My brain and I are fighting, and I think I’m losing.
Today was one of those hard days with my brain where the twitchiness would not stop.
I tried smelling my lotions, eating Chewy Sprees, drinking herbal tea … to no avail.
The despair and anxiety just perseveres against my efforts.
Finally, I took a shower, and still no change.
I’m arguing with my brain again, my brain that thinks I’m unworthy.
We’re at a stalemate, me and my brain.
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sorry you’re struggling it’s been a really painful day for me too..lotsa love xo
(((hugs))) sorry to hear this too, buck xxx
thank you xo
You are so very welcome!
xo
I know, I can see we’re both struggling … Crapa Lapa, huh? Hang in there, and I’ll do the same!
ya crapa lapa!! i love it! we will hang together (in a good way) and get through it!! xo
I have a tendency to make up phrases! It’s a condition I’ve had since childhood! lol
i love it!
I know this fight all too well. (hugs)
I understand. Hope your brain gives you some peace today. I guess it is full of those messages from the abusers… from the past. It churns them out automatically from time to time. Still your friends here can help you fight it: you’re not unworthy far from it. You’re very much needed and loved here B xxx
Thank you, Bourbon. I love your unending support.
Keep on fighting xx
Working on it! 🙂
Ah… the endless dichotomy. UGH. 😦