For most of my life, I have been an emotionally immature man. I can function well in social situations, I can handle friendships and relationships in a way that is not alarming, and I understand what good emotional health looks like. But I believe, like many survivors, I was stuck emotionally at the age whenContinue reading “Emotional Immaturity”
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Moments of Frustration
Nobody enjoys frustration, but we all understand that it is a part of life. I wish that I had a more positive outlook when it comes to the more difficult times of life, but I really don’t. I had some frustrating moments today, and I know that I didn’t handle it in the best wayContinue reading “Moments of Frustration”
Having Difficulties during the Holidays?
Many survivors struggle a lot with the holiday season. Most of the times, the holidays bring memories of past sexual abuse with a family member. The holidays are a constant reminder of those times, even if the sexual abuse hasn’t occurred in many years. For many survivors, even if the holidays don’t bring about sexualContinue reading “Having Difficulties during the Holidays?”
A Big Change…
In just a few weeks, I will be ending therapy for a while! I have been with the same therapist for just over 5 years. I initiated the change because I’m feeling that I have enough tools to be able to handle my life on my own. For both of us, we felt accomplished andContinue reading “A Big Change…”
Isolation and Solitude
Recently, I’ve been involved in discussions differentiating between isolation and solitude. I’ve found myself experiencing both and sometimes not knowing the difference between the two. At times, both just feels like loneliness to me, neither leaving me with much of a positive feeling. I’m not even sure that I can explain fully isolation and solitudeContinue reading “Isolation and Solitude”
Friendship vs Isolation
I’ve read a few things recently that discuss how difficult it is to develop friendships as a survivor. I believe that everyone struggles with building and maintaining friendships, but I also believe that male survivors have an even more difficult time because of the trust that has been broken in our lives by our perpetrators.Continue reading “Friendship vs Isolation”
Dealing with Change
This fall, I will begin my 30th year teaching! So much has changed since I first started, which I’m sure is what happens with any job. But even from year to year, I have to adjust to changes in my routine. And if you know me, I value my routines highly! I’ve enjoyed a fewContinue reading “Dealing with Change”
Bad Days
Yesterday was not a good day for me emotionally. I didn’t get great sleep the night before, which I’m sure had a significant impact on my feelings. On my drive to work, my mind spiraled with negative thoughts about my performance at work, my significance to others regarding friendships and relationships, my workout life, andContinue reading “Bad Days”
Harry L. Estes 