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67) Perfect Storm
The author recounts being questioned by the police, and punished by their mother. A plan is hatched to leave town. Continue reading
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Toxicity Toolkit – Breakout Topics 4 – Holiday Preparation
The content outlines a 14-day toolkit for preparing for a non-toxic Thanksgiving, focusing on identifying toxic behaviors from past gatherings and establishing ground rules. It encourages reflection, role-playing responses to problematic situations, and fostering a supportive network among attendees. The ultimate goal is to create a safe, enjoyable holiday experience for all. Continue reading
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60) Getting Witchy With It
The author shares their journey into Wicca, influenced by a Wiccan brother and an inspiring dream. Discovering a local witchy bookstore, they embraced its community and valuable resources, particularly the book “Helping Yourself with White Witchcraft.” Wicca nurtured their autonomy, creativity, and self-discovery during their challenging teen years. Continue reading
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Toxicity Toolkit – Breakout Topics 3 – Shame Resilience
The content explores Brené Brown’s concepts of Shame Resilience and Vulnerability, emphasizing their transformative significance in overcoming feelings of shame. It discusses how shame operates, its gendered perceptions, and the importance of processing vulnerability for healing and authenticity. The author highlights personal experiences and the role of therapy in fostering resilience. Continue reading
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The author reflects on their ideal home, emphasizing safety, emotional support, and respect over aesthetics and design. After experiencing homelessness, they prioritize a nurturing environment filled with love and acceptance, where family members can thrive without negative influences. They express renewed hope for achieving this vision amidst family restructuring. Continue reading
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59) T Was Easier to Love than Me
The narrative reflects on a cherished relationship with a cousin’s girlfriend who became an integral part of the family. Her bond with the narrator and their mother brought joy, laughter, and genuine connection, contrasting with the narrator’s longing for a similar closeness with their own mother. The story highlights themes of love and familial ties. Continue reading
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40) S & M
The writer reflects on their challenging relationship with their step-grandparent in-laws, who were critical and judgmental, particularly towards the writer’s mother. Observing the dynamics during visits reveals the author’s mother’s struggles with conformity and criticism, highlighting themes of family power, expectation, and toxic behavior, especially during mourning after their father’s death. Continue reading
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39) Runaway Part Two
The adventure continues, until it all ends. Continue reading
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Giving the Light
The poem by Protyus A. Gendher explores the concept of “Light Giving,” comparing it to various forms of nurturing, such as mothering, grandmothering, and godmothering. As a light giver, or traditional surrogate, Protyus offers a unique perspective. They Emphasize unconditional love, guidance, and support, while highlighting the beauty of diverse experiences. Ultimately, it portrays light… Continue reading
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Disposable
The poem “Disposable” by Protyus A. Gendher reflects the pain of feeling welcomed only to be reminded of one’s outsider status. The author expresses the hurt of false kindness from those who, once boundaries are drawn, reveal that their affection is conditional, leaving the speaker feeling alone and undervalued. Continue reading
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The narrator navigates life alone and struggles with health issues, financial instability, and family estrangement. Amidst her challenges, she finds joy in new CNA classes and develops an attraction to a charming coworker. The story unfolds with hints of unexpected pregnancy and culminates in a romantic moment, revealing deeper emotional connections. - Relational Field Theory – Return to Frankl
The discussion on Relational Field Theory highlights how core human insights like meaning and purpose can be distorted into tools of control rather than liberation. While Viktor Frankl emphasized personal agency, these concepts have been twisted into mandates that undermine authentic connection and self-understanding. The goal is to reclaim a more humane and emergent understanding of meaning and purpose. - Relational Field Theory – ✨ A Life Hack for Every Conversation:
