abuse and the process of healing

[SplendidTree]

Praying for you Colleen.

 

[Colleen1]

Praying for you Colleen.

Thanks, it's greatly appreciated. Take care.

 

[Colleen1]

The last few days have been a roller coaster of emotion but tonight I can see rays of light and experience God's grace in uncertainty. Take care everyone. I'll be praying.

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YouTube - ‪Laura Story - I think of You‬‏

 

[Colleen1]

What more can be said when we lose our way.....
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YouTube - ‪Your Hands - JJ Heller‬‏

 

[SplendidTree]

The healing process is proving rather difficult lately. Every time it seems easier it gets harder.

 

[Colleen1]

The healing process is proving rather difficult lately. Every time it seems easier it gets harder.

I'm sorry to hear you're having a difficult time. If you need someone to listen or to just chat with to get your mind off things I don't mind. Feel free to reply or pm me any time.

 

[Colleen1]

I found this song comforting. I hope you find it comforting as well. Take care.
YouTube - ‪JJ Heller - Love Me‬‏
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[Johnnz]

Healing can resurrect past memories and pain, long hidden or suppressed. Sometimes it seems it's easier to stop and pretend they aren't there. Supportive, sensitive people can help you through those times.

John
NZ

 

[Colleen1]

Well, this is how I'm feeling today.

I just can't take the world some days. It's too much.
At least I can manage a hint of humor about the situation.

 

[Colleen1]

Well, the hint of humor is gone this afternoon. The truth is that there has been significant progress and 3 major battles won in regards to formal dealings with abuse issues, etc. more than most would have thought possible. I decided I would celebrate these mile stones despite the long haul still ahead. However, this afternoon I was quickly reminded of the ongoing issues. Yet another task to do added to the already existing pile and I start feeling overwhelmed, frustrated and that it's impossible to contend with. Dealing with people regardless of whether it's the abusers, people who don't understand or professionals who can be unaware / difficult can dredge up feelings of being abused all over again. I need to remember that God is here, cares and sees the mess and is bigger than all of it. Today I decided it was one of those days to concentrate on emotional comfort rather than cleaning my home and grueling paper work. 'Stop the world and let me off!!!!!'

 

[cweinstein]

The healing process is proving rather difficult lately. Every time it seems easier it gets harder.

I totally understand that, as I am going through the same thing. My healing process has had a lot of ups and downs lately, sometimes even during the same day. You have been through the worst, and you will get through this, and become even stronger. And you are not alone. I am here for you. PM me if you need to.

 

[cweinstein]

This morning my mother died. Needless to say it creates a lot of conflicting emotions.

Life has problems and pain. This I can manage. It's the unnecessary nonsense I can't stomach. Nonsense like gossip, meddling, pretense, lies.... It's poison and pointless. __________________

I am so sorry about your mom, and everything you are going through. I lost my mom before I left my abuser. Losing her and how I was treated upon returning "home" after the funeral opened my eyes and I started to see the abuse. I am praying for you.

 

[Colleen1]

I am so sorry about your mom, and everything you are going through. I lost my mom before I left my abuser. Losing her and how I was treated upon returning "home" after the funeral opened my eyes and I started to see the abuse. I am praying for you.

Thanks, your kindness is greatly appreciated. I'm sorry to hear you are going through a difficult time. I too have gone through an abusive relationship not just family abuse. I've had some grueling days and still have some to go throw but it's gotten better. I'm able to see throw to the other side of the mire most days now but still have tough things to overcome. I don't mind listening if you need an ear. I don't mind being with people and difficult feelings. I'll be praying and thanks again.

 

[cweinstein]

Thanks, your kindness is greatly appreciated. I'm sorry to hear you are going through a difficult time. I too have gone through an abusive relationship not just family abuse. I've had some grueling days and still have some to go throw but it's gotten better. I'm able to see throw to the other side of the mire most days now but still have tough things to overcome. I don't mind listening if you need an ear. I don't mind being with people and difficult feelings. I'll be praying and thanks again.

Thank you. I too still have tough things to overcome. Shortly after leaving my ex I was diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder. I am doing much better, but I can still have severe anxiety. I am glad I found this forum.

 

[Colleen1]

Thank you. I too still have tough things to overcome. Shortly after leaving my ex I was diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder. I am doing much better, but I can still have severe anxiety. I am glad I found this forum.

I'm glad you feel comfortable here. It's nice to have a safe place just to hang out at or simply say 'my day isn't going well'. I don't mind listening or just chatting if you want to get your mind off of things. I've been late in replying to some people because I've needed to take a break from the world. I think you know what I mean. Too many barbs to deal with some times. I think helping one another is a good thing. Take care.

 

[cweinstein]

I'm glad you feel comfortable here. It's nice to have a safe place just to hang out at or simply say 'my day isn't going well'. I don't mind listening or just chatting if you want to get your mind off of things. I've been late in replying to some people because I've needed to take a break from the world. I think you know what I mean. Too many barbs to deal with some times. I think helping one another is a good thing. Take care.

Thank you. And yes, I know what you mean. It is very good to help one another. I have a quote I think fits here quite well:

"Employ your power for peace, your wisdom to reconcile, your knowledge to open horizons, your compassion to heal, your very weakness to give strength. Remember, your most precious possession is yourself. Give it away, lavishly."

I don't mind listening or just chatting as well. When I have a bad day sometimes it does help too have somebody to listen, or just to chat with to help get my mind off things.

 

[Colleen1]

Thank you. And yes, I know what you mean. It is very good to help one another. I have a quote I think fits here quite well:

"Employ your power for peace, your wisdom to reconcile, your knowledge to open horizons, your compassion to heal, your very weakness to give strength. Remember, your most precious possession is yourself. Give it away, lavishly."

I don't mind listening or just chatting as well. When I have a bad day sometimes it does help too have somebody to listen, or just to chat with to help get my mind off things.

I like your quote. Some times a good quote can get me through a tough time. Some times I pin one to the fridge so I see it through out the day. Something I need to keep in mind or something that I'm learning.

 

[cweinstein]

I like your quote. Some times a good quote can get me through a tough time. Some times I pin one to the fridge so I see it through out the day. Something I need to keep in mind or something that I'm learning.

That's a good idea, I may try that today. I am not having a good day.

 

[Colleen1]

That's a good idea, I may try that today. I am not having a good day.

I'm glad you had a good day. I'm sorry for replying late. I'm not getting my email notices. Any way. It feels great to be able to say I'm having a good day. I'm happy for you. I'm feeling the strain but holding up.

 

[Colleen1]

I'm feeling overwhelmed.