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Embracing Honesty: My Journey of Healing
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The author reflects on the decision to share personal journals publicly through blogging, inspired by Sarah Millican’s autobiographical book. Writing helps process their journey through divorce and healing, including controversial topics like psilocybin use. They emphasize honesty and vulnerability, hoping to aid others by sharing their truth. Despite concerns about judgment, the author prioritizes authenticity…
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In the midst of what seemed like a challenging year, the author shares positive personal progress. They’ve discovered their inner strength, pursued self-expression, and addressed past traumas. They’ve also found joy in planning for the future, created a garden sanctuary, and focused on self-care. The year has transformed from difficult to fulfilling.
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On the ex’s birthday, the writer chose to be civil, despite feeling angered by the ex’s actions. They found pleasure in disconnecting emotionally and discarding their ex’s belongings, feeling empowered. The writer recognizes their own righteousness and is unapologetic about their actions. The ex’s attempts to provoke them are ineffective.
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After months of avoiding music for fear of triggering bad memories of her ex, the author describes reconnecting with her love of music and the joy of dancing in the kitchen. This is a huge, and longed for step, on the journey to wholeness.
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The author reflects on her sudden, intense sexual desire triggered by a captivating new customer, revealing a longing for touch after years of feeling unappealing. She acknowledges that her past relationship with EH invalidated her confidence and desire, realizing now that her dissatisfaction stemmed from him, not her own nature. This insight proves empowering, reigniting…
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Pivotal Moments TRIGGER WARNING – Includes discussion of sexual assaults, abuse, family breakdown, criminal behaviour and homelessness. 30/06/24 By the time I reached fifteen years old, my relationship with mother and her husband (Rassgat) had utterly broken down. She’d long since made it clear to me that she valued her relationship with him more than…
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The author reflects on a painful wedding day marred by their partner’s alcoholism. Despite requesting sobriety, the groom drank before the ceremony and spent the day ignoring the bride’s emotional needs. The author grapples with feelings of regret and self-blame, yet recognizes the importance of self-compassion. A symbolic act of discarding wedding rings signifies moving…
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Reframing Childhood Trauma: Unveiling Harmful Beliefs

The writer traces the link between traumatic childhood experiences and harmful adult behaviors, focusing on a specific incident of unjust punishment. The impact of this experience is examined, revealing the writer’s journey of self-healing and recognition of unhealthy coping mechanisms. Through mindfulness and self-compassion, they seek to overcome past trauma and embrace their true self.
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The writer reflects on an ex-partner who had idealized her, only to be disillusioned by her imperfections. She seeks genuine love and acceptance, realizing the importance of self-worth and not settling for less. Quoting Sarah Millican, she embraces the idea of being with someone who truly values her. Self-acceptance and growth are ongoing goals.
