Living with Ourselves

@Sophia1 💜💛

Dear @Sophia1 💕🤗🌹 You have had a very difficult few days. And yes, trauma definitely builds up and is way too easily re-awakened. The car accident you witnessed and assisted at, would have been very traumatic and little wonder you had a bit of a crash afterwards. That, on top of the contact with your family member by phone, would certainly be enough to leave you emotionally and physically depleted and feeling very teary. It all takes a heavy toll.

I am so pleased that your husband has been so supportive during your obvious distress. It is those small but very kind and thoughtful gestures, such as doing dinner, which mean so very much. Clearly he sees a lot more than you are aware of showing him. Perhaps you can be more confident in showing your needs during your distress, and seeking his support, the next time.

I am so sorry that your family member continues to be alone, vulnerable, homeless and terrified. Of course you cannot ignore their calls. That would be heartless, and I know you are not that. You're right too in that the person within them ... the one you love ... is still there. But hidden amongst their illness. But you do need to be aware of your own limitations. By the sound of it ... you are ... in that you knew when to call a halt to the abuse, by hanging up.

Its always heartening to hear that helplines such as Lifeline have been so good. Sounds like you had a really good experience with them. I hope other readers here, hearing of your experience, will not hesitate to call a help line too.

I'm glad you have this safe place to be, to spill your heartache and pain. This is something we all need. I see that you have been visiting a number of other threads on the forums recently as well ... including my thread, which I am very grateful to you for. You write so beautifully, and always have such sound caring advice for everyone. But at the end of the day ... if here is where you feel safe ... here is where you should be. Please tag me any time, and I will be here for you. I know I cannot really help ... but I care, and I want to help. Sometimes just a listening ear of someone who is understanding and sympathetic ... can be very beneficial.

Until next time ... please take care.

Emelia 💞🤗

@Sophia1 I have no words as I feel they would be hollow for you right now - you have so much to deal with but as always you handle yourself with grace and dignity. Keep holding on to those that love you and keep reaching out when you need. Sending you so much love Hon

@Sophia1 ❣️❣️❣️❣️

Hello all

I will not tag for fear of leaving anyone out.

Dismissal is such a huge part of the foundation of my life journey through not understanding why.

Why a question still very much a part of my being.

I have tried to read some threads noted in the "New" above, next to my icon which I had forgotten also.

Perhaps I need a change.

I am exhausted and will not start an epic essay.

I will leave my footprints in the sand for those who pass by to notice.

Be so very kind to yourselves in this harsh world that we live in.

Lovely, lovely people

Love Sophia 💜💚💛

Its been a few months since we last saw you here @Sophia1 🌷

Always lovely to see you when you make your way here. And I'm very happy to follow your foot prints in the sand.

Sounds like you are struggling right now. Want you to know that I'm here for you any time, albeit in the limited capacity that we are faced with, on an anonymous forum.

Please take care, and sending some love your way.

Emelia 💓

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Above picture represents love and trust in it's most beautiful form.

We can learn so much from the animal kingdom.

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It's good to see you @Sophia1

I hope you are ok 🙏 Thank you for sharing that gorgeous photo, yes we do have a lot to learn x Take care of you 💞