An acquaintance shared some screenshot memes yesterday of people’s Twitter posts. We all know what that’s like. Maybe something funny or political. However, this time, it gripped me with complete focus, and it was neither. My “Ahhhh!!” Moment I cannot begin to describe the relief this meme brought me! And you know what happened next? … Continue reading It’s Starting to Make Sense!
Tag: irrational
You Know What? I’m Absolutely Bitter!!!
I started listening to a new podcast series. A mama who also found her son dead like me. And it was over 13 years ago, so she has time and distance on her side as well. I’m really getting into the episodes. It’s helping with the messiness of grief, and trust me, there is a … Continue reading You Know What? I’m Absolutely Bitter!!!
Grief “Share” or Lack There Of
Why don’t I share openly about grief with my family? I feel like it’s something I’m doing in secret. The podcast I listen to only in my car alone, the social media comments/posts I do. It feels shameful or dark. Like I don’t want to drag anyone down with me, so distance is better. Just … Continue reading Grief “Share” or Lack There Of
Stumbling Through Grief
Recently I have been really pushing into my grief. When a negative shame script starts creeping into my mind, I’m able to pause the thought and funnel it through the lens of grieving. “What am I grieving over?” When I get angry at myself for not being able to take the kids outside when they … Continue reading Stumbling Through Grief
My Mental Swings and His Whiplash
Hubby and I have been deep in conversation surrounding my re-diagnosis of PTSD from a few weeks ago. In true fashion of self, I have been doing a deep dive into learning about it, coping with it, and learning how to heal from it. If I am anything, I am a fighter. I may feel … Continue reading My Mental Swings and His Whiplash
The Raw Truth – Part Three, of many
I spend time wondering if my ability to irrationally panic inside my brain, would be considered a “flashback” or if it’s just being irrational. Is it considered “expected”, given what I’ve been through? Will it ever get better? Cause it’d definitely gotten worse over the years. Here me out.... I have this unique super power … Continue reading The Raw Truth – Part Three, of many
Outnumbered Six to One 