Be Honest 💕
If you had to be honest in this exact moment, no mask, no filter, what word or sentence would describe how you feel?
@Amanda84
Currently Lonely, Tired and abandoned. Sitting here in my office just wanting to close the door, shut the lights and curl up in the corner behind the door. Lately I really do not feel like being around anyone at work.
@braindamag3
I'm sorry that you feel this way, I'm glad you can talk about it. It can be so overwhelming to have to be around people as you are, while not wanting to be, takes a while lot of strength 💜
@Amanda84
Thanks,
I find though.... Typing out how I feel is just not the same as having that one confidant to TALK to.
Without that one confidant, I have been so lost and alone.
@braindamag3
I do appreciate that, connection is vital, it's hard, and it can just make our day souch harder 💜
@braindamag3 hugs you tightly 💖
Thank you
@braindamag3
I know it’s very hard. But you can always have a 1:1 listener conversation, I know it’s no where close to having a confidant. But sometimes all you need is to be heard!
Brain, I am sorry you feel lonely and abandoned. I have felt that way many times. You are smart to reach out to supportive people here. Everyone here wishes the best for you. Remember feelings are not facts and they deceive us into thinking that things are worse than they really are. I get help when I do gratitude journaling and think about the things in my life that I appreciate. Also deep breathing and meditation (when it is appropriate) are helpful to relax the mind and body and bring clarity and objectivity to your thinking. Hope that helps.
I feel like that always.
That must be difficult. I think to varying degrees we all ‘fake it’ around people much of the time.
@Meleslynda5
Some days are tough when I am in the office. In one way I am glad that they segregated my temp office space away from everyone else. There is absolutely no one around and I just play my music as loud as I want without upsetting others. Music is what keeps me sane.
Do you think it's ok for a guy to wear thigh high stockings and pom pom socks
@toughFan5881
If that's what you are comfortable wearing then I say go for it. You do you! Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. 👍
@braindamag3
This is how I feel as well. I just want to retreat like a wounded animal.
@independentOel726
We are not alone but we are ð«£. It's a terrible feeling some days.
Just wondering if you would like to strike up conversation in the Pen Pal section? Maybe we can help eachother with some of these feelings?
I'd like that .. if I can figure out how to do it
@independentOwl726
Hello Owl,
I did start a post in the Pen Pal section, if your up to chatting, I’m here to listen and help figure things out.
Can we dig into how awkward small talk is such a hassle at work? Could we just get that out of the way, do our job, go home and not worry about how we'll look to other people, bc we're not being "team players". Honeslty, f* what ppl think
@LilMayer22
You don't have to tell me how awkward small talk is.
I have 25 years service and 1 friend to show for it in a company of over 1000 employees. I manage a team of 5 and only talk to them when necessary.
I am highly introverted and have social anxiety so yea very awkward for me to talk to people.
And there's nothing wrong with that. Actually you should be proud to be in leadership position, I could never imagine myself doing it.
You’re doing the best you can just by showing up and acknowledging how you feel. It’s okay to need rest, quiet, or even a break from people, it doesn’t mean you’re failing.
@Amanda84 I'm just physically tired. My body hurts and aches despite me trying trying to be positive. My body feels so drained and beat down that I couldn't even muster the energy to get to my appointment today. But my body will eventually recuperate and rejuvenate within time! 🧡 So I'll be ok. I'm a strong Desiree. 😀
@YourCaringConfidant
I hope that you feel better soon and your body feels rested 🥰💜
@YourCaringConfidant sounds like you need some relaxing time and lots of sleep.
@Tinywhisper11 Lol. Awww, that gif just made me smile. That massage is greatly appreciated. Thank you, beautiful Tiny. I'm definitely getting my rest in today!
@YourCaringConfidant 💖💖💖
Nice....
@Tinywhisper11 what a cute pic, me next please
@CocoaCassie 😂😂😂😂 ok here you go 💖
I have 2 chihuahuas, big personalities, very loving ❤️
Christopher, l lost my Chihuahua a year ago, she was 17! 4 lb female, never barked. A rare one. I have so many dog breeds, Chihuahua are so like pups their whole lives, well, females anyway! Ha
@warmheartedHuman836
Sorry for your loss, I know how dogs make great companions 💕💜
Yep, a cat will just up and walk away, (though l have had 2) but a dog has to have a really good reason to walk away from petting, like maybe seeing a squirrel! Ha. JuneBug was by far the most gentle animal l have ever had. I do miss that tiny brown dog. Might finally be time for another!
I love the insinuation 🤭
@Tinywhisper11
Come back, it's not the same without you 🩷🩷🩷 even though I know you need to heal and put you first, I just miss you 💙
@YourCaringConfidant, I could imagine that you've been through a lot recently or maybe even for a good while. Anyone would feel exhausted if it felt like life's problems were stacking up on them and they weren't going away. I'm glad you can trust strangers with how you really feel, and I hope you find it helpful and relieving to share with other people.
@YourCaringConfidant I been here I dealed with that it’s a 5 day weekday it’s being on duty physical pain bothers me and my mental health physical pain
@dhabib
💜💕
yessss 100% hit home
@YourCaringConfidant
I hope you feel better soon. Sometimes the energy is just drained quickly. Sometimes the processes running in the background takes up so much energy it’s difficult to cope. Just accept the fact that your body is undergoing a downtime and shower it with some TLC and let time do its magic. ✨
@YourCaringConfidant lifeless
@YourCaringConfidant Just wanted to say that I can relate to you. I have felt so tired lately, both physically and mentally. But we got this! We are strong, and we can get through anything :) Hope you feel better soon! <3
If I had to choose one word, I would say Lost.
