Tag: vulnerability
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ASL Journey
I have mentioned I’m working on learning ASL. I thought it might be fun to share how I’m doing with this. There is also the disturbing thing I want to share with you. Did you know 90% of parents who have a deaf child do not bother to learn ASL? Talk about isolating to put…
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When Talking Takes Everything—And Silence Gives it Back
I spent years performing speech that drained me—now I’ve unmasked the truth. Talking isn’t connection for me—it’s exhaustion, confusion, and finally… freedom
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Simple Joy and Life
Describe one simple thing you do that brings joy to your life. This one is pretty easy for me to describe. It is actually this site. I get to be me without apology and as I learn what masks I’ve worn I get to share that. My site is totally based on what chaos it…
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Acceptance for the First Time
What I look forward to is acceptance because of what it leads to. This is one of my heavier posts, I talk about how lack of acceptance has lead to abuse, mental health problems, people pleasing and the dangers there. I also talk about a group of people have shown me what acceptance really is.
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Friendship Exposes the Danger of a Predator
I trusted a friend with my struggles, seeking connection and understanding. Instead, I uncovered manipulation, dismissal, and danger—the predator hiding behind the mask of friendship. This is a story of betrayal, broken boundaries, and survival—a cautionary tale about friendship turned harmful.
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Mindful Moments: How Journaling Reduces Stress
The author reflects on their transformative journey with journaling, highlighting its power as a tool for self-expression and healing. Past emotional abuse, particularly from a parent who invaded their privacy, shaped their view of journaling as unsafe. Now embracing this practice, they find clarity, connection, and a path towards understanding their emotions and experiences recognizing…
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Unmasking Carefully: Navigating Trust and Vulnerability in Autism
The journey of self-discovery post-autism diagnosis involves uncovering realizations and navigating masking. This process can be challenging, requiring emotional support from qualified therapists. Recognizing differences in processing information, particularly in social interactions and sensory experiences, is essential. Embracing these discoveries facilitates personal acceptance and fosters healthier relationships built on trust and communication.
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Unmasking the Invisible Struggle
This was the first song I hear today when I turned on Spotify. I had never heard it before, or even heard of the artist. However every word was an echo of my own thoughts. Every single word. I hide from the few people left in my life how I truly feel. To say today…
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Understanding Intimacy in Relationships
Ok so you get two for one today. This one is about a specific topic. Intimacy in a romantic relationship. I am going to need you to stay with me on this one. The example I will be using is a hot button topic but perfect for my needs today. I am actually going to…
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