Tag Archives: Co-dependent

What if it is me?


I am struggling with the idea that the abuse in my life is tied to me. How you ask? Maybe I attract it. Or foster it once in any kind of relationship. See I can pick out people who are abusive … Continue reading

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What I want vs Reality


I want to save the world. I want to take away all the pain and suffering of you, your neighbors, my loved ones, the garbage man, the child suffering in a third world country and the animals on those commercials … Continue reading

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Therapy = Confusion


At times my therapy sessions result in complete confusion. Today is one of those days. I have to admit to going in feeling like I have had been beaten. I got word today that a coworker, a great guy, died … Continue reading

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Low Self Esteem


Depression is a multi-faceted monster. There are so many different aspects to it. For many of us low self-esteem is one.   Low self-esteem is a killer. Mix depression and low self-esteem together and we can doubt ourselves at the drop … Continue reading

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What my depression looks like


I sometimes wonder what my depression looks like to others. I wonder if they can tell I am dipping or if they are fooled. I know what I see.   When I dip, as I stated in my post yesterday, … Continue reading

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I laughed and I almost cried…. Ah Tuesday!


I have been feeling pretty good lately. A couple of dips but I have bounced back quickly. I feel like I am moving forward in a lot ways. In fact, I have been playing with the idea of stopping therapy. … Continue reading

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Welcome!


Welcome to Red Awakening. This blog is about my journey from simply existing to living; awakening from my upbringing, depression, co-dependence, perfectionism and so much more. This blog is for me; a step on the path to my life. Wait…. … Continue reading

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