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How are the heart and mind feeling today? @creative_writer 💛

@creative_writer I am glad you have found the time and space to take care of yourself; this is really good to read. 💛

Ah yes, I get this. It is exhausting... when do you notice your intrusive thoughts are less prominent?

Also, flashbacks - I am not sure they ever fully dissolve, but they do become less distressing over time, with healing, nurturing, and support. Has your psychologist talked about what to do in these moments to soothe yourself? ☺️

@AuntGlowthe intrusive thoughts are less prominent if I am able to do more activities during the day. It can be hard if I’m not feeling physically well like today, afternoon is also when the physical pain and rumination peak. I think I do have to acknowledge that I’m going through changes right now, and I don’t expect it to be easy. I am also very burnt out. I gave myself the space to rest, I do really need to start job applying again.

I think sometimes my mind gets fixated on getting rid of them, even though I know that may not be possible. I’m finding it really hard to rewire my brain into thinking that it is okay to sit with discomfort, I know it’s something that happens over time. I haven’t really explored different strategies on coping with flashbacks with my current psych. I have explored ways in the past. I think a combination of relaxation activities like breathing, grounding, music and prayer can help. Distractions can also be helpful

hey @creative_writer i gotta head off soon but just wanted to pop in to say hi, hope you're holding up okay 💜

@creative_writer spine soreness sounds rough!! yeah it's hard with the mental health and physical health affecting each other, i do also have my fingers crossed for you that getting the physical addressed soon will help you feel better overall.

hope you're resting up 💗

@creative_writer so proud of you for getting that job application done!!! the job market has been rough the last few years, i feel like waiting months to even years is becoming the new normal. a couple of my friends have also been job hunting for months! some of them have work experience and still took/are taking a while to find a job, so you're definitely not alone. i have faith that your efforts will pay off, might just take longer than expected.

i'm day is going smoothly so far, thank you 💜