I will say that healing is not a switch to be flicked, but a process (often painstakingly long). And one of the first steps in that process is being very realistic with ourselves about what problems we have, how they are affecting us, and where they come from. In this sense, talking about them is very relevant.
I’m angry all the time. I self destruct in terrible ways that only hurt myself and I’ll literally push my stress limits to the breaking point. Oh I also like to lash out randomly at strangers at the internet when I’m in a bad mood.
My therapist suggested a hobby. I started my YouTube channel back up and I’m trying to focus my energy on making positive content. It works and it keeps me from falling into the trappings I’ve found myself on the past.
My issue isn’t identifying my problems. My issue is finding someone I can trust to help me work through those problems. I’ve generally resolved every major conflict in my life alone so it’s difficult to work with someone else when I’m so used to doing it alone.
That really sucks… wish you got the support you deserved/hope you get the support you need…
I don’t know you as well as your therapist and it might sound kinda dumb, but have you tried anything like yoga? Even small things like passing a ball back and forth with someone can put you into your body and out of your mind, hopefully letting you relax a bit, which might help your mind on average be more calm.
I don’t have the full answer for you.
I will say that healing is not a switch to be flicked, but a process (often painstakingly long). And one of the first steps in that process is being very realistic with ourselves about what problems we have, how they are affecting us, and where they come from. In this sense, talking about them is very relevant.
I’m angry all the time. I self destruct in terrible ways that only hurt myself and I’ll literally push my stress limits to the breaking point. Oh I also like to lash out randomly at strangers at the internet when I’m in a bad mood.
My therapist suggested a hobby. I started my YouTube channel back up and I’m trying to focus my energy on making positive content. It works and it keeps me from falling into the trappings I’ve found myself on the past.
My issue isn’t identifying my problems. My issue is finding someone I can trust to help me work through those problems. I’ve generally resolved every major conflict in my life alone so it’s difficult to work with someone else when I’m so used to doing it alone.
That really sucks… wish you got the support you deserved/hope you get the support you need…
I don’t know you as well as your therapist and it might sound kinda dumb, but have you tried anything like yoga? Even small things like passing a ball back and forth with someone can put you into your body and out of your mind, hopefully letting you relax a bit, which might help your mind on average be more calm.