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The movie Finding Dory inspired me.

iggy_pink
iggy_pink

I can certainly relate to this movie since i am also forgetful most of the time. 110% of the time im like Dory. It is hard for me to trust myself because i often forget things. My short term memory is really affected. maybe because of anxiety and depression. I couldnt muster my guts to work because in nursing you need to be alert. i just felt disorganized. i wish my forgetfulness would vanish but i dont think so. this has long been my problem. i condemn myself, label myself and look down on myself as if i am dumb. It really felt bad. I dont have a career. it sucks.Irealize i should apporach this the other way. I should be kind to myself and not condemn myself. When i forgot something i should smile at the mind. And say: "it is ok, one at a time and move on."  I will try this apporach and see if there's an improvement.


This inspired me because dory was brave. She does things on an instant. She didtn plan things.  She doesnt give a damn and she doesnt have issues. She doesnt creat a problem that it isnt there. There was a part there when marlin says, forgetting is waht you do best. She was hurt but she just brushed it off. Despite her disability, she was able to find her parents all by herself. I'd like to be dory. She accepted herself and her disability. it could be frustrating at times but it is also somethign that can be accepted. 

CityandColour
CityandColour
I'm glad that this movie inspired you and connected to you on another level. Reguarding your memory loss could this be a symptom of an underlying condition? the reason i ask is because my friend suffered with memory loss and it was found that she has really bad anaemia, now that the anaemia is being treated she is feeling so much better and no longer struggles with memory loss. I hope this is the case for you!
lighttheway
lighttheway
I havent seen the movie yet,but have heard good things about it.Hope I can see it soon.Wish I could be more accepting of my disabilities .Its hard to put the smile on everyday,but worth it,if u can.Maybe hget a full physical and make sure nothing else is going on to cause your symptoms.i have thyroid problems and that can leave my head in a huge fog where I am constantly forgetting things..Good luck to you,,:)
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