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Breath
Focus on breathing

Eat, drink, get groceries
Shower

Take small steps
Small actions are enough

You ARE moving forward
It IS okay if it is slow

Take courage
Be brave

Care for yourself
Care for the children

Somehow,
things WILL be okay
Somehow

#artastherapy #CPTSD #AbusiveRationships #ChronicIllness #GettingAwayFromAbuse #RoadToHealing

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Breath
Focus on breathing

Eat, drink, get groceries
Shower

Take small steps
Small actions are enough

You ARE moving forward
It IS okay if it is slow

Take courage
Be brave

Care for yourself
Care for the children

Somehow,
things WILL be okay
Somehow

#artastherapy #CPTSD #AbusiveRationships #ChronicIllness #GettingAwayFromAbuse #RoadToHealing

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There's nothing particularly significant about this painting, I just wanted to share something brighter in contrast to my recent posts. I started finger-painting in this sketchbook a couple years ago, and I've almost got it filled. I'm not technical, I'm not precise, I just do it by feel and to help my mind quiet down for a minute. Anyone else here who paints, draws, or does anything creative?

#MentalHealth #ADHD #Depression #Anxiety #ComplexPosttraumaticStressDisorder #Trauma #CheckInWithMe #AutismSpectrumDisorder #MightyTogether

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This morning was busy. I went crochery shopping. My husband took the car for wax shopping; honey season is just around the cornor.
The afternoon I'm at home on my own. My husband is at work - a workshop about time management.
Being on my own feels heavy.
These days I'm dealing with selfharm intensions a lot.
This on/off contact leaves me pretty insecure. Much space for fear to consume my mind.
It's beyond challanging to build containment on top of that old trauma fear.

I made it successfully through the day. (It's already evening in Germany.)

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This morning was busy. I went crochery shopping. My husband took the car for wax shopping; honey season is just around the cornor.
The afternoon I'm at home on my own. My husband is at work - a workshop about time management.
Being on my own feels heavy.
These days I'm dealing with selfharm intensions a lot.
This on/off contact leaves me pretty insecure. Much space for fear to consume my mind.
It's beyond challanging to build containment on top of that old trauma fear.

I made it successfully through the day. (It's already evening in Germany.)

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Does anyone know of any apps or sites similar to The Mighty? I don't really use any other social media, but I'm curious to know if more sites like this exist. Seems like there are very few of us who are here regularly. Thoughts?

#MentalHealth #Depression #ADHD #ComplexPosttraumaticStressDisorder #PTSD #AutismSpectrumDisorder #Anxiety #Loneliness

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What positive coping strategy has been helping you most lately?

Hi Mighties! 🌱

It’s been a bit of a tough few weeks for my brain. I’ve been taking in a lot of new information, carrying an increased load of responsibilities, adjusting to the seasonal shift (I tend to experience seasonal depression in the warmer months), and my birthday is coming up. None of these things are inherently negative, but they’ve felt overwhelming nonetheless.

I’m learning how to take better care of myself, especially since I haven’t been prioritizing it lately, which led to a panic attack this past weekend. I’m trying to incorporate more “me time” in ways that don’t feel like added chores. Lately, that’s looked like reading more and rewatching my favorite shows and cartoons.

What positive coping strategies have been helping you feel more balanced or manage your symptoms lately?

Please feel free to share below! 💡

#BipolarDepression #BipolarDisorder #PTSD #ComplexPosttraumaticStressDisorder #Schizophrenia #ADHD #Parenting #ChronicIllness #SchizoaffectiveDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Anxiety #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #Depression #MentalHealth #Selfcare #EatingDisorders #CheckInWithMe #CheerMeOn

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This is Cookie. She's a wild bunny that my mother rescued as a newborn. Feeding her some flowers and wondering... have you eaten today? Have you had some water? Have you taken your medication(s)? Just a friendly reminder to check in with yourself and listen to your needs today. Hope you're doing well out there 💜

#MentalHealth #Anxiety #Depression #ADHD #AutismSpectrumDisorder #GeneralizedAnxietyDisorder #ComplexPosttraumaticStressDisorder #Trauma #Caregiving #MightyTogether #CheckInWithMe

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