So, on Friday we learned about something called the Transtheoretical Model for Changing Habits. The Transthereotical Model (TTM), also known as the stages of change model, is a theory of behavior change that describes how people progress through six stages as they change their behavior: The TTM is not a linear model. People may move back and forth between stages as they progress through the change process. For example, someone who is trying to quit smoking may start in the precontemplation stage, then move to the contemplation stage, then back to the precontemplation stage, and so on. Eventually, they may…
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In the DUSTY CORNER of a FORGOTTEN ROOM, a small, INCONSEQUENTIAL object lies idly by. This object, a HAND DUSTER, has spent its entire existence in the service of others, silently sweeping away at the DUST, DIRT, and DEBRIS that accumulates on the surfaces of the world. With its FLUFFY WHITE HEAD and WOODEN HANDLE, the HAND DUSTER is an unassuming TOOL, devoid of GLITTER, SPARKLE, or any other quality that might make it REMOTELY INTERESTING. It is a PROFOUNDLY UNEXCITING object, one that inspires neither JOY nor DESIRE in those who behold it. And yet, despite its BANAL EXISTENCE,…
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INT. REBEL BASE – DAY Princess Leia is standing in front of a closet, rummaging through the contents. Luke Skywalker enters, looking a bit puzzled. LUKE: (approaching Leia) Uh, Princess? What are you doing? LEIA: (muttering to herself) Where did I put it… Ah! Here it is! Leia pulls out a rather…fancy…battledress. It’s got fringe, sequins, and a rather…unpractical…train. LUKE: (alarmed) Leia, what is that?! LEIA: (excitedly) My new battledress! Isn’t it fabulous? LUKE: (skeptical) Uh…I don’t know if “fabulous” is the word I’d use… LEIA: (defensively) What’s wrong with it? I think it’s perfect for our next mission. LUKE:…
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This weekend's looking busy but fun! I'm set to chat about a website redesign for a friend's business, an awesome project that will pump up my portfolio. I'm also catching up with an old mate over some grub, jumping into a D&D session, and making my basement space comfier with my great-aunt. On top of this, there's room for some AI work and blog tweaking. Staying scheduled to dodge old bad habits, but all these plans are stuff I love!
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I've been working closely with my therapist to tackle my Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) symptoms, focusing primarily on emotional deregulation, a distorted sense of reality, and an ever-changing sense of self. My therapy plan is getting a week-long extension, allowing for more individual time with my therapist. More reality checks are a key part of my recovery.
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The author recounts a traumatic past relationship marked by co-dependence, manipulation, jealousy, emotional abuse and infidelity. A therapy session highlighting values, relationship red flags, and dealing with trauma brought forth overwhelming memories of these experiences. The author's ex-partner's lack of consideration and unkind accusations, stemming from his potential antisocial personality disorder, amplified the author's own struggle with borderline personality disorder, adding emotional intensity, conflict, and trauma to the relationship.
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How do you manage screen time for yourself? As far as screen time management is concerned I tend not to pay too close of attention. I get the notifications on my MacBook. However, especially these days being in treatment I tend to do quite a bit less screen time than previously. I’ve always been an avid electronics user so I usually don’t set limits or try to stay within limitations or goals. I try to keep my screen time productive if anything. I may game for 1 to 2 hours a day but the rest of the time that I’m…
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So, this morning, I have a doctor’s appointment to bring my great aunt to. She broke her ankle around the time that I moved in. Today, there are x-rays to determine how well it’s healing. Then we find out how long she has to wear this god-awful boot. I feel bad about the boot; her mobility is obviously hindered by it. Not only is it rigid, but it’s very heavy and difficult to maneuver. Then after this appointment, I’ll be bringing her back home, and I’ll be going to my own appointment. I have to call therapy and tell them…
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I can’t sleep at night. I can’t sleep in the morning. I can’t sleep during the day. My great-aunt has shit to do. Responsibilities to meet. I get it. I’m in the fucking way. She’s trying her best not to make me feel that way, but it’s just the reality. I went to bed at 11 last night. I’m syncing my Fitbit. It says I got 7.5 hours of sleep with a sleep score of 80. Then why do I feel like shit?! Every fucking morning, I wake up with my head splitting and my eyes swollen and in a…
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I am completely and wholly incompetent. I give up. I can’t even fucking start a dryer and people expect me to hold down a job and pay bills. WTF. Yeah right, you’re all real funny.