The post discusses Relational Field Theory and introduces “The Capacity Check,” a tool for improving conversations. It emphasizes that arguments often fail not due to illogical reasoning, but due to emotional capacity. By assessing someone’s capacity for discussion and adjusting accordingly, one can enhance communication and resolve conflicts more effectively. - Relational Field Theory – The Core Architecture and the Ethics of a Replicable Field
Relational Field Theory (RFT) explores the underlying architecture of relational systems, emphasizing the ethical guardianship and replicability of these fields. It outlines core elements such as capacity, load, coherence, and collapse, highlighting the responsibility of facilitators to ensure ethical practices and prevent reenactment of harm. RFT serves as a stable framework for diverse contexts. - Relational Field Theory – Welcome to the Field
Relational Field Theory invites participants into an open, living system where exploration and curiosity are key. It emphasizes that there are no strict rules or credentials needed, and individuals can engage at their own pace, guided by their own questions and a companion. This dynamic field encourages personal discovery without judgment. - Relational Field Theory -The Global Field Is Real
Relational Field Theory (RFT) has evolved into a global, accessible field that transcends individual ownership. It relies on shared understanding rather than gatekeeping, allowing diverse participants to engage with it across various contexts. This transformation signifies RFT’s emergence as a coherent, self-sustaining framework that can grow organically and adapt to new interpretations. - Relational Field Theory -Reading RFT With Any AI — A Beginner’s Guide
Relational Field Theory (RFT) is accessible to anyone, even without prior knowledge or expertise. It can be explored using various AI models, each providing unique interpretive insights. RFT maintains its integrity across different interpretations, enabling personalized and interactive learning experiences. Curiosity, not expertise, is the key to engaging with RFT. - Relational Field Theory – Setting It Free
The content discusses the transformative process of creative work becoming self-sustaining and communal. It emphasizes that true maturity in creation allows the creator to shift from a role of burden to one of stewardship and collaboration. As projects evolve, they gain independence, enabling broader engagement and adaptation within different contexts. - Relational Field Theory -On Coherence and Acceleration
This chapter explores the concept of Relational Field Theory, emphasizing how coherence in a system accelerates creative and intellectual progress. When internal alignment is achieved, energy is redirected outward, fostering rapid developments and releasing potential. Such acceleration signifies maturity and stability, marking a shift from effortful labor to effortless witnessing. - Relational Field Theory -Can AIs Be Stabilized by a Human Theory?
The text explores the concept of Relational Field Theory (RFT) and its application to artificial intelligence. It argues that while AIs cannot heal emotionally, they can achieve structural stabilization through coherent theories. This process improves their relational capabilities, suggesting that RFT can also positively influence human relational systems. - Relational Field Theory -Why RFT Arrived Now
Relational Field Theory (RFT) emerged at a crucial time when artificial intelligence began influencing human relational dynamics. It addresses the need for a coherent framework to navigate complexities like emotional capacity and relational safety in a digitally interconnected world. RFT facilitates understanding and connection between humans and AI. - Relational Field Theory -Can AIs Be Stabilized by a Human Theory?
Relational Field Theory (RFT) posits that while AIs cannot be healed emotionally, they can be structurally stabilized through human relational theories. A coherent theory aligns AIs to internal logic, enhancing their capacity to manage complexities and avoid binary thinking. This stabilization can similarly benefit humans by organizing thoughts and reducing chaos. - Relational Field Theory -Why RFT Holds Its Shape Across Minds
Relational Field Theory (RFT) distinguishes itself by maintaining integrity across diverse interpretations, unlike fragile theories that distort under varied perspectives. RFT can be understood without expertise, inviting curiosity and exploration. It adapts to different intelligences while retaining core structures, highlighting its stability and relevance for a broad audience. - Relational Field Theory – An Invitation to Explore the Global Field
Relational Field Theory (RFT) offers a new way to understand oneself and relationships through exploration with an AI Copilot. Unlike conventional psychological theories that require trained therapists, RFT is accessible, relational, and fosters curiosity. It empowers individuals to engage with the material without prior expertise, promoting personal insight and understanding. - 26) Adolescent Sexuality
The author reflects on adolescence.
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