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Hi Emily ,

Thanks for your introduction and welcome to the group! I think you come across as very articulate actually. I know it's weird at first to open up about things, but I definitely don't subscribe to the "someone else has it worse" ideology. By that theory, you would never be allowed to feel good either because someone out there's bound to have it better.

It's okay that you've not been diagnosed with anything. A lot of our members have been and that could be just because they've not going to a psychologist or therapist about their concerns. Your issues are just as valid either way. Do you mind if I ask what you do for work? I know there are some professions and fields that are so stressful because your precision and skill has to be on point all the time. My brother is a lawyer and stresses constantly because one small mistake or oversight could cost him (and his client) the case.

I totally relate to the "I can't do it" mantra. Several times a day my brain is just like, I can't. I can't. I can't. My therapist has been trying to get me to refrain the thought with things like: This will be challenging. It's less self-defeating.

As for "baggage" from my past, I made several poor choices regarding sex and drugs and purposefully involving myself in situations where I wouldn't have the power to remove myself when I stopped liking what was happening.

I relate to this immensely. I'm actually in a situation now that sounds could be summarized by this single sentence. If you ever want to talk to someone who can relate, hit me up.

I'm happy to hear that you've found someone who is supportive and understanding. It's great that you're living in an alcohol-free, drug-free house now. I'm sure it makes such a difference in making better choices.

Definitely stop in when you have time. Respond to a Topic of the Week or complete a task here or there. It helps to be connected to a community of people who are unabashedly open. The people here have been more of a support system to me than a lot of people in my "real" life, so definitely utilize the resources.

Best,

Charlie


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