I made it!

Apr 13, 2018 12:21 AM

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I broke up with an abusive boyfriend.
Finally explained to my parents that, although they mean well, their conservative Christian views are not my views and I won’t tolerate their emotional abuse any longer.

I moved into an apartment! I got out on my own from a shitty room mate situation and am no longer sleeping on a pile of dirty clothes in a place where the cats just shit wherever they want.

I got a bike to go on bike rides to help my mental health and lose some weight. I get to store some of my belongings in a garage outside, along with my car that I’m no longer having to live out of!

I adopted a multi-toed kitty and as you can see she’s really made herself at home on top of the fridge. ... note to self. Wash Karma’s blanket. Gonna go do that right away.

I also received this little bundle of joy from a kind lady at work. Say hello to my little demon spawn, Levi. He has two modes, destroy everything in sight or cuddle with mom. I’m ok with both. And his collar is fitting cus his favorite human snack is goldfish crackers and he growls at me if I try to take them away from his little bowl.
I do have another cat but she’s shy and I didn’t want to pull her out of her hidey hole for a picture.

I know it’s not much. But I finally feel like I’m getting somewhere and my mental health and suicidal thoughts aren’t consuming my existence. I’m on my own, in a good mental head space and feel like a badass mother fucker who can finally take on the world.
Cheers you brilliant bastards for always being here to give me a laugh.
Now downvote to oblivion.

FP edit: awwwww guys. You’re so kind. Thank you. Also obligatory send boobs. But also dicks cus I like both. Please message me, I’m a lil lonely and lookin for friends.

Congrats Op... Keep moving forward!!!

8 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 1

”Now downvote to oblivion” ruined an otherwise nice post. That’s some cringy basic attempt at reverse psychology right there.

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

You a fellow Wisconsinite?

8 years ago | Likes 11 Dislikes 0

Step 1 of treating depression: make sure you aren't surrounded by shitty people. Congrats, @OP!

8 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 1

Do what you need to do for you.

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

look up the term "No contact" in respects to abusive/narcissistic people, how to keep them away from you, stay strong, think of big picture

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

You fucking go. Don't stop improving

8 years ago | Likes 492 Dislikes 3

don't get into credit card debt @OP

8 years ago | Likes 14 Dislikes 0

This random human that you'll never meet is proud of you. May the rest of your life be on this path of upward success!

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Are you kidding? You've started to respect yourself and have taken control of your life. My opinion may mean nothing, but im so proud of you

8 years ago | Likes 54 Dislikes 3

Maybe I’ve been on here too long; I swear I’ve seen this post before, sans pictures.

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

haha, you're an adult

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

upvote & <3 for badass! also +3 for cats = mental health awareness

8 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

Yay I'm glad you did it! Stay strong!

8 years ago | Likes 192 Dislikes 4

You go Glen Coco

8 years ago | Likes 15 Dislikes 1

Crazy cat lady in training?

8 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

Well played....enjoy this time.......I must add, give some thought to your parents, sounds like they mean the best but suck at communicating

8 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 1

I would bet they communicate a lot but that it means constant belittlement and screeds designed to make OP feel bad and keep her passive. 1/

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 1

OP is protecting herself right now. She can allow them back into her life if/when she feels ready and is comfortable enforcing boundaries./2

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 1

That's amazing!! Good on you! HILARIOUS about the goldfish-obsessed kitten and OMG the toe beans on the other one ????

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

You... You ACTUALLY want dick picks?! Insert wiener thrown in woman's face .gif

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Nobody being a badass and taking care of themselves deserves a downvote.

8 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 1

And you didn't need a selfie. I'm proud of you.

8 years ago | Likes 22 Dislikes 1

So you're single?

8 years ago | Likes 860 Dislikes 9

You are my hero dude!

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Polydactyl cat!

8 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

You do you. Nice job

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

You are a few steps ahead of me. You’re helping me see the light ahead.

8 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

Awesome, OP! I hope it's a great start to a better future :)

8 years ago | Likes 11 Dislikes 2

Always glad to hear when someone leaves an abusive relationship. Here's to your bravery!

8 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

Google taxoplasmosis and get checked (cat owners are at a greater risk of contracting it). 1/?

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

I hate to be that guy but it's actually Toxoplasmosis.

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

"When we are infected with a parasite like Toxoplasma gondii, our immune system goes on the offensive, producing a group of molecules 2/?

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

called cytokines that activate various immune cell types. The trouble is, recent research has 3/?

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

connected high levels of cytokines to depression and violent suicide attempts." 4/?

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Every "cat person" I personally know is depressed and suicidal. Also their homes smell like cat shit. Good luck!

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I generally don't do this, but I'm gonna throw a potential shenanigans flag...you posted this 2 years ago

8 years ago | Likes 64 Dislikes 4

It appears to fit the timeline. Not shenanigans more like preface

8 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Girl rebels against parents, parents are right, rebels against parents again, rinse, repeat

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Just an old-fashioned upvote harvest. Crop's bountiful this year.

8 years ago | Likes 15 Dislikes 1

Also 2 years ago. Maybe you did get a new abusive boyfriend. But also possible shenanigans

8 years ago | Likes 30 Dislikes 1

I think I’m going to break up with my abusive job soon. It’s terrifying but I think it’s worth it.

8 years ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 0

I did that last year. It was scary, but the moment I did, I felt so much relief. Joy came back in my life immediately. Good luck!

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Did you give notice? I’m in an industry where giving notice is standard and I’m scared how they will treat me in my lame duck period.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I did but fortunately they let me fulfill it only as long as I needed to close loose ends. The 2 wks sucks but knowing you'll be out helps.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Small tip: Go find another job first. If they are ok with waiting a little for reference from current job.

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I have another job lined up. I’m confirming the details this weekend.

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Goodie! :)

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Neat, don't become a cat lady though.

8 years ago | Likes 383 Dislikes 45

It's too late, perhaps it was always too late.

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 1

Nothing wrong with being a cat lady. A crazy cat lady is the bad news.

8 years ago | Likes 35 Dislikes 2

Or do. Whatever makes you happy, OP.

8 years ago | Likes 30 Dislikes 2

Seriously! Who cares. Whatevs works for each is best.

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 1

Be the cat lady. Just don't mistreat the cats... So no 'crazy cat lady'.

8 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 1

I’m a cat lady & Harry Potter nerd but I still have plenty of friends & great boobs. Not all cat ladies are lame. Come at me bro

8 years ago | Likes 22 Dislikes 2

How great are we talking?

8 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 1

Great enough to overcome my cat lady-ness

8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

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8 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Too late. 2 cats = cat lady.

8 years ago | Likes 15 Dislikes 10

Isn’t it 3? She said she didn’t show one.

8 years ago | Likes 11 Dislikes 1

TIL I am a cat lady.

8 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 1

Don't give up on yourself. You can do it!

8 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 1

But I’m a man.

8 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 1

Haven't you been paying attention? Men can be cat ladies too...I guess.

8 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 1

Cat ladies are a gender unto themselves.

8 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 1