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Old Apr 05, 2014, 05:00 PM
qwinkadink qwinkadink is offline
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Member Since: Apr 2014
Location: North Carolina
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Originally Posted by brainhi View Post
Wow! At least you are reaching out to get help and support. I'm still learning about being an ACOA...I see you expressed all those achievements..I believe that is one of the things that comes from being in that atmosphere - I understand many times ACOAs can be so loyal and high achieving - I believe that is good and bad...your parents do not recognize the achievements but other do. I'm in an occupation where I'm still rescuing and where I am most comfortable. I'm still learning too...good luck.
I too am just learning about ACoA... I purchased the book 2 years ago, and immediately shoved it in a closet... I was in denial, and feeling guilty about thinking what an unsupportive daughter I am to not just be thankful for at the very least keeping me alive...but it's all part of the beast, ya know... you keep their secrets, you maintain this image... The book is now in a box in my storage unit and I am counting down the days to be moved into our home so I can finally face my fears... I am ready for the battle- I am ready for relief...
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I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain.
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