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May 22, 2009, 07:10 PM
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.... that my feelings are actually valid?
 That it doesn't make me a bad/weak/horrible (insert insult of choice) person to be triggered and sad because close forum friends, on another forum, are close to suicide, and that I feel helpless? From a life of invalidation.... crunching eggshells underfoot..
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May 22, 2009, 07:15 PM
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((((((((fuzzybear)))))))))
Of COURSE your feelings are valid! You are having what my counsellor calls an "emotionally appropriate" reaction to a difficult situation. It hurts, but it's supposed to, and in the long run it's a good sign that you're acknowledging that. Have some hugs to make you feel better.  
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May 22, 2009, 07:24 PM
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I think that makes you a NORMAL person. Caring about other and being upset when friends are hurting is a normal healthy part of life. Yes you are VALIDATED!!
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