š¤ļø How Are You Feeling Today? Use 1 Word or a Whole Paragraph!
Hey everyone š
This thread is a safe space for you to check in and share how youāre feeling today ā whether itās one word, a sentence, or a full paragraph. Thereās no pressure to be āokay.ā Whether youāre thriving or struggling, your feelings are valid.
You can answer like:
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"Tired but hopeful."
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"Anxious ā I have a lot on my mind lately and canāt seem to shut it off."
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"Grateful. Today felt like a small step forward."
Youāre welcome to come back and post as often as you need ā daily, weekly, or whenever something is on your heart.
š¬ Letās support each other with kindness and empathy. You never know who might feel less alone reading your post. š
Soā¦ **how are you feeling today?**š
@Eman144
we feeling tiredĀ and angry lots of things coming up again from our past with emotions now connected to them
@stormieandpaws it can be exhausting when old emotions resurface, sending you best wishes and hugs, to feel better soon š„°š
@Amanda84
think we kinda put what we feeling in a writing link is
https://www.7cups.com/forum/poetry/EmotivePoetryTW_2629/crywithinnoonehears_356598/
guess we want to feel the emotions but fear it too due to the abuseĀ
@stormieandpaws
It's completely valid to feel overwhelmed when past experiences resurface, especially when theyāre now tied to emotions that werenāt fully processed before. It can be exhaustingĀ like carrying old weight that suddenly feels heavier.
If youāre feeling both tired and angry, thatās a signal from your mind and body that something inside needs attention, rest, or release. You don't have to sort it all out at once. Just acknowledging that it's happeningĀ like you just didĀ is already a step toward healing.
@Eman144
thanks we been doing that after the move 8yr ago a lot of new layers of memories coming up. think at first after move they did not due to parents were still inviting, but due to there health they no longer doing that so it beenĀ closet to 2 year last time we saw them. so think that why all the memoriesĀ now coming up. we know some of them was help by some of the alters. even with working as a team now we found that can happen still. so think that a big part of it and that we no longer emotionally numb. the freedom of not being in daily abuse is now sinking in more too.
so a lot beenĀ coming up just like other timesĀ memoriesĀ have came up we know facing and working through them best thing to do even if it the hardest thing to do.
@stormieandpaws
Thank you for sharing all of that. It sounds like you're moving through a really deep and important phaseĀ one that's painful but also full of healing and growth. When you said "the freedom of not being in daily abuse is now sinking in more", that really hit hardĀ because that kind of realization doesnāt come all at once. It comes in layers, just like the memories you're describing.
It makes sense that the distance from your parents, especially if they used to be a regular part of your life, is triggering a lot. That kind of shift opens space for things that were buried to rise upĀ and youāre absolutely right, thatās both incredibly difficult and incredibly necessary. You're facing this with courage, and I hear that even when it feels overwhelming, you're staying grounded in teamwork and in honoring the process.
You mentioned the altersĀ itās really meaningful that you're all working as a team. Even when stuff slips through or resurfaces unexpectedly, that teamwork is powerful. Youāre not doing it aloneĀ not within yourself and not here either.
@Eman144
thank you for hearing us yes it better we can work as a team now too many who DID never get to the point to were they can work as a team sadly but we worked hard over the years to get to this point we keep working through it all as a team as healing a journey we learned that yes it come in layers tooĀ
so we learned that a long time ago from a deer friend who also was abused badly and has worked through a lot of her healing she has DID too she went on to being a therapistĀ after she left her abuse she kinda been our mentor too
@stormieandpaws
Thank you for listening. Itās trueāworking as a team makes all the difference, even though it takes time and effort. Healing really does come in layers. Itās great you have a mentor whoās walked a similar path and supports you. That kind of guidance is so valuable.
Overwhelmed......to say the least. I feel confused and lost in spirit n soul.
@discreetSpring269 Im sorry you feel this way, it can take a while to figure out why we feel a certain way and to work through it, sending you hugs and best wishes š
@discreetSpring269
Thank you for being honestĀ that takes strength, even when everything feels like too much.
