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I am a person who seeks to understand and assist others of all faiths, ethnicities, and genders; regardless of what their individual needs may be. I do my best to provide a judgment free zone for members to vent frustrations, discuss various issues they are having, or simply engage in casual chat.

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Overcoming Substance Abuse - Tolerance Is Not The Answer
Addiction Support / by Understandingempath
Last post
 April 15th, 2023
...See more Good day everyone. I rarely ever post in this forum, however after spending the past eight months in the Los Angeles area I have noticed many troubling events in regards to the substance abuse epidemic. I would like to address that I am. a firm supporter of substance abuse recovery;having witnessed wonderful results for several who have journeyed through such programs with the true intentions of breaking their habits. What truly disturbs me about Los Angeles in particular is the blatant disregard and what seems like general condoning of substance abuse is how frequently individuals can be witnessed in public alongthesidewalks and in parks around children actively using substances such as methamphetamines and fentanyl. Police do not get involved and most often private security are the ones to engage typically only if the abuser is acting hostile. Narcan is readily available in various areas throughout Los Angeles and it's difficult walking around downtown without being asked if you have or if you want fentanyl. In addition to this is the crude behavior of those who publicly abuse such substances around children without any consideration. It is truly a sad sight and honestly more needs to be done to address these issues. Tolerance which is what I have seen much of is definitely not working.
Trauma Support Community Check-In Wed May 19- Thurs May 20, 2021
Trauma Support / by Understandingempath
Last post
 May 24th, 2021
...See more Good morning everyone! The topic for today's check-in is familial bonding. For survivors of trauma inducing experiences this can be incredibly difficult and painful. Many of us have lost family here, eventually we lose touch with all of them. This is a most difficult truth, but that does not mean we cannot connect with them by honoring all of those we have lost. We honor them when we show that we can still cling to life and truly enjoy all it has to offer. Seeing the light hidden in the darkness is sometimes the only thing that keeps us going as a whole. For so long I've looked at our species as a whole trying to break it down in my head just what drives our core motivations. Where does this desire to feed on others tragedy come from. People eat the news up and relish in the animosity it creates while telling you to take your medicine at the same time. I see so many people struggling in the darkness, clinging to whatever olive branch they can find for stability. It is in burying these grudges and dropping these stones that we truly excel in life. This isn't an easy path and I would be lying if I said it was. The path of least resistance is the path with no change just accepting the world as it is. The path in the face of adversity my friends, is the one with the most positive change. I have personally put my entire focus on family as of late. Where I once saw character flaws I am now seeing that children never fully mature and are simply kids in older bodies. Kids make mistakes, lots of them. The ability to grow from those mistakes together and ensure we aren't handing future generations a raw deal is a responsibility we all carry together. We do this by strengthening what family we do have left. I do it by trying to pull all of my family together despite their differences. Each person forges their own destiny based on their decisions. Sometimes sharing how we truly feel in a way that is not leading to conflict bears more fruitful results. We never know until we try. I ask of you the following three questions: 1. How are you feeling today truly? 