrong with me
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tymeModerator
Hey @creative_writer ,
What's caused this spiral? Sitting here listening @creative_writer
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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JynxModerator
@creative_writer do you have a regular/firm routine at the moment?
I totally know the 'stuck' feeling hey. Hmm.... Oh, have you seen these videos by How to ADHD? They are helpful for navigating the 'wall'
Maybe it's about doing something interveney when that heaviness starts? It's a tricky one for sure hun. 🫂
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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JynxModerator
@creative_writer potentially something you could work towards then, building a routine. What do you think?
Aye, and we can only do a bit at a time hey. Finding that balance between allowing space for the feelings and not letting ourselves spiral too hard can be tricky.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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JynxModerator
Just take it super slow @creative_writer no need to have the perfect routine ready to go from ground up. Maybe just have a think about like, just one thing you could introduce to your daily rituals that you wish you were doing more of!
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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JynxModerator
@creative_writer don't forget about this one hun:
I will have to say nighty night, do be kind and gentle with yourself ok hun? Chat to ya next time 😊🫂🫂
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