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Recognising and Recovering from Marital Abuse
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If you ‘feel’ like you raped your partner, you almost certainly did. 26/06/24 TRIGGER WARNING: Discussion of marital rape. DISCLAIMER: The contents of this post should NOT be taken as any form of advice or guidance; it is merely an account of a personal exploration. Any actions taken by others in relation to the contents…
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Letting Go: My Wedding Ring Removal Journey

The author has taken off her wedding ring, symbolizing the end of her marriage. She acknowledges the physical and emotional pain, but is determined to let go of the unhealthy relationship and move forward. Despite some lingering emotions, she feels a sense of liberation.
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Emotional Healing: The Pain of Packing Up Ex’s Belongings

The author recounts the emotional journey of packing away their ex-partner’s belongings after his departure. Initially comforted by his possessions, they later found them painful reminders of loss. Through a determined process of clearing out his items from the house, the author experiences grief but ultimately feels empowered. Conversations with a friend provide support, leading…
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Rejuvenating in the Garden: Finding Strength and Inner Peace
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After experiencing grief-induced emotional instability, the writer finds solace and purpose in gardening. Spring brings rejuvenation and a sense of promise. Despite moments of contentment, the writer struggles with sudden mood drops and impatience for healing. Meditation offers challenges, but the writer seeks to embrace patience and find moments of calm and contentment.
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Ruby Wax and Frazzled Café: A Life-Changing Podcast Experience
abuse, Addiction, Anxiety, calm, Childhood Trauma, Family, grief, Healthy Boundaries, Letting Go, loneliness, Marriage & Divorce, Mental Health, mindfulness, Physical Health And Appearance, Physical Stress Responses, Relationship Styles And Behaviour, relationships, Release, Self Healing, Struggling, Therapy
The author reflects on the podcast “How Do You Cope?” and the life-changing episode featuring Ruby Wax OBE. Wax discusses her struggles with mental health and introduces Frazzled Café, an online peer support group. The author attends a session, finds comfort in the shared experiences, and feels less alone. Encouraged by the supportive environment, they…
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Struggling with Self-Care: My Lonely Battle as a Grown Up
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The author struggles with maintaining physical and mental self-care despite their efforts. They describe the difficulty in maintaining progress and express the exhausting and lonely nature of their battle. Despite seeking support, they feel ultimately responsible for finding inner resources to feel and stay better, expressing the challenges of being an adult.
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Overcoming Unexpected Grief: Coping with Grandchildren’s Visits

The writer expresses the difficulty of dealing with grief while spending time with grandchildren. Despite their joy, the author struggles with the absence of their partner and the painful reminders of their shared past. The emotional turmoil resurfaces unexpectedly, causing distress and the need to hide their tears from the children.
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The author expresses ongoing emotional struggle, often tied to receiving contact from a former partner. Despite brief emotional lifts from such interactions, they confront the painful reality of the separation and the unlikelihood of genuine reconciliation. The torment of this situation is profound, causing immense pain and a sense of suffocation.
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Finding Support During Tough Times
Addiction, Anxiety, Childhood Trauma, Exercise and Fitness, Family, Friends, grief, Letting Go, loneliness, Marriage & Divorce, Mental Health, mindfulness, Physical Health And Appearance, Physical Stress Responses, reading, regret, Relationship Styles And Behaviour, relationships, Release, Self Healing, Struggling, Therapy
The author expresses feelings of sadness and disconnection a breakup, realising the need for personal resources outside of therapy. Unable to afford counselling, they turn to self-help books, struggling to concentrate on reading. They yearn for the supportive online community of 43Things, missing the guidance and connection it provided. They attempt to maintain structure in…
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Overcoming Love Addiction: My Journey to Healing

The author reflects on their emotional turmoil following a marriage breakup and how discovering the concept of love addiction resonates with their experiences. They identify signs of this addiction, including obsessive thoughts and physical withdrawal symptoms. This realisation offers some clarity and hope, prompting the author to focus on overcoming their emotional dependency rather than…