Milestones or Steps Completed! Share and Celebrate Here :)

@GlenM

- To keep going, no matter what.

Step 500 of my Growth Path! I'm still surprised when people want to talk to me or spend time with me, but I'm learning to accept that

I learned that I need to take care of my self as well as taking care of other. Because I would not be able to help others if I cannot help myself.

I learned that sometimes the thing we fear is exactly what we need to do. Facing my fears in a gradual and controlled process helped me realize that it's mostly in my head.

Also, acceptance of reality, myself and my environment helped me lower my expectations and as a result get disappointed less.

Getting back into the self care

@GlenM. Self-care is essential.

I haven't been on here for years. I started out on this when I was 15 and I'm back now that I'm 19. I've slipped backwards in my ways and realized that I need help again and that I need to continually make effort to become better. I've learned that it's okay to make mistakes because I can restart again to make myself better.

@GlenM

Not really a thing I've "learned", but more like I'm able to give myself more space in my own life. That means I've been able to shush away the voice that says I'm not good if I do this thing a little bit more, so I'm able to do more of what I want to do without feeling bad.

Perhaps there is a future for me.

I've learned recently how important it is to set boundaries for yourself and for others. There is a difference between a boundary and an ultimatum. Ultimatums that are used for motivation for others rarely work (ex. If you don't do this, we're breaking up). If you make statements like this, you have to be strong enough and willing to follow through. Otherwise, you're sending a message that your/their behavior is ok, and your words don't matter. Instead, use statements like this for your own protection and follow through. Take care of yourself! I've thought about this as I reflect back on issues I've dealt with, and it's made me realize that I haven't dealt with my issues in the most healthy way. I've since taken steps to apologize for my attitude and take on some blame, and that's lead to some good healing, I think.