Triggering old diary

[Sunshine425]

I found and read my old diary from when I was a pre teen. It was a little triggering. It reminded me how much pain I was in as an 11 year old and how lost I was.

But, it was also a reminder of how much Ive overcome and how I'm a stronger person for what Ive been through. It took me so long to get to a point where I can put the past in the past. When you can accept, forgive and get closure you are gifted with freedom and oppurtunity to heal. It takes awhile and involves some hard work but the result is conquering the dark past that haunts you. It will always live within me but I am no longer powerless. I chose how I react, cope and live. It's also important to note just because we let go of these traumas we should always continue to learn and grow. We have to take care of ourselves and continue to seek the support we need. But at least we can reach a point where our traumas dont dictate or define us.

Wishing everyone a wonderful week.

Peace☀️🌻💛

[Pugglesworth]

Well put and peace to you as well.

[Hidden]

I love what you wrote!!! I will say though that I've really been through a lot myself and I am very down in the dumps. I wish something would look up for me. I'm just feeling very stressed out at the moment and I don't even have a job. I have diaries and journals that I keep and sometimes read through too. Sometimes it's depressing, but it's also a record of my life and I don't want to get rid of any of them. Maybe when I die someone close to me might read through some of them or something like that. I don't know.

[Sunshine425 in reply to Hidden]

Im sorry about the stress & no job. I remember the several times I hadnt worked it was hard.. I felt like I had no purpose and financial struggles are VERY stressful. Plus I was so lonely. At least with Covid/ quarentine I knew the whole world was struggling without a job at the same time... so I didnt feel as alone. Just remember we all have different situations and you can only ever do the best you can. I hope things get easier for you. Thanks for your reply! 🌞

[Midori]

Hi Sunshine,

I can concur with that absolutely. Thank you for posting.

Cheers, Midori