Do you ever speak of the worst of your life to anyone at all ?

Online or a mental health professional? I myself keep strong discretion in that area . Most people see my best face. I always have a smile as I genuinely love people . But some things will only harm you more if you put them out I think . Some things are meant for our own shadow and to work out with our own higher self and God.

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RockerDad · MVIP

As a parent of a kid with serious trauma, sometimes I feel guilty about discussing my own issues, which are very mild by comparison. What doesn’t seem like a big deal to some people, sometimes is still a big deal to the person who experienced it. We all have our shit, and it’s important to remember we don’t usually know what someone else has been through. Listen without judgment, and be kind.

Casheyane · 31-35, F

@RockerDad You deserve to be heard too.

When you compare your life or worries to others who have it worse, it may make you feel like you have no right to voice out your hurts and issues because they have it worse. But see, we humans are not built to bottle up feelings. And who are we to judge our own sufferings as inferior? Don't invalidate your own feelings or make them insignificant if letting them out is what you need to heal.

I do know that there will always be things more important than what we're feeling. But feelings are part of us. To disregard them would be taking away our own rights and bringing ourselves more suffering.

Take care to you and your kid.