2. Who do you go to for support when all seems lost? 3. Why do you go to them? Cherish all who sacrifice to support you. As always, may today be better than yesterday, in hopes of a better and brighter tomorrow! [edited by @hopebeyondpain to increase font size and format into paragraphs for easier reading] @adaptableLake3534 @adequatelyInadequate @adventurousBranch3786 @Amelia2324 @AstronomySkies @AveryLove @BeenAKiwi @BillyJoeBobb @blueScarf9326 @BrokenDreamsPalace @BrokenMedic @CaptainTrev @CaringBrit @clare7199 @Colorfulcatsofhope @communicativeYard2325 @CoolBeans29 @crimsonLime6525 @crxxtvfl0w @depressedsatellite1452 @DinaElwy @domesticEmerald50s @emylly @Feathersfall @FigureskatingEquestrian @Fireskye13 @Fleggles @Gagaintheroom @gentleLand5245 @Ghxstie @goldenSpruce1512 @Grandmaof10 @gregariousBeing5071 @Grits1910 @hillsideblues @honestpanda81 @HonestWarrior6624 @HopeNChayil @HumanPersonThingy @Hydrangea03 @InfinityandBeyond23 @Itisbailey @jovialButterfly6752 @jr50 @jupitermatilde @JustSmilingThruHell @Kekesea11 @Kickiree @Kimmkimm @LightofWorld @Lilly28 @lionsaether @littleHuman9247 @littleOtter1342 @lovehummingbirdsCindy @LovelyOrangeJuice @lowkeyem1001 @Lubo123 @Luchelle @maya6548 @Mellietronx @mkaitx @MVObserver @mytwistedsoul @navyMango2804 @neatBlueberry3608 @neonDog3649 @neonOwl3442 @NevaehRose @Nolanhm @NoneTheWiser @nonethewiser @notmyselftoday @npos25 @oceancruiser48 @OffDutySeraph @OneWithSugar @ottersngiggles @Parvlakin @pencilmarks @Pidgeymon @PinkestOctopus @politeBunny7572 @purpleWheel873 @QuietLotus @rainbow3140 @Randomperson453 @RansviewTheWizard @ReallyRuth @Rebekahwriter13 @Redhawk6547 @redmark @Rosa9570 @SarahAlaina15 @scarletPear1945 @selfdisciplinedTiger5523 @sensitiveShade5337 @shiningDay80 @Silverviolets @sleepingd0gg0 @SnippyHam @sofiamartino18 @SoulSupporter102 @stickercollection @Summer899 @SynSavory @Taylorz27 @tealOak8933 @The0Vetoed0System @TheFisherKing @ThisIsLogan @ThreadbareThinker @TransparentPuzzle @Turtlegrrrl8 @u1146 @Understandingempath @UndomesticGoddess @uniqueDaisy @Verysadperson101 @WarriorHeartsSystem @weepingwillow5489 @WelcomeToChat @Worrior22Warrior @Writersworld
Determination and How It Relates To Our Struggles
Trauma Support / by Understandingempath
Last post
 April 24th, 2021
...See more Determination is one of the core components to GRIT and if there is one thing I have learned when it comes to domestic violence or child abuse; the victims of said abuse have no choice but to develop their own level of GRIT in society. It takes a lot to endure abuse for any given period of time much less over the course of years like some victims suffer. I put my focus on determination as that is what we all must ultimately develop if we ever truly seek to change our current or past situations. If something offends you, cut it off. I have heard this saying over the course of many years and it is truer in the event of cutting off an abuser than in any other reference. For a child this is much more difficult as the abuser is most often a family member or a family friend. The best option forward in that even would be a school counselor or resource officer as I sought out when I was six suffering abuse at the hands of a 'family friend/preacher'. That initial step launched me down a path that led to me testifying in court against my abuser, ultimately landing him away from society in a place that I can only hope deterred his evil desires and helped him become a better person. Despite all of the trauma involved in testifying to what occurred, I know the alternative would have been more months or even years of abuse at the hands of that individual. None of that would have happened if I was not determined to help prevent my best friend from facing the very abuse I was facing. My caring for his well being was enough to drive me to speak out and set the record straight, not just about the abuse but also my parents obsession with substances clouding their judgment. The rewards for doing this service are immeasurable as I have gone on to live a happy, healthy life; full of wonder and excitement. Developing that determination at such an early age was actually the main positive outcome which came from an otherwise negative situation. Even when things get rough or seem to be at their darkest, there is still reason to hope and never lose that hope. I feel that none of us truly want to give up but the lack of supports often tends to keep an individual down. That being said, my only question for all of you is; Who supports you when you are feeling low? If the answer is no one or "myself", take a moment and consider a few possibilites of people who may function as a positive support for you, whether it be a minister, or family member, even some other role model you may have. All I ask is for the moment focus on positive outcomes or how to manipulate a negative situation and transform its outcome into a positive one. As always, have a wonderful day today in hopes of a better and brighter tomorrow my friends!!!
