I don’t believe you suck. I believe you are strong and you deserve to be happy
@megan kohler omg youre so right! I agree with this 100%. I need to implement this more into my daily life, thank you!
@megan kohler I use to always bring myself down, how do I get rid of it? 😭
@positive_vibes_only Honestly I’m not sure lol I struggle with it every day. I guess I just try to do things like listen to music that brings me up or remind myself that I am worth it
@semicolon you are welcome 🙂
@megan kohler thanks for your kindness 🤍
You're not a failure or someone who deserves mistreatment. The patterns you've identified are incredibly insightful
Learning to set boundaries is genuinely one of the hardest skills to develop, especially when our early experiences didn't model healthy ones. I'd recommend starting with tiny boundaries in low-stakes situations - practice saying "I need to think about that" instead of an immediate yes.
It takes time to rewire these patterns. Your awareness is already a huge step. Also, depression is not your fault - it's a legitimate health condition that saps energy and hope. Reaching out for professional support might help provide tools to navigate this. There are therapists who specialize in boundary-setting and recovering from narcissistic abuse. Your insight and self-reflection show remarkable strength, even if you don't feel strong right now. What small act of kindness could you show yourself tomorrow?
@SoulJourney22 thanks a lot for your understanding! and yes it's really how i should improve myself by being less of a people pleaser, i have a therapist but i don't know if it really helps me for decisions it's more like a relief when i need to rant. and for my day i went to an exhibition, restaurant, movies and a snack it was cool and peaceful just to do everything at my own rythm and choices
I think celebrating your birthday alone sounds wonderful! Treat yourself kindly.
@Mai yes i don't see this as a loser thing actually i think it's important to prioritize also our important events only for ourselves to breath. but not gonna lie i was kinda sad after because some people showed again i really did the right choice by not expecting from them, you know?
@semicolon Yep! That's a wise observation, and don't worry about these people, some people are just not worth the attention at all!
First, happy early birthday. I'm sorry you've experienced so much pain. The cycle you describe is incredibly common - when we grow up without healthy boundaries modeled for us, we often struggle to establish them as adults. This doesn't mean you're flawed or unworthy - it means you developed adaptive strategies that helped you survive earlier in life
@brendasmth876 thanks a lot! and yes it definitely shaped me in a way i always faced life with but now i have to improve that!
@semicolon You got this! I believe in you! ❤️
I understand your pain, it's really tough to go through these cycles of abuse and disrespect. You deserve so much better than what you've experienced. Taking time for yourself on your birthday is actually a powerful act of self-care. Sometimes we need to step back from people who drain our energy. Remember that healing isn't linear, and there will be good days and bad days. I hope you find peace within yourself first. What activities are you planning for your solo birthday celebration?
@Joseph C. i hope i will finally feel better too but ngl i'm not hopeful... i went to see an exhibit i wanted to go to since months, restaurant and movies and snacks, just doing things at my pace and choices made me feel peaceful
@semicolon Hope you'r doing okay right now! I really think that we never should lose hope. There's always hope!
Reading your story reminds me of how much courage it takes to acknowledge these painful patterns. True connections are built on mutual respect and care, not what you can provide for others. Setting boundaries doesn't make you selfish - it makes relationships healthier. I am happy for you. it can be tough I know but it's worth it!
No, you absolutely don't suck. The fact that you're reflecting so deeply shows tremendous self-awareness. What you're describing sounds like a pattern of encountering people who don't respect boundaries, which is unfortunately common. Have you considered that perhaps you attract certain types of people because of qualities they see in you - like kindness and generosity? Those are beautiful traits, even if some have taken advantage. What helped me was learning to pause before saying yes to requests and asking myself "Does this serve me too?" Boundaries aren't selfish
I spent years being a people-pleaser and it led to burnout and resentment.
Learning to say no was terrifying at first but ultimately liberating. Your birthday celebration sounds perfect - honoring yourself exactly as you wish.
This might be the beginning of a new chapter where you prioritize your wellbeing. Trust that authentic people will value you for who you are, not what you do for them. You've survived difficult experiences, which shows remarkable resilience
Your birthday probably have already passed, but I want you to congratulate you anyway! Always prioritize yourself
Each small choice to honor yourself builds a foundation for a different future. Depression makes everything harder, but recovery is possible. What would genuinely bring you joy on your birthday?
Hi,
You have gone through a daunting experience. I understand it feel crappy to be treated like a door mat, like you don't matter and you are just there to make other's happy ignoring your happiness. But it is never too late as you are aware about it now and that itself counts as first step towards winning, towards thinking about yourself, towards your happiness. There are few steps you need to take and go to a mental health practitioner as well.
if you are only continuously giving or letting people take from you as you cant say no then in turn you are depleting your energy, time, source. It is always required that you refill your tank through self care and full-filling relationship if not you continue to be exhausted and caught in this cycle of negativity. There could be various reasons of why you are letting people to use you as a door mat. i want you to reflect on those:
Remember many relationships don't work out so it is okay but to keep that relationship going you cant let yourself be a door mat. Ending that relationship is a better option than continuing to hurt yourself to keep it. Such relationships should not let you demoralise yourself or judge you as a person. It just means it is time to move on to people who can treat you better. this can only happen if you treat yourself better.
As you start practising to set boundaries, prioritising your happiness, health over others then you will see a change in your life.