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From Emotional Abuse to Empowerment: A Personal Story
abuse, Addiction, Anxiety, Artistic Creations, Childhood Trauma, Cooking, DIY, garden, grief, Healthy Boundaries, Interests, Letting Go, loneliness, Marriage & Divorce, Mental Health, mindfulness, Music, Personal Presentation, Physical Health And Appearance, Physical Stress Responses, reading, regret, Relationship Styles And Behaviour, relationships, Release, Self Healing, Therapy, Writing
The author reflects on personal growth after reading an impactful article about emotional abuse. A man, previously abusive, shares insights on how abusers target their partners’ strengths. The author recounts losing self-identity and confidence in a relationship where their individuality was stifled. Recognizing these patterns empowers them to reclaim their identity and confidence, initiating a…
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Microdosing Psilocybin for Mental Health: A Personal Journey
abuse, Addiction, Anxiety, Childhood Trauma, Family, Friends, grief, Healthy Boundaries, Letting Go, loneliness, Marriage & Divorce, Mental Health, mindfulness, Physical Health And Appearance, Physical Stress Responses, Psychedelics, regret, Relationship Styles And Behaviour, relationships, Release, Self Healing, sex, Struggling, Therapy
The author shares a personal journey regarding microdosing psilocybin as a potential therapeutic aid for mental health issues. After extensive research, they express a commitment to explore this method, believing it may assist in overcoming personal challenges. Despite concerns about expecting too much from the mushrooms, the author remains hopeful for healing, emphasizing the importance…
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Cathartic Furniture Bonfire: Taking Back Control After Breakup
Addiction, anger, calm, Exercise and Fitness, garden, grief, Healthy Boundaries, Letting Go, loneliness, Marriage & Divorce, Mental Health, mindfulness, Physical Health And Appearance, regret, Relationship Styles And Behaviour, relationships, Release, Self Healing, Therapyanger, cathartic, cleanse, control, detachment, fire, healing, loss, marriage, reclaiming, recovery, renewal, separation
The author describes their frustration about a pile of neglected junk left by an unreliable former partner. Despite promises to remove it, the clutter lingered for months, serving as a painful reminder of his selfishness. Finally motivated by anger, the author cleans the debris, recycles components, and burns the remaining items, finding catharsis in taking…
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The writer battles the urge to contact a partner who seeks space. Despite longing for reconnection and envisioning a fresh start, they understand the need to respect the partner’s space. They yearn for a new beginning but struggle with uncertainty, hoping for a chance to build a stronger, more fulfilling relationship.
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