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Aug 03, 2016, 05:52 PM
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Hey there bipolar family,
Have you ever had episodes where you beat yourself up? Like say the most horrible things to yourself, and wallow in it and cry? I just went through that. It was a very short episode (thank god) but it hurt like hell and was so painful. Each tear felt like knives against my face. So what did I do? I took a long shower. I changed my clothes and threw the other clothes in the washer and started cleaning up my space. I also found some wonderful lotion from Bath and Body Works and lathered myself up in it after the shower. Now I smell like a Vanilla Bean  Now that my space is somewhat clean, I lit some Tibetan incense and am listening to the Nature Sounds and music station on Pandora. I guess the point is, if you are doing a number on yourself. Try to stop what you are doing. Just stop. Or force yourself to. Then do something you love. Whether it be reading, writing, watching a favorite tv show. Mine would be taking a shower because I love being immersed by water. Oh and I re-read some positive affirmations I posted on here a little while ago. There is hope. Don't despair. I still don't love myself, but at least I am not talking down to myself or beating myself up anymore. Hugs. 
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#2
Aug 03, 2016, 06:00 PM
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I can smell the vanilla bean scent as I read!
 Congrats to you! Nice job! WC |
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Aug 03, 2016, 06:00 PM
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Thanks for sharing....great advise!! HUGS
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Aug 03, 2016, 06:35 PM
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Thank you for sharing.
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Aug 03, 2016, 07:12 PM
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Thank you for this. I beat myself up a lot and struggle with a lot of self-esteem issues, so I can definitely relate. Taking a shower or bath and putting on some favorite lotion and lighting candles/incense are all things I do too
In fact, I use vanilla lotion too....including the one at Bath and Body Works! I feel that I need to start reading more positive affirmations again. I really like reading quotes and looking on Pinterest for some for inspiration.
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Aug 03, 2016, 07:36 PM
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Thank you for this, something I needed to read tonight. And I'm glad I'm not the only one who takes long showers to calm down.
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