Traumatic Experiences Community Daily Check-in Thursday 15 March 2018
Hello lovely "trauma family"
And my apologies for being so late. Going to keep it simple and have fun with some colour. I came across these words recently and thought I would share them with you today.
Thanks to those who loved me, you made my heart grow fonder.
Thanks to those who hated me, you made me stronger.
Thanks to those who cared, you made me feel important.
Thanks to those who entered into my life, you made me who I am today.
Thanks to those who left, you showed me that nothing lasts forever.
Thanks to those who stayed, you showed me true friendships.
Thanks to those who listened, you made me like I was worth it.
How are you doing? Whats you favourite colour? Mine is green. Do any of these lines speak to you today? Or pop in to say hi! You're welcome here. This is your space and a safe place. x
@rozie
Maroon is my favorite color. blood red
I think about death a lot lately. It's very prevalent in my life right now. A death during midterms, death during finals, death on my birthday, and coming full circle, another death during midterms, topped off with another death on PI day.
Linking all these deaths together is my continued questioning as to the point of all this trying.
I'm sorry for my lack of positivity. It is not here today.
@humorousBeing8966
Its good to have you here with us and itts ok to be just how you are. Sounds really hard for you to have had so many deaths over this time. Please get the support you need to get through.
Sometimes there doesn't seem to be much to be positive about. And there is no requirement to be upbeat and positive when we're not. Just knowing that others are here with us means we are not alone,and as @purpleWest said there is a shield of hope support and love that encompasses us. x
@rozie
I picked a major where people die young - due to stress, bad habits, or lack of opportunities I don't know. ]
I kind of wish it'll happen soon to me
Some job prospects do excite me sometimes though but getting the job doesn't seem plausible.
@humorousBeing8966
I am sorry that you have been surrounded by so much loss lately. Thinking about the limited amount of time we have is not inherently negative. For some, the fear of death paralyzing people so they are unable to fully enjoy life. For others they are simply focused so intently on dying that they miss all of those little moments that comprise our lives in between.
I share your feelings of loss concerning Stephen Hawking (if that is the individual you were referring to on Pi day). I also am in awe of his will to live and contribute until that moment arrived. He faced his physical suffering with great courage. He will be missed.
I am certain that the other losses you have experienced have impacted you in many ways. If you find yourself need to speak with someone, please do not hesitate to ask.
Remember, we are here for you. 💛
@rozie
Rozie thank you for this check in. Colors make my moods at times. I like purple
@RumpleSteeleSkin
Thank you and good to have you here with me... wasn't sure who was on today.. let's be in touch for next time. x
@rozie
Rozie hi sure will. It was silly cra-cra yesterday. 
@rozie
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Those words are so true of all my 7cups family
@scarletPear1945
HIya Pear-yea those words are good for everyone I say
Those words are so true of all my 7cups family
@rozie Green is also my favorite color. I take much comfort in it. The last of the lines speaks to me, for I often feel left out or in the shadows. I
Today I feel solemn, like a part of me recognizes another part has gone far away and for good. A part that I cherished is now lost.
@brightTree5008
Hi Bright good to see you todayGreen is a pretty color. And yes I agree it does kinda bring comfort too. aahh feeling left out in the shadows or ignored isn't a good feeling to go through. Can I ask- are there things around you having you feel this way or is it more internal? Losing self isn't a goof feeling, Especially losing a good part as you mentioned. Im sorry Bright you are feeling this way. I do hope you find something that can help you find this precious part you lost hugs
@RumpleSteeleSkin
Hi Rumple, thank you for your warm-hearted reply; you brought me a sense of inclusion which means a lot to me right now.
To answer your question, I'm a bit disassociated at work by my peers. It's silly to me and the fact that they've started doing this is unprofessional. I try not to let it bother me, but it hurts. Being left out always hurts.
I used to be so happy, so driven and motivated. Where has that person gone? Is she gone forever?
@rozie Hi it's Teresa and now I'm checking in.
I'm not feeling really well but doing the best I can. My favourite colour is blue. but I love pink and green also.
Actually I don't want anyone except my psychologist talk how I'm doing with my traumatic experience. I don't want to share what's I experienced in detail to others. Maybe it's because I don't want to hear inresponsible words from strangers. I don't want to be said something like " So you are now on the stage of grief now" just because I feel like being mocked and feel if I was not a survivor of crime, I wouldn't be said something stupid from others. That's why I take PE therapy but I don't want to share my trauma to others.
I hope everyone in this community would find something good and comfortable today.
@rozie - Hi. Today is the usual 2/10 on the wellness scale. Just holding on. I'm so good at holding on, I might do it the rest of my life and that frustrates and frightens me. Whee. My favorite color is dark blue-green, like this one with more blue.
@wontsleepwontwake
Hi.. its good to have you here today. And to hear you're holding on ... that's quite something at times and to know you are good at this. .. that's a strength you have. Hoping that it will become easier for you.. and we are with you.. x
@rozie
Hi
Fav colour is maroon.
@honestLand773
Hi! good to have you here with us today. I think maroon is a beautiful colour.. x
@rozie do you have stuff like this often?
Sorry
@honestLand773
A warm welcome to you! Do you mean the check in? There is one each day that you can read and post on if you want to. Lots orf resources here too. Suggest you have a look around. x
I'm completely lost at the moment. The color for that would be a colorless mix of translucence and opacity. Just gone.
I love all colors. Key favorites include purple (espec heliotrope and periwinkle), cobalt blue, green and teal/aqua.
@SpruceRaven
Hi Raven, those key favorite colours strike me as being strong and clear and vibrant. Hoping that you will soon be a little less lost and able to enjoy these beautiful colors that are all around in nature.. the purples, the greens, the teals, and the blues. Thinking of you .x