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flor-de-jasmim

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42. Your original post could have been written by my husband, and I sympathize with you.

Sat Oct 29, 2022, 07:19 PM

Oct 2022

What struck me in your post is saying that your failures are not obvious to others. This suggests to me that objectively you are not a failure, although it sounds like you have a negative mindset that is filtering out positive thoughts.

I agree with the suggestion that it is good to get out of your own head by doing something for others. Helping out at an animal shelter, volunteering at a school - whatever might take your fancy. Sometimes when people volunteer they can find a job at the same place.

How do you react to motivational speakers? I have watched several videos on and by Tulia Pitt, an Australian woman who was burned over 65% of her body by a bush fire when she was running a marathon, and her journal back through many surgeries.

I wish you all the best - posting here is a positive first step!

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Your original post could have been written by my husband, and I sympathize with you. flor-de-jasmim Oct 2022 #42

Thanks for the kind words. (n/t) OldBaldy1701E Oct 2022 #43

How about getting more involved with posting positive things on DU? KS Toronado Oct 2022 #44

Thanks for the suggestion. OldBaldy1701E Oct 2022 #45