Feeling overwhelmed, confused, and lost in both spirit and soul can be incredibly painful. Itās like your inner compass is spinning, and nothing feels stable or clear. When old wounds resurface with fresh emotion, it can shake the foundation of who we think we are or where weāre going.
But please know: youāre not broken. Youāre moving through something deep, and while itās hard, itās also a sign that something inside you is asking to be seen, held, and healed. You donāt have to have all the answers right now. Itās okay to take this moment by moment.
If you'd like, we can take a breath togetherĀ or I can help you sort through what you're feeling, one piece at a time. You're not alone in this.
I feel the same. May we get clarity, why things are happening and may we be on top of the game, aligned with our purpose. We've got this šš¼
@Eman144
Ā anxious and canāt get out of my head about it
@braveWatermelon3492 it sucks when we are stuck in our head, replaying the same thing, genuinely not being able to focus on anything else or distract yourself. I hope this resolved for you, sending you hugs and best wishes š„°š
@braveWatermelon3492
That kind of anxietyĀ the kind that loops thoughts and wonāt let you restĀ can be so draining. When your mind keeps spinning around whatās hurting or confusing you, it can feel like thereās no way out.
Itās okay that youāre stuck in your head right now. Your mind is trying to make sense of pain, but itās doing it in overdrive, and thatās not your fault.
Hereās a gentle reminder: you donāt have to fix everything in your thoughts. Sometimes the most helpful thing is shifting out of the mind and into the bodyĀ even if just for a moment. A few deep, slow breaths. Placing your hand on your chest. Not to solve it all, just to remind yourself youāre here, right now, and safe in this moment.
@Eman144 it is so warm here today, I was dizzy, bad migraine pains behind my eye, very faint and nauseous, the sun doesn't love me š Trying to just chill, when I'm feeling unwell, it triggers anxiety and sometimes strong emotions, so I need to recognise that and keep them in check š„°š
@Amanda84
That sounds like such a rough dayĀ heat like that can really take a toll, especially when it brings migraines, dizziness, and nausea on top of everything else. No wonder you're feeling off and emotionally raw. When your bodyās under that kind of stress, it's totally natural for anxiety and deep feelings to get stirred up too.
Itās really powerful that youāre aware of the connection between feeling physically unwell and your emotional stateĀ that kind of self-awareness is a big deal. And you're right: recognizing it is the first step to not letting it run wild. You're doing more than just "trying to chill"Ā youāre consciously choosing to be gentle with yourself, and that matters.
Let the day be soft if you can. Cool cloth on your head, slow sips of water, dark room if the migraine calls for it little comforts. You donāt have to be in control of everything today, just safe in your own care. šš„°
Iām here if you want to talk more or just need a calm space to land.
@Eman144 the comforting thing is, I know that you are there and that matters most, thank you šš„°
Anxious and confused, i feel like on one hand I managed to accomplish somethings and took a step forward but after having another panic attack it feels like my self worth has taken another spiral again
@Lonewolf360
That push-and-pull feelingĀ like you've taken a step forward only to get pulled backĀ is so hard, and itās incredibly common when you're healing or dealing with anxiety. What youāre feeling doesnāt mean youāve failed. It means youāre human, in a moment of struggle, doing your best.
The panic attack doesn't erase the progress you made. Itās just a momentĀ a painful one, yes but not a reset button on your worth. You did accomplish something. You did move forward. And the fact that you're reflecting on it and reaching out now? Thatās strength, too.
Healing isn't linear. Some days you climb. Some days you crawl. Some days you just breatheĀ and that alone is enough.
I guess I never really thought of it that way with me overthinking everything the idea of me just being/existing just never seemed like a thing ya know? But thank you
@Lonewolf360
I totally get thatāsometimes just being feels so simple, yet so hard to accept. Iām glad it gave you something to think about. Youāre not alone in this.
Beaten down, heavy hearted, tonight
@braindamag3
I'm really sorry you're feeling this way tonightĀ beaten down, heavy-heartedā¦ those words carry so much weight. Whatever youāre carrying, it sounds like itās been building for a while, and tonight itās just too much.