Traumatic Experiences Community Check-In Wednesday-Thursday 7-8 October 2020
Trauma Support / by Understandingempath
Last post
 October 12th, 2020
...See more Good morning everyone! The topic for today’s check-in is self care. Often ignored but totally necessary, self-care is any action or behavior that helps a person avoid health problems. Excessive stress may increase one’s risk for heart problems. Self-care also helps us sharpen our mental and physical health through better self-esteem, stress management, and overall well-being. These behaviors help provide balance in an increasingly overstimulating world. Self-care forms an essential part of a lifestyle that keeps us healthy, happy, and more in tune with our minds and bodies. It’s often easy to confuse self-care with self-indulgent behavior. This mentality might make us feel guilty for thinking we need to take a break from our lives to do something that, simply put, makes us feel better. We all have different requirements for self-care, but in general, the goals of self-care are to find a state of good mental and physical health, reduce stress, meet emotional needs, maintain one's relationships and find a balance between one's personal and academic or professional life. Individuals who do not take care of their own emotional and physical needs before attempting to resolve those of others may begin to experience a decline in their own emotional or physical state. Those individuals who care for others, either professionally or in personal life, may find themselves especially drained if they do not devote enough time to self-care. Once they have met their own needs, they may often find themselves better able to assist others in meeting their needs. Taking care of the emotional self by managing anxiety, anger, and sadness is also an important aspect of self-care. This type of self-care can often be accomplished by setting boundaries with people, especially those people who are not positive or supportive and may have a negative effect on one's mental state. Here are 5 ways to get started with your self-care. 1. Make sleep part of our self-care routine. Sleep can have a huge effect on how we feel both emotionally and physically. Not getting enough can even cause major health issues. But stress and other distractions can wreak havoc on our sleep. 2. Take care of ourselves by taking care of our gut. Our gut health can have a significant impact on our health, well-being, and feelings of vitality. The types of foods we eat crucially impact the bacteria that live in our stomach, resulting in a cascade of either positive or negative outcomes. 3. Exercise daily as part of our self-care routine. We all know exercise is good for us, but do we really know how good it is? Daily exercise can help us both physically and mentally, boosting our mood while reducing stress and anxiety. 4. Say no to others, and say yes to our self-care. Learning to say no is really hard; many of us feel obligated to say yes when someone asks for our time or energy. However, if we’re already stressed or overworked, saying yes to loved ones or coworkers can lead to burnout, anxiety, and irritability. 5. Take a self-care break by getting outside. Spending time outside can help us reduce stress, lower our blood pressure, and be more mindful. Studies have even shown that getting outside can help reduce fatigue, making it a great way to overcome symptoms of depression or burnout. Getting outside can also help us sleep better at night, especially if we do some physical activity, like gardening, hiking, or walking while we are outside. Before I end this check-in I will ask the three following optional questions. 1. How are you feeling today? 2. What self care activity do you have planned for today? 3. What topic would you like to see me cover in a future check-in? 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Traumatic Experiences Community Check-In Wednesday-Thursday 30 Sept-1 Oct. 2020
Trauma Support / by Understandingempath
Last post
 October 1st, 2020
...See more Good morning everyone! The topic for this check-in is coping strategies. Trauma often finds a way to sneak up on us when we least expect it to. We rarely see it coming and never know what the aftermath will be. There are a number of lifetime events which may cause post-traumatic stress disorder such as death, war, and abuse of any kind. Life inevitably will take unexpected twists and turns along the way, and it is nearly impossible to assume that we will be the same person we were before a traumatic event. Questions may go through our minds such as: How do I feel safe after trauma? Will I ever feel better? Why did this happen? Are there ways to effectively cope? When something like this happens, it can very often be difficult to understand and process what has happened. Coping after a traumatic event can be difficult and confusing. In addition, finding healthy coping strategies can prove to be even more challenging. It is impossible to come up with concrete steps that everyone who experiences trauma can adhere to, but there are some time-tested skills and thought-provoking statements we can consider, such as: Accept that we are going to be different as a result of this traumatic event. Identify things that are good about the change resulting from the trauma. Identify the undesirable things regarding the change from the traumatic event. From this list, consider how we can work with these changes, work around them, or even reframe them as a growth opportunity. Realize that any emotion we experience is normal. If things start to feel out of the norm, seek professional help. Move forward realizing that it is normal to have waves of emotion continue to pound at and around us. These waves of emotion will generally lessen in intensity and frequency as time goes on. However, from time to