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Toxicity Toolkit 3 – The First Month
The first month of the Toxicity Toolkit program focuses on reducing toxic behaviors within families. Weekly exercises encourage journaling, reflection, and confronting personal toxicities. Participants must be open to feedback and willing to engage in introspection for improvement. Resistance is common but signifies the need for change towards healthier relationships. Continue reading
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44) Autism Part Two
The post discusses the overlooked history of Autism and its intersection with societal control and conformity. It contrasts traditional views of Pathological Demand Avoidance with evolutionary perspectives that consider it an antithetical response to tyranny. The author encourages viewers to engage with a TikTok discussing Autism’s relationship with authoritarianism. Continue reading
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Toxicity Toolkit 2 – Build Your Toolkit
The content serves as a comprehensive guide for utilizing The Toxicity Toolkit, detailing a structured approach to building a toolkit over three months, divided into weekly segments. It emphasizes the availability of audio resources and encourages feedback on harmful content, promoting awareness of privilege in the process. Continue reading
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43) My First Surgery
The narrator recounts their experience of having a ruptured ovarian cyst mistaken for appendicitis, leading to surgery. They reflect on feelings of neglect and misunderstanding from their mother, who doubted their pain. Post-surgery, they continued to endure monthly cyst ruptures while coping with the emotional and physical challenges of their condition. Continue reading
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Toxicity Toolkit 1 – Start Here
The Toxicity Toolkit addresses toxic behaviors that affect relationships, arising from various life experiences. It acknowledges that everyone displays toxic traits and aims to provide exercises for families to combat toxicity and cultivate healthier communication. The toolkit emphasizes recognizing toxicity, employing dialectical behavioral therapy, and fostering a positive environment for growth. Continue reading
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42) Bonobo Cycle Breakers
The post discusses the significance of Bonobos and other non-aggressive cultures in understanding dysregulation within society. It highlights how these groups demonstrate mechanisms for regulating aggression and power dynamics, contrasting them with societies that favor power for its own sake. Ultimately, it advocates for examining and learning from these cycle-breaking models. Continue reading
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Zebra Files 31) Physical Therapy
The author shares their experiences with physical therapy, highlighting the challenges and discomfort encountered while addressing hip, back, and shoulder issues. Despite initial soreness and excitement about progress, they face setbacks including increased shoulder pain and joint issues. The journey emphasizes the complexity of rehabilitation and the importance of careful exercise management. 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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Zebra Files 29) Hyperfixation- My Best Friend And Worst Enemy
The author discusses the challenges of hyperfixation related to ADHD and Autism, detailing its impact on their daily life and struggles with hypermobility syndrome. Despite learning to manage hyperfixation with maturity, they still find it difficult to detach from tasks. The narrative reflects on personal growth and coping strategies. Continue reading
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39) Runaway Part Two
The adventure continues, until it all ends. Continue reading
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Zebra Files 27) Boiling Chicken
The author reflects on the underrated value of boiled chicken, particularly in making flavorful chicken soup. Boiling is essential for creating a tasty outcome, likened to a necessary lifestyle change that may seem unpleasant initially. Trusting the process leads to rewarding results, turning boiled chicken into a beloved meal, “Chicken Carcass.” Continue reading
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37) That One Time I Snuck Out
The author reflects on their high school choir experience, where singing provided comfort and connection. They describe a close friendship with Mr. E, a rebellious peer, sharing dreams and secrets during secret visits. A risky late-night venture ultimately leads to panic and Mr. E’s sudden disappearance, leaving unresolved feelings behind. Continue reading
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Zebra Files 26) The Power of a Shower
The post discusses the author’s personal journey through caffeine withdrawal, emphasizing the importance of self-care. They describe acknowledging their struggles, countering cravings, and nurturing themselves with nutritious food and meaningful conversations. The acronym “Please Master” highlights self-care’s role in emotional regulation, fostering healthier patterns, and promoting overall well-being. Continue reading
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Zebra Files 26) Backwards is also Backwards
The author expresses the struggle of managing their health system challenges related to hypermobility, including denied medical referrals and insurance issues. Despite making progress, they are dealing with discouragement, caffeine withdrawal, and the pressure of adult responsibilities. They embrace their current difficulties while maintaining hope for future improvements. Continue reading
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35) The Panopticon
The content discusses the concept of the Panopticon and its implications in everyday life, reflecting on how surveillance influences behavior. It shares personal anecdotes of growing up in a community where individuals constantly monitored each other, leading to anxiety and a sense of inescapability. The narrative highlights the psychological effects of such a surveillance culture. Continue reading
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