FabSwingers.com > Forums > The Lounge > Tell me a reason why you're proud of yourself...

Tell me a reason why you're proud of yourself...

By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

Okayyyy.

Mine is that I have PTSD and one of my triggers for twelve years was a particular song that I would go straight into flashbacks and panic attacks mode when I heard just a tiny snippet. That's gradually gone away to the stage where it's just been on the radio and I had zero reaction to it. Yay for me.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I raise 5 children on my own and run a business I think I'm doing ok and I'm proud of that

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *argaryen starkCouple over a year ago

pinxton

I have donated blood 74 times

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Just bought my first home, in a job I like and everything is peachy for the first time in quite a while.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *heslimoneMan over a year ago

Deeside

I manage to roll out of bed every morning and fully cloth myself, sometimes with matching socks

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *naswingdressWoman over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"Okayyyy.

Oh that's brilliant. Well done you xx

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I raise 5 children on my own and run a business I think I'm doing ok and I'm proud of that "

I read children as chickens

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Okayyyy.

Oh that's brilliant. Well done you xx"

Thank you! Simply The Best by Tina Turner. Of all the songs in all the world...

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I'm two years sober next month.

Hubby is treating cancer with the contempt it deserves.

These two things make me happy

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *harAndBryCouple over a year ago

Peterborough / Stamford

I'm proud that I'm still around! There's been many times that I haven't wanted to be. I've been through a lot. Most recently, I had bowel cancer. I'm not 100% well, but the cancer has gone. It made me realise what's important. I'm very happy with my life now

Char

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I raise 5 children on my own and run a business I think I'm doing ok and I'm proud of that

I read children as chickens

"
they have me running around like a headless chicken at times

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I have just started the job of my dreams a month ago, when 15 months ago I no longer wanted to walk on this earth anymore.

To all those single parents, to all those who have conquered a phobia or a panic trigger, to all those who have and still do beat the 'black dog' down. I salute you all.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Okayyyy.

Im not.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *ablo minibar123Woman over a year ago

I've texted someone after 4 years of plucking up the courage.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Because I have Schizophrenia, Depression and Anxiety

and everyone hates me because of them

even my own family

I have no friends no fuck buddies

and I bet no one could walk or even survive a day in my shoes

and I just breeze by like it's nothing while most people would commit suicide

that about sums it up

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *ranny-CrumpetWoman over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

I do no harm.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I feel pride for other people’s Achievements who are close to me, it’s not an emotion I feel about myself, probably the nearest I’ve come is when I’ve finished a job and it looks good and the costumer is pleased, but that’s more a sense of satisfaction more than anything else.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Nowt today in particular for me. Well done though OP, I'm proud of YOU....

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *oxyvixen99Woman over a year ago

Newtownabbey

"I do no harm. "
love this

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

This morning I looked at a picture of my son and smiled instead of tears.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *oxychicWoman over a year ago

Nottinghamshire

"This morning I looked at a picture of my son and smiled instead of tears."
awwww that's great

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"This morning I looked at a picture of my son and smiled instead of tears. awwww that's great

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I've raised a smart, kind and talented little girl completely on my own..

Everyday she fills me with pride. I adore her more than anything. She is the reason i am still alive..

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *ionelhutzMan over a year ago

liverpool

"I'm two years sober next month.

Hubby is treating cancer with the contempt it deserves.

These two things make me happy "

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Serving in the military even though i've left im still very proud of myself

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

In the past 9 years of my life atleast 1 person I love dearly has died, in total 13 people, I have had to pull a knife out the back of my uncles head as a wee boy, I’ve been decieved , lied to, neglected and forgotten about a lot recently, last month my best friend committed suicide, which was very sudden, I lost both of my jobs as soon as lockdown happened and just last week I had to move out of my flat, am signed off for my new job that I just got my full contract in because my hand is broken and has pins hanging out of it as support, and I was left just over last month by my partner because she couldn’t deal with my constant feelings of depression , and I will admit I tried some silly things that I will not repeat again, but at the end of the day I’m not stopping now, I’m still diligently working my way through uni studying psychology and criminology , and I’m not going to let those thoughts and events take over me , sorry this is a bit full on but ack well it’s always good to get you’re thoughts out there x

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"This morning I looked at a picture of my son and smiled instead of tears."

xxxx

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I’m on my way to starting my own business.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *rincess peachWoman over a year ago

shits creek

"This morning I looked at a picture of my son and smiled instead of tears."

That got me fighting back more than I was expecting

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *hrista BellendWoman over a year ago

surrounded by twinkly lights

because I refused to let them break me now matter how hard they tried

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Going from a downtrodden, abused and insecure woman, to an absolute QUEEN

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *ecadent_DevonMan over a year ago

Okehampton

Today I put together a “pamper package” for my friend who has been shielding after cancer treatment. Lots of odds and ends put in to bring a smile to her face. So from miniature bottles of Prosecco to scented candles and a few lotions and potions from lush and the occasional bag of vegan candies.

