Kitten-Heeled Life Coach Platitudes

Impactful is the word that immediately came to mind.  Very much so, Luna.  There is nothing worse, it seems, as a cliche when you're in pain.  I admittedly have delivered such not because I wanted to, but because of their truth.  However, be that as it may be, when we are in the midst of darkness, that truth is difficult to see. So, what I try to say now, in all honesty, is this: try to dig yourself out of that pit with one thought at a time.  I always recommend listening to Abraham Hicks. She has many videos ( free on youtube ) regarding Depression and Anxiety that have really helped others change the focus of their thoughts - and thus life.  

This illustrates the feeling of depression, or waking to another mundane pattern perfectly.  I hope that pattern soon changes.  

You are absolutely correct, Ahavati.  The words are true and they are helpful in quiet moments of reflection, so I never really hate them.  My inner demons roll their eyes a lot when helpful words come along, but the rest of me is thrilled when anyone cares enough to remind me of truth.  My day always ends better, but the snapshot here of those first awake moments is pretty accurate.  The pattern always comes back to balanced, and like you, I’m hoping it’s soon.  Thank you for your kind words; they really are helpful 💜.

I know most people really mean well.  And truly, what actually helpful thing is there to say to someone in the middle of the muck?  I’m guilty of saying the same trite things when I don’t know what else to say, so I try to remember they probably don’t have a better thing to offer (because there really isn’t anything they CAN offer).  

Dear L,

If I had a nickel for every asinine thing I’ve heard in my hours of need. And you’re correct, people say the most inane things for many reasons. I think it’s mostly because they’re uncomfortable with whatever the situation is and because cliche’s are the easiest out.
I just want to screech “keep your pie whole shut and hug me if you need to do something!” I find it more appalling when the odious cliche’s come from the very professionals supposedly trained to help in delicate times of need!
Well, I sure hope you’re feeling more yourself because you know “it could be worse” and “whatever doesn't kill makes you stronger”  so “stay strong” she says as she inserts finger down throat🤮.  Insightful and great write!! 😉H🌷

I have often wondered what it must feel like to someone who has no mental limitations.  I can’t imagine it; my brain was conceived with the wires all crossed, and I’ve been trying to uncross them ever since.  But, I try to remember that not only can they not understand how rapid my thoughts are, or how dysfunctional those thoughts can be, I am also glad they don’t.  I need “normal” people in my life who can point out when I’ve left the pavement for rougher terrain.  I feel like they just don’t always know how to run that by me.  

So, my heart is always happy when someone cares enough to offer anything up, whether it be kind words, or hard-to-hear truths, even if I feel I have to admit my hands would also be happy if I could choke them out for just a minute.

Thank you, Honoria 💜

I like this gritty confessional, the title