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Hi there @CuriousKitten! I think it's great that you are looking at goals and areas in which you can achieve.....after all, lots of people TALK about change, but you are actually mapping out some concrete paths and making an effort. I agree it helps to have an "accountability partner" but it's not necessary for your personal growth; changes come from within, not always because they are shared. With that said, please consider focusing more on the positive side of things? Example; you did some exercises and stretching and it made you feel great, right? Why not sit down and list the reasons WHY that made you happy, or feel fulfilled, or more energetic, and keep that with you as a reminder. This way you're constantly reinforcing the positive steps taken and working to put the progress front and center in your life. That's the spirit of "wanting to become better". 🙂😍

I'm so sorry this is happening to you. It probably feels pretty raw, hearing nasty words or things said, but perhaps after you cool off you might think more calmly. For starters, consider the source; if certain people find it fulfilling to talk badly about others and fill their time with blame and judgement...well, what does that say about them? 🤔 Perhaps not the quality individuals you could see yourself getting to know better? Maybe another place would be worth looking into to spend time at.

Thank you, I will! Just trying to figure out how to explain something. 🙂

Agreed, you said it well @ShySoul 🙂

Hi there..... I'm a new member, well actually an old lurker 😁, who has never posted before. Came by last night and read through many of the posts and threads on here, and it was such a refreshing and uplifting experience to see so many comments of support and encouragement left by members. There are many sites which do not seem to offer such an empathetic vibe and I just wanted to say thank you! Found several threads relating to what I'm going through "friend/friendship that is struggling and not quite sure how to help" type of scenario, and I'm grateful for the peace and wisdom I found here. Appreciate your kind words! Have a great day. 😊