I put it all in a “fat balls” bird food box because it made me laugh

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I’m fighting a lot of things just now, but I’m not losing myself doing it. I’m proud of that.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *rHotNottsMan over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

Have 3 amazing daughters , all making good decisions regarding men, finance, education, career, I think I can relax a bit now....

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *melia DominaTV/TS over a year ago

Edinburgh (She/Her)

Dropped my works email from 113 to 18 from yesterday to today....

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I'm smiling and for the most part I'm happy. I'm gradually finding my feet again after a pretty rough year.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Okayyyy.

This is amazing

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I’m proud of myself for not retaliating to someone’s cuntyness today

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *naswingdressWoman over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

I've chipped away every day during the pandemic to improve the lives of forgotten vulnerable people. I've kept myself alone, even when I didn't have to, because every interaction increases our danger and makes this all last longer. When I had a suspected case I only saw medical staff for two solid months so I killed the curve. I've decided to stay the course here rather than flee back to my family, even when my family have been very ill and I knew I'd have to handle that alone.

I have my own frailties. I am tired. I am weakened. My resolve is unbroken. I will do the right thing.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *tephTV67TV/TS over a year ago

Cheshire

Dealt with my divorce well, new town, job, home and friends. Kept a good relationship with my ex wife so we don’t argue over anything.

But most of all my Lads, both Autistic I surprised them last week by turning up at their home (my ex suggestion) and jumping out from the kitchen to scare them. As they entered the hall way I heard my youngest say ‘are we going to Dads now’ in an excitable tone, then when I jumped out, they were both over the moon to see me.

I’m proud I carried on and maintained those relationships, at my lowest I had considered other outcomes.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *onty1971Man over a year ago

London St Helier Trier

That is brilliant. Well done. I think it must have been very hard. Stay good.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *onty1971Man over a year ago

London St Helier Trier

"I raise 5 children on my own and run a business I think I'm doing ok and I'm proud of that "

That is amazing. Hats off to you.

I fear the day my kids might have me as a sole parent.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *onty1971Man over a year ago

London St Helier Trier

"I have donated blood 74 times"

Wish I could. Even registered for a Doner card but they are not really interested in me. Because I have lived for more than 6 months in the UK I might carry Mad Cow Disease. As there is no test. No blood donations please nor organ transplants as a donor. FFS.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Because I have moral standards and will sacrifice myself for anybody in need. Yes I'm a deviant for swinging but my moral compass is strong and in normal life im the best friend you could ever have.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By * Lexi xWoman over a year ago

stockport

I’ve kept my cool, didn’t retaliate and now enjoying the comeuppance.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *onty1971Man over a year ago

London St Helier Trier

This is a heart breaking and amazing thread. Thanks OP. You all rock. Keep it up.

I thought my achievement was something. To me it is. But I stand here and salute you all, for what you have acheived. Stand tall folks.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *he BWCMan over a year ago

Stafford

I saved a colleagues life after he collapsed from what I didn't know was a blood clot to his heart. 25 minutes of cpr and fitted a defibrillator and shocked him twice. Kept him alive and breathing until the ambulance arrived.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *naswingdressWoman over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"I saved a colleagues life after he collapsed from what I didn't know was a blood clot to his heart. 25 minutes of cpr and fitted a defibrillator and shocked him twice. Kept him alive and breathing until the ambulance arrived. "

Oh shit. Bravo to you

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By *inky_couple2020Couple over a year ago

North West

I had my son at 16, started my levels when he was 2wks old, went to uni when he was 3 and graduated when he was 6. I acquired a disability nearly 4 years ago but despite all the above, have pursued a successful career and am a department manager in a college. I'm proud of my drive and perseverance

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I got a 2g mobile. Life is a lot simpler now.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I fought my way out of agraphobia.

I live with depression,grief and loneliness but still get out of bed every morning to face rejection on this site.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Okayyyy.

That is brilliant...I had similar..beautiful piece of music but hear it and it would break me wherever I was..so one day I bought the cd and played it over and over until one day I stopped crying..so I understand how hard that was for you...BIG WELL DONE

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I survived an emotionally abusive marriage, managed to instill I’m my kids that how I was treated isn’t the right way for a man to treat a woman. Helped see them through the trauma of what’s happened to them as well as dealing with my own. And have 3 thoughtful and caring young adults I’m proud to say are my children x

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I've stopped 4 complete strangers on different occasions from committing suicide. They still keep in touch and they are all in loving relationships now.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

My drive and determination never wavers. My motivation might, my mood most certainly does but when I put my mind to something that determination never waivers.

Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote or View forums list

» Add a new message to this topic