Feeling down and I am isolating myself from everyone I

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#1

Feeling down and I am isolating myself from everyone I know thats not a good thing. But i dont like fake people

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#2

Oh no what happened? Are you ok sis?

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#3

Isolation is not good try to reach out to someone you know. And I totally get it about fake people just ignore them not much else you can do.

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#4

Thanks hun

#5

That used to be my perspective too, in fact " fake people" or hypocrites as I called them even kept me out of church. My perspective changed when I was challenged to look at everybody as though they are just doing the best they can. Some people haven't found themselves, some people haven't gotten honest with themselves, some people are scared to death to be vulnerable, some people are still in survival mode.. the list of possible reasons why people around me at any given time aren't being authentic is endless, but everybody IS just doing the best they can at any given moment based on their abilities or lack of them to try to be happy. I'm not saying you have to necessarily embrace them, but maybe give them Grace, and keep looking for your tribe, which you will never find in isolation. :sparkling_heart:

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#6

I'm the same way

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#7

I understand what you're saying it's hard when they are calling you stupid and retarded just because I was born with fetal alcohol syndrome.. I just don't engage

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#8

"By no means do you deserve to be put down or insulted!" But, surround yourself with like minded people,and "yes", avoid fake people. But, embrace the ones who embrace you with love and Respect :revolving_hearts:.

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#9

Thank you. It's hard since having FAS I have learning difficulties I am already sensitive about it. But I usually walk away when ppl get ignorant about me and being mean. But it's been hard this holiday season.

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#10

Some people might act a certain way because they are not prepared for you to change. It will make them uncomfortable to know that your judgement isnt so clouded.
I was put down and treated badly as a means of control from dysfunctional family members. When people make remarks now I dont react and they dont know what to think.

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#11

Go to a meeting of your choosing and do some networking! My experience, meetings are a great place meet real people!

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#12

Ya they have notice I don't react. I just walk away and spend my time doing something productive

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#13

I used to care but I dont as much as before

#14

Isolation is my thing ,I tried zoom meetings and it works for a little bit .I hope you feel better

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#15

I completely understand the isolation thing..

Only for me it was just easier to isolate, and not feel like I truly belonged anywhere...

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#16

Go to a meeting!!

#17

Thanks I will try that also

#18

I understand that completely

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#19

Hi Aimee stay strong :muscle: have a blessed day stay safe

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#20

Thanks for the support!

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