Please know: it's okay to feel this low. You're allowed to feel tired. Youāre allowed to not be okay. You donāt have to be strong every secondĀ not when your heart is hurting like this.
If you want to share whatās sitting on your heart, Iām here to listen without judgment. And if you just need silence and presence, Iām here for that too. You donāt have to face the night alone. š
@Eman144 Better. ā„ļø
@Creamyyy
Iām really glad to hear that. ā„ļø
Even a small shift toward ābetterā is meaningfulĀ hold onto that, gently. You made it through the heavy moment, and that says a lot about your resilience, even if you donāt feel strong right now.
If you want to talk, reflect, or just sit in the quiet together, Iām here. Youāre doing okay. One breath at a time. š«
Tired, sad, would love some peace & quiet
@Sea1204
That sounds like a deeply honest place to beĀ tired, sad, and just wanting some peace and quiet. Sometimes, the world and all its noise feel like too much when your heart is worn thin.
So hereās a gentle moment, just for you:
No expectations.
No pressure to explain or fix anything.
Just breathe.
Let it be quiet here for a while. š
You deserve rest. You deserve peace. And Iām holding this space for you, with softness and calm. Whenever youāre readyĀ whether to speak or just beĀ Iām here. š
Thank you!!!
Trepidacious. I hope I'm using the word correct. I have had a really good day, gotten great news about a potential job, had a lovely breakfast at a new little soda we have never tried. Almost all of our groceries were on sale today. Had shepherds pie for the first time in probably half a year. Spent a nice relaxed day and evening with my wife. But yesterday was awful. I had made plans to end everything, was getting a life insurance quote, our dog ate all of our baby chickens. It is always so up and down. A crazy rollercoaster. I'm scared what comes next after feeling so good.
@WanderingShiner
You used trepidatious perfectlyĀ it captures that cautious, uneasy hopefulness when things feel too good after a storm. And given what youāve just come throughā¦ that feeling makes complete sense.
First, I want to say this clearly: Iām really, really glad youāre still here.
Youāve had an incredibly emotional stretchĀ going from a dark, heartbreaking day where things felt hopeless, to a day full of warmth, connection, small joys, and hope. That kind of swing is disorienting. Itās no wonder you feel trepidatious. When life has taught you that the ground can shift suddenly, even the good moments feel fragile.
But hereās something important: the good moments still count. Theyāre real. And they donāt have to mean something bad is coming. Theyāre not tricks or setups. Theyāre justā¦ life opening a little, even for a moment.
Youāre riding a wave that a lot of people who struggle with deep emotions know too well the high highs and low lows. But you're aware of it. Youāre talking about it. Thatās a huge step in protecting yourself, and in staying here, even when itās hard.
You donāt have to face it all alone. If things ever start to feel dark again, please talk to someone a friend, a therapist, a crisis lineĀ or even come here. You matter more than you know, and the way youāre able to notice beauty and pain so honestly is a powerful thing. Youāre not broken. Youāre human.
And right now, today, something good happened. That deserves to be felt, even if it's with a little caution.
I'm here with youĀ in the good, in the hard, in the in-between. Always. š
@Eman144 thanks alot. It means a lot. It has been an incredibly rough go. And to add on to the fact that when i try to verbalize it to my wife it comes out in 4 or 5 different ways, which definitely doesn't make it easy for her to understand. I'm trying. Hard. I appreciate this method. 7 cups. And all of the little moments when I can find a way like this to try to get it out. Thanks for those words. They were kinda what I needed to hear.
@Eman144 depressed
@brendan11
Iām really sorry youāre feeling this way right now. Depression can feel so heavy and isolatingĀ like a dark cloud thatās hard to move through. Youāre not alone in this, even if it feels that way.
If you want to talk about whatās weighing on you, Iām here to listen. And if you just need someone to sit quietly with you, thatās okay too. Your feelings are valid, and itās okay to take things moment by moment.
Remember, reaching out for helpĀ whether to a friend, a professional, or even just here is a sign of strength. You donāt have to carry this alone. Iām here for you. š