In Perpetual Pursuit

IT IS OK TO SET BOUNDARIES WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO BE THE BEST VERSION OF YOU. It is OK to say no to things that are overwhelming or 'too much" for you. It is OK to protect your mental health and wellbeing fiercely. You deserve to be healthy, mind-body-spirit. Remember: guilt is "I did something bad" and shame is "I AM bad." You are NOT a bad human for making an adoption plan... You are a loving and caring human, capable of great love (because without the capacity for great love, we would not grieve so deeply) Saying NO to something that is not part of your core values or desires on how you wish your life..is OK. When someone else places guilt (or shame) on you for sticking to your boundaries, that is a reflection on them and their own insecurities. Delete the texts that you ruminate in that make you feel you are not enough. Love yourself enough to walk out on an event or person when they cross the boundary you have set. ...

Here I am at my most vulnerable.  This is my truth, and it was my reality.  And sharing certainly is scary.  With much courage, here is what I refused to talk to most people about for the past year.  Thank you to those who know my story and have supported me, and thank you to those who have encouraged me to share it. My Story On September 1, 2015 I  waited 10 minutes after the garage door closed and called my dad.  "Today is the day, Dad." And then I pulled out my gun, loaded it, and had it with me until I had men in the house with me that I knew could keep me safe. I called, texted and facebook messaged everyone I knew and could trust. The message went something like this: Hi! I am so sorry to bother you. I am really embarrassed, but I need help.  I have found myself in an abusive relationship and I have to move out.  Today. While he is at work.  He can't know I'm leaving. I was wondering if you could help me. If you can, the ad...