time, some intense waves may come at us seemingly out of nowhere. This is normal. While this isn’t an all-encompassing list, it is a great place to start when trying to understand how a traumatic event is affecting us. Once we have acknowledged these statements and began to think about them, it’s time to start working on healthy coping strategies. Unfortunately, all too often when a stressful situation strikes, we turn to negative coping mechanisms rather than positive ones. While it would be great if we could all distract ourselves when a crisis hits, most people instinctively opt for a maladaptive coping mechanism, all of which can be harmful and many of which can have long term implications which can have a severe impact on our own life and the lives of those around you. Of all the negative coping mechanisms out there, these eight are the most common and also, arguably, the worst. 1. Avoiding The Issue Altogether Anxious avoidance is an extremely common strategy employed to cope with situations that make us feel afraid. It makes sense on the surface to try to stay away from anything that may make us anxious or worried. However, over time, that fear is strengthened and maintained if it isn’t confronted. While avoidance brings immediate relief, learning to confront our worries is the best way forward in the long run. 2. Smoking Many people turn to smoking as a way of coping if they feel stressed as it brings a sense of immediate relief. It also gives us something to focus on and to keep our hands occupied. While smoking is a form of distraction, it is a negative one and has severe negative financial and health implications for the future. 3. Spending Compulsively One common way of handling stress is to shop compulsively. While buying a new pair of shoes or a piece of jewelry may make us feel good in the short term, in the long term, it could cause a host of problems. Some people begin to hide purchases from their family, or take out loans or credit cards so they can carry on spending when their bank account runs dry. As a result, the whole family can face a financial burden. 4. Drinking Excessive Caffeine Just like when we smoke, we get an instant sense of relief whenever you drink coffee. That helps in the short term to cope with the stress, however over the long term, it can cause problems. You can develop a caffeine dependence which, in turn, causes caffeine crashes as well as poor quality sleep. 5. Running Away It isn’t too surprising that lots of people try to run away from situations that produce anxiety. Being able to escape the immediate circumstances which are triggering the fear brings an immediate feeling of relief. The next time a similar situation arises, we can remember that we felt relieved when we escaped the last time, and therefore we try to run away from it again. This is a terrible strategy and can lead to increasing isolation. It can also cause family members to become distressed as they’ll never know where we are going and when we are coming back. Also, if we continue avoiding panic-inducing situations, we will never be able to make the anxiety go away by itself. 6. Consuming Too Much Alcohol Depending on alcohol to reduce stress is extremely common since drinking excessively helps to numb our emotions and feelings. Drinking excessively has many negative health implications, however, and if we continue to drink to excess we could end up with liver damage, cancer or other health issues. 7. Excessive Sleeping Some people retreat to their beds when they’re going through a stressful time since sleeping represents an effective way of avoiding thinking about a situation. While it may seem that this isn’t too destructive a problem, the human body requires outside stimulation and exercise to stay healthy. 8. Eating Disorders One very common negative coping strategy is to use food to forget about our problems. For some people, this takes the form of overeating whereas, for others, it takes the form of severely restricting their calorie intake. Either way, an eating disorder can have serious health ramifications and can be life-threatening. There are many, many positive coping strategies we can utilize and it’s important to look into this in order to find which are best for us. This list is designed to be a starting point, not the only strategies to consider. Here are five examples of positive coping strategies.: Develop a toolbox of deep breathing, relaxation skills, and meditation skills. One good example is circular breathing. This is where we take a slow breath in and as we are doing this count to five in our mind. At the top of our breath, hold it for 5 seconds as we count to five in our mind. Then slowly let our breath out, again counting to five as we do this. Lastly, at the bottom of our breath, before we breathe in again, hold it for the same 5 seconds. This is where we start all over again, trying this for a couple of cycles. Re-engage in a hobby or activity we have not done in a while. Find a new activity, sport, or hobby that we can participate in. Make a list of people we trust that we can call when we are not doing well. Help them understand we just need them to be a listener or sounding board for us. Search on the web for people who have experienced similar trauma and have seemingly come out on the other side. Listen to their stories, see what they did that helped, and if we could implement one of their skills to benefit ourselves. Before I end this post I will ask the three optional questions. 1. How are you feeling today? 2. What positive coping strategies do you utilize? 3. What topic would you like me to cover in a future check-in? 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Trauma Support Community Check-in: Wednesday-Thursday, 23-24 September 2020
Trauma Support / by Understandingempath
Last post
 September 28th, 2020
