Breakups & Divorce Support Group
Just broke up with someone or in the midst of a difficult divorce? Breaking up is difficult no matter what the circumstances are. They say that time heals all wounds, but sometimes a listening ear or a hug can work wonders for the heart. Whether you need a place to vent, someone to hold you to No Contact, or need advice about what to do, we're here to help.
So often on here, people talk about how unhappy they are with the situation they're in.
If you probe a little deeper, the root of it lies in their self-image, or how they view themselves.
Too many of us look to others for personal validation. Yes, it's great if someone compliments you, or even if they're into the same things you are. But at the heart of it, it comes down to how we feel about ourselves.
It's not always easy to wake up and have warm and fuzzies about the face we see in the mirror. And I'm sure we could all think of a few things we'd like to change.
But this is the only -you- you've got. Why not embrace that?
Self-acceptance is so important, so vital to our personal well-being. Where does this idea that we can't be complete without someone else come in? It's so rampant, maybe it's something in the water? ;)
Basically, I'm just wondering what drives you at your core? And if you're not happy about yourself, why not? What can you do to make things better?
If you probe a little deeper, the root of it lies in their self-image, or how they view themselves.
Too many of us look to others for personal validation. Yes, it's great if someone compliments you, or even if they're into the same things you are. But at the heart of it, it comes down to how we feel about ourselves.
It's not always easy to wake up and have warm and fuzzies about the face we see in the mirror. And I'm sure we could all think of a few things we'd like to change.
But this is the only -you- you've got. Why not embrace that?
Self-acceptance is so important, so vital to our personal well-being. Where does this idea that we can't be complete without someone else come in? It's so rampant, maybe it's something in the water? ;)
Basically, I'm just wondering what drives you at your core? And if you're not happy about yourself, why not? What can you do to make things better?
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
A homework assignment I was given was to list 10 things I love about me. Then to choose 10 people and ask them to list 10 things they love about me! The jest of it was, the things I find enearing about me,, is almost to the T as to what they thought also! Makes you feel really good about yourself. Don't get me wrong,, I still have my moments, but for the most part, I feel as though I am doing ok,, and once again, I have to add also that I lay alot of that credit on you guys here on DS!
Love ya!
Jerrie
That is what I am working on, anyway.
I am confident, intelligent, respected, hard working and sincere. I make a good living. I enjoy being in my own company as much as being with others. I did not rely on him to "complete me."
I didn't long for gifts or thrills. When I wasn't working he loved the "please can I have a few dollars and the "yay thank you" when he gave it to me.
So I think my self esteem was part of what made him go out and look for someone else who does not have it.
Does that make sense? Maybe I'm off track. It has been a long day.