Ever since my dog and my father passed away. I just can't seem to get my feet underneath me. Feeling happiness was always a struggle before, now I've gotten pretty good at faking it but as soon as I'm alone and I take that mask off, I am completely exhausted.
@mytwistedsoul
Condolences on both your father and your dog 💜 That's alot to deal with, it's completely exhausting trying to just get through your day, but you can always be real here, sending you hugs and best wishes 💜🥰
@Amanda84 Thank you! 💜 It's nice to have some validation that it's a lot to deal with!
@mytwistedsoul 💕
@mytwistedsoul my little earth angel I hope a light comes to guide your way, and that only happiness follows💖 I love you 💗
@Tinywhisper11 You're the angel Tiny. ❤️ May we both find healing, peace and happiness. Sending so much love to you ❤️
@mytwistedsoul@mytwistedsoul gosh, i'm so sorry to hear about your dog and your dad. When my grandma passed, i felt the same way but thankfully I had my dog to quite literally save me. Amazing what these animal can do. I still struggle with these feelings quite often and know you're not alone. It's a lot to handle along with everyday life struggles. I really wish you the best and sending positive thoughts your way 💕
@portia1039 I'm so sorry about your Grandma. Thank you so much for the positive thoughts and kindness. I really appreciate this ❤️
@mytwistedsoul S***....sorry I didn't know about this. Hopefully by now the grief has started to subside a bit? Unfortunately the only thing that cures a personal loss is time, & too often time does an imperfect job. Here's to better days in the future.
@slowdecline48 Thanks Slow 💜
I am exhausted. I want to just forgive my self for my mistakes of the past and want to pat my back for moving forward everyday. But it’s so hard to fight everyday just to stay strong and do the right thing. Some times I wonder why I fail to have one person who can understand me
@Cardiomadness
Don't be too hard on yourself, you deserve happiness, and to forgive yourself, we cannot look back but we can learn from it and move forward 💜
Thank you for ur kind words
@Cardiomadness life is never easy🙁 but your doing really well gives you a giant tiny hug 💗
@Cardiomadness struggling with the same. Not too exhausted anymore. Very anxious though and having trouble trusting myself due to past poor decisions. In rime it gets easier but still cannot forgive myself. Try to go easy on yourself. Wishing you peace and light. ♥
@Cardiomadness
To Err is human. Learning the art of forgiving yourself is essential. Else you will never be able to get out of that deadly spiral. 🌀 Be kind to yourself You are not excusing your bad behaviour but you are forgiving yourself with lessons learnt and moving forward. There’s a big difference between people who do horrible things and act like they have done nothing wrong and people who judge themselves very seriously and tag themselves as bad or unworthy of love or repentance.
Repent and forgive yourself that is the best you can do. Staying mad at yourself or punishing yourselves for your past won’t help at all
@Amanda84
Right now I’m feeling happy but there are times when I’m not feeling happy too. It revolves around my so called “family” That’s the most honest way I can say it.
@akunknown
I understand and sending you hugs for the not so good times 💕
@Amanda84
Thanks. You’re a great and kind friend. Hugs back. ❤️
@akunknown hugs you tightly 💖 I love you 💗💗
@Tinywhisper11
Thanks so much. I love you too. Hugs you tightly back. ❤️❤️
@akunknown thanks so much for sharing that!
guilty, scared , anxious and isolated...
@fossilfellow
I'm sorry you feel this way, sending you healing hugs and much love 💕
@fossilfellow they are tough emotions I'm sorry sweetie 🙁 gives you a giant tiny hug 💗
@Amanda84
well, this is the first sentence that came to mind (swear word warning!)
well, i’m f*cked
I do not know why. Maybe symbolic of my future failures that will come.
@JustALonelyArtist I really hope that your future will be amazing in every way💖 gives you a giant tiny hug
@Tinywhisper11
Thank youu~
@JustALonelyArtist
I did ask for honesty 😁 I genuinely hope that life gives you everything you desire, even if it may not feel like it right now 💜🥰
@Amanda84
Thanks!
@Amanda84 I'm mad. But in a calm way if that makes sense. I was lied too and the person thinks I don't know the truth. But, I do. However, as much as it hurts, I am trying to not retaliate against them and instead move through it. Feel the anger, the hurt and learn from it.
@HopefulOne81 that's hard to do 🙁 but your attitude is inspiring 💖 gives you a giant tiny hug 💗
@Tinywhisper11 Aww! Thank you so much!
@HopefulOne81
That's so admirable, you are a good person 💜♥️
@Amanda84 Thank you!!!
incapable
@obligatoryusername we all have our strengths and weaknesses💖 your not alone 💖
@obligatoryusername
I'm sure that's not sure, we all have our own talents and skills and I'm sorry if any experiences or people have made you feel this way 💜
@Amanda84 ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh..... Ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.. Ughh.. Ugh
@Tinywhisper11
Heat related?
Sending you multiple hugs ♥️
@Amanda84 hugs you back 💖💖
@Tinywhisper11
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@Amanda84 hugs