creative_writerSenior Contributor
Constant flashbacks
Does anyone else struggle with daily flashbacks? I keep getting somatic flashbacks day after day and it’s so exhausting
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Constant flashbacks
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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@Jynx I have semester break mid year. I was thinking whether that would be a good time. I need to get through the stabilising stage first.
I think staff members know students have sensitive issues. It can feel intrusive if someone asks very personal direct questions around trauma. I’ve had the intrusive question experience in the past, it felt sort of awkward
I think staff members know students have sensitive issues. It can feel intrusive if someone asks very personal direct questions around trauma. I’ve had the intrusive question experience in the past, it felt sort of awkward
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JynxModerator
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@creative_writer mid-year break is only a few weeks right? Is that enough time to stabilise? Genuine question, cos hey maybe you've done it before in as much time 😊
Hope your weekend has been restful, playful, or in some way fulfilling 💜
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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@Jynx just a bit longer to go.
I did the stupid thing today and exercised when sick, and I know it’s not wise. I’m trying to eat dinner and hoping it settles. ED thoughts got the best of me.
I hope today has been kind towards you 💖
I did the stupid thing today and exercised when sick, and I know it’s not wise. I’m trying to eat dinner and hoping it settles. ED thoughts got the best of me.
I hope today has been kind towards you 💖
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JynxModerator
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Aww @creative_writer yes hopefully some food in your tummy helps things settle. Hope you are able to get some rest and chill time hun 💜
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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@Jynx I had a cry and it’s contributed to the heaviness in my head and exhaustion. I’m just trying to rest up tonight. My family went out for dinner and I’m home by myself. They wanted me to go to dinner but I don’t think I had the energy. I am way too burnt out. I had uni assignments, my own stuff and pushing myself after a migraine aura wasn’t helpful for my body. I am the pushing type till I have nothing left. I’m ashamed to admit that I don’t have a good handle on my triggers.
Maybe I need to go to bed early tonight and things will feel more balanced tomorrow. I will probably just bake the savoury muffins tomorrow.
I have done some research into spiritual guidance options. There are coaching options, I’m not sure if that’s what I need. I have sent a message. I reckon working on healing the shame and self blame in therapy and spiritually will help me move forward. The underlying cause of self-sabotage is shame, feelings of worthless and self blame
Maybe I need to go to bed early tonight and things will feel more balanced tomorrow. I will probably just bake the savoury muffins tomorrow.
I have done some research into spiritual guidance options. There are coaching options, I’m not sure if that’s what I need. I have sent a message. I reckon working on healing the shame and self blame in therapy and spiritually will help me move forward. The underlying cause of self-sabotage is shame, feelings of worthless and self blame
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JynxModerator
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@creative_writer crying is one of those things that can leave us physically soooo depleted and fragile, even if emotionally we feel lighter. I'm glad you decided to put your need for rest first and not go out for dinner 💜
Oooh savoury muffins, delish!! Sounds like a good plan hun.
I hope the inquiry proves fruitful and that you find a new path forward hun 🤞
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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@Jynx my nose is feeling blocked now, might need to spray it before bed so I can breathe.
I cried while they were away for dinner because I was alone and could be vulnerable. I was too exhausted to leave the house even before crying. I feel emotionally and physically exhausted.
I will wait and see what she says.
I cried while they were away for dinner because I was alone and could be vulnerable. I was too exhausted to leave the house even before crying. I feel emotionally and physically exhausted.
I will wait and see what she says.
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JynxModerator
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Take it slow and be gentle with your wonderful self @creative_writer. Hope you can get some decent rest - and a clear nostril too!! 💜
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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@Jynx I got a decent amount of sleep. I set an alarm to prevent myself from oversleeping. I seem to have an increased need of sleep but sleeping more only makes me feel more exhausted.
I could find my nasal spray but my nose was clear enough by the time I went to bed.
I haven’t studied so far today. I’ve been feeling quite burnt out. I’ve made my muffins and should probably eat something soon. My dietician and psych want me at a healthier weight but it’s been a process
I could find my nasal spray but my nose was clear enough by the time I went to bed.
I haven’t studied so far today. I’ve been feeling quite burnt out. I’ve made my muffins and should probably eat something soon. My dietician and psych want me at a healthier weight but it’s been a process
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JynxModerator
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@creative_writer taking a break from the studying for a day or two is definitely something worth doing when one is feeling burnt out hey!
How have you been going, were the muffins tasty?
