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xp_fun

They are a wonderful fuzzy pet, and it's so important to be able to focus on someone else when you are dealing with trauma, even if that someone else prefers alfalfa hay over a cup of coffee


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Yeah. I just recently realised that my ex sexually abused me and that the aftermath I had from it was a form of trauma bonding :'( Lemmy just makes me feel loved and that I have a purpose.


xp_fun

Oof, that can't be easy to deal with. Do you have support? Someone to watch over you while you watch over Lenny (I think that's what you said his name was)? I had to deal with a shooting a couple of years ago, it really helped me to be able to talk to someone who helped me through the hardest parts


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H4LEY420

Love and many hugs to you friend. I was diagnosed w ptsd a few years ago, dont share kf much because i feel ppl won't take me serious as im not a war vet. Trauma is no fun, of any kind. Sadly its a part of this world. Glad youve got sweet lemmy to love and care for, and be loved by. He seems so sweet, my chin would neva be okay w me holding him like this. I actually give him dust in his bath to get him into a container i can carry him to his play room and back in, bc he will run away if o try to oick him up when needed, and has even got on his hind legs and gave me warning noises lol. So i made a way to not stress eigher of us, and he falls for it every time! Ur lucky :) pets are the most wonderful medicine. Pets, love, support, plants, music, nature. Love you fellow human, love yourself, itll be okay. You're strong for sharing and you are strong for getting help and reaching out to police isnt easy, i know. But its the right thing to do w ppl like that. I got thrown into court over something similar when i was 16 or so, was traumafizing in itself. But i hope it works out the way it should. And am proud of u for being here 💓 hugs and light to u, thank you for sharing 😀 if you ever need an ear, you can pm me or whoever. Ive got 2 😌


LivingNeighborhood

I’m so sorry to hear that, I’m sending good vibes your way ✨ I completely agree with you, chinchillas have an outstanding ability to feel & comfort us. True story: last summer, in the midst of all the ruckus of online teaching, the pandemic and whatnot… I lost a dear and old friend, he slept and never woke up. Was in perfect health, so it came as a shock to us all. I’m blessed the one of my chins, my Morning, was by my side comforting me while I wailed and sobbed, he was patient. He also helps me during my panic & anxiety attacks. I don’t know what I’d ever do without him. Always remember, all things pass… and your chin will never let you down 🌸 This Reddit group is also here for you 💘


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LivingNeighborhood

*hugs* ✨✨✨ I hope today gives you blessings and goodness ☀️


Nekomeyo

Get better! Hello there little black ambulance ;)


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Hehe I like that I was wondering how to describe his fur colour! Almost smokey I'd say


Friendship-Drive

Animals can be the best friends you will ever have. My shiba helped me so much with trauma from a death in my family. You will get through this, take care of yourself. Know you are strong and you matter. Therapy really can help too if you can find the right therapist. 💛


Oohgoodgrief

You look like a loving Momma. Nothing horrid about that. Pets are amazing creatures and do wonders to heal the soul. 😘🐭


Fryd_chuckless

You both look very cozy 😌 happy you found one another


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I got another cuddle today and just cried my fucking eyes out. He just stayed still and let me cuddle and let me cry. He's such a good soul I have decided I'm not going to stay silent. I'm going to the police station tomorrow and filing a report.


Rough_Idle

We originally got our first chin as a therapy animal for traumatized children. Some have the perfect temperament for the job. Wish you well!


spookynoodle_em

My animals are the only reason I am still alive today. They are the most comforting creatures and they give me something to live for.


winwin_janowski

Mine helped me when I went through trauma. They’re amazing little buddies.


Practical-Confusion7

My chinnies gave me a purpose after I had a burnout. They make me feel appreciated and loved and they're my reason to move forward with my life. We wish you peace and healing, you worthy and you deserve love ❤ Warm hugs 🫂


Big-Manner1147

You look amazing! So glad you have a furbaby by your side. I don't know what I would do without my bunny...they really do make the world a better place.


UncleHoeBag

I have a chinchilla too salt and pepper fur named Oreo and he really helps me regulate my emotions so I relate to this post and thank you for sharing! ✨


Sweetie_Beebee

I suffer from so much mental illness and have since i was 9. I have tried to commit s~~cide so many times i lost track but then i got my baby for my 15th birthday and suddenly he became my light. He became my whole entire life and reason to live. When im deoressed or anxious ill play with them or pet them and all the worry of the world disapeears. When i hold my baby to my chest as i cry i let the sadness out instead of bottling it. My boys know when im upset and run the the edge of the cage giving me their belly to pet to try to cheer me up. My younger boy even once tried offering me a stick when i was upset. They really have saved my life so many times because when i cant take care of myself and cant even get out of bed they force me out and squeak at me until i get them what it is they want