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"Why bother?" What can we do when we are stuck?
Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Jun 20, 2022 | Replies (103)Comment receiving replies
@merpreb Hardly ever. It was directed at me when I arrived for a community event at the complex. I ignored it and it got worse. I assertively clarified and the harassment continued. I then realized it was pointless. I took the bait and gave them my joy by being like them. Middle school stuff that hit a nerve. I know better than to take the bait which is what has me upset. I know better. I briefly lowered myself to their level. Apartment living can be ugly at times. Just dumb stuff. They are bullies. I am upset for giving them my power!
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@parus Ah, but the thing is you didn't give them your power! You set the story straight from where you stand. If they choose not to honor the truth that is their issue. Even though it was directed at you and about you, because you stated what you needed to and then walked, away you actually kept your power. Please acknowledge that in yourself! You're strong and we're here for you.
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@parus- I've been there myself, more than once. This is very difficult, I know. Falling back into old habits can really set me off too. Well, it's over now. They heard what you had to say to set the story straight. Now it's time to let it go. They were the idiots, at least you realized it was pointless.