...See more Good morning everyone! The topic for todays check-in is change. Change is something we all inevitably face throughout our lives in many cases a regular occurrence. While change is not inherently bad it isnt necessarily good either. Some changes are forced on us with little to no notice being given. Some changes are embraced as essential in bettering ourselves and those close to us. This year alone we have all experienced changes in our daily lives and routines with very little notice and it has undoubtedly left its mark upon each and every one of us. To be honest without the pandemic taking place I would not have had the time I have now to make these check-ins and participate on this platform the way I have been. So in that regard this change has had some benefits as I truly enjoy participating in this forum. Other changes have not been so great, but as every other species on this planet learns to do, we adapt to the changes forced upon us to the best of our ability. It can be hard and very straining at times. Studies are showing that the events of this year are having a negative impact on the mental health of many people in the world. In this regard it definitely relates to trauma. One of the hardest truths that we all eventually face is that nothing lasts forever in this world. At some point we all lose people or things that we love. It is inevitable that we will lose family members and friends as we get older. Each loss has a definite impact on us as we continue pushing forward. My two best friends lost both of their parents over the course of the last few months and its hard for me to even fathom what they are going through. We adapt or try to adapt but with each loss its like we lose a piece of ourselves. There may even come a time when we seek guidance and understanding from therapists or counselors, building a good rapport with them. Opening up about the deepest darkest parts in our lives in attempts to overcome those inner struggles we all face. Even then there is the overwhelming possibility that those providers wont be there for the duration of ones recovery. Ive spoken to many people on here who have lost therapists who have been a part of their lives for years. Such an event could have debilitating consequences for those who were seeking treatment from these providers. Unfortunately these are some of the things which we must prepare ourselves for. At the end of the day we are the only ones we can fully depend on to have our best interests at heart. As I write this post Ive thought about this platform and how helpful I have been to others here. While its something I enjoy doing and I do have time to delegate to this platform, the possibility remains that I may one day have to leave the platform in attempts to prioritize some other aspect of my life. The same can be said for many of us who volunteer our time here. Recovery doesnt end when others are no longer active in our pursuit of it. The truth is we must learn to adapt to such changes. There are ways to take advantage of changes in our lives. Find the humor in the situation. Trying to find a funny moment during an otherwise unfunny situation can be a fantastic way to create the levity needed to see a vexing problem from a new perspective. Dont stress out about stressing out. Our beliefs about stress matter. Our reaction to stress has a greater impact on our health and success than the stress itself. If we believe stress kills us, it will. If we believe stress is trying to carry us over a giant obstacle or through a challenging situation, we will become more resilient and may even live longer. Focus on your values instead of your fears. Reminding ourselves of whats important to us such as family, friends, religious convictions, scientific achievement, great music, and creative expression can create a surprisingly powerful cushion against whatever troubles may be ailing us. Most of all we can accept the past, but fight for the future. Even though we are never free from change, we are always free to decide how we respond to it. We can choose to accept the fact that change happens, and employ our freedom to decide what to do next. We cant expect stability to last forever. There are always ups and downs on this rollercoaster ride we call life. Before I end this post I will ask the three following optional questions. How are you feeling? What is the hardest change you have had to face in your life? In what ways have you positively adjusted to this change? As always my friends, I hope you have a greater today than yesterday in hopes of a better and brighter tomorrow!!! @adaptableLake3534 @AstronomySkies @AveryLove @BeenAKiwi @BillyJoeBobb @blueScarf9326 @BrokenDreamsPalace @CaptainTrev @CaringBrit @CoolBeans29 @crimsonLime6525 @crxxtvfl0w @depressedsatellite1452 @emylly @Feathersfall @FigureskatingEquestrian @Fireskye13 @Fleggles @gentleLand5245 @goldenSpruce1512 @Grandmaof10 @gregariousBeing5071 @hillsideblues @HonestWarrior6624 @HopeNChayil @Hydrangea03 @InfinityandBeyond23 @Itisbailey @jr50 @Kickiree @Lilly28 @lowkeyem1001 @Lubo123 @Mellietronx @mkaitx @mytwistedsoul @navyMango2804 @neatBlueberry3608 @NevaehRose @Nolanhm @NoneTheWiser @nonethewiser @notmyselftoday @npos25 @oceancruiser48 @ottersngiggles @PinkestOctopus @rainbow3140 @Randomperson453 @ReallyRuth @Rebekahwriter13 @Redhawk6547 @redmark @Rosa9570 @SarahAlaina15 @sensitiveShade5337 @Silverviolets @SoulSupporter102 @spectacularSunrise7824 @Summer899 @SynSavory @tealOak8933 @TransparentPuzzle @Turtlegrrrl8 @u1146 @Understandingempath @weepingwillow5489 @Worrior22Warrior @Writersworld To be added/removed from the taglist, please see THIS THREAD [https://www.7cups.com/forum/TraumaticExperiencesCommunity_60/TraumaSupportCommunityTeam_443/TraumaSupportAutomatedTaglist_219256/]. 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