What has been eating away at you?

if you and your partner are clashing keep it away from the kids they’re not your emotional punching bags find a private room take a walk yell at the moon if you have to just not in front of little ears that are still figuring out the world.

i was once a top performer respected and trusted until management changed since then ive been demoted injured ignored and accused of things i didnt do hr turned its back a toxic coworker keeps coming after me my work gets harder my voice unheard still one of their best workers but treated like the enemy its exhausting

Constantly fighting is exhausting because it drains your energy, takes a toll on your mental and emotional well-being, and leaves little room for peace or growth. When you're always in conflict, your mind is constantly on high alert, which can lead to stress and fatigue. Over time, this persistent struggle can cause burnout, where you're physically and emotionally drained, feeling overwhelmed and unable to sustain the fight anymore. Taking breaks and finding ways to resolve conflicts peacefully is essential to preserving your strength and well-being.

I think we both got very carried away in the heat of anger in this nearly decade long war of wills. But honestly, I believe the real reason you're upset is because you realized I've found effective ways to fight back against impossible odds. That challenged your expectations and perhaps threatened your sense of control, and ultimately, you still seem to be seeking vengeance despite those words.

Absolutely. Nobody is obligated to tolerate abuse because everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity. Abuse—whether physical, emotional, verbal, or psychological—is unacceptable and violates basic human rights. No one should feel compelled to endure harmful behavior simply because of social, cultural, or personal pressures.

Fighting back or defending oneself is not only justified but often necessary for self-protection and maintaining personal boundaries. The key is that responses should be proportionate to the situation—meaning that retaliation or resistance should be within reasonable limits and not escalate beyond what is necessary to protect oneself. This approach ensures that self-defense remains justified and avoids unnecessary harm or retaliation that could be considered beyond the appropriate response.

In summary, everyone has the right to stand up against abuse and defend themselves, provided their actions are within reasonable limits, to promote safety and uphold personal dignity.

I'm so sick of being on a diet. 400 pounds feels like a constant reminder of my failures. But I'm not giving up. I'm taking control, one small step at a time. I'm learning to love myself, flaws and all.
I am more than my weight.
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I miss her

i dont know i feel like im doing everuthing wrong like holy hsit why is life so hard i feel like im so attached to things that are already gone and i have no energy left to keep the old things like fucking hell i wish life was easier

someone get me a fucking blade im so paranoid being clean for a month straight this is killing me

my friend says she feels disconnected and wants a one on one dinner with me before she can decide if she’s okay attending my birthday party

ive been talking about this milestone birthday for weeks and she even offered to help but now suddenly it’s a whole friendship test
i told her gently i don’t have time for extra plans right now and was surprised she’d put conditions on coming

she replied saying i didn’t leave room for her feelings and that we’re in different places so she’s stepping back

happy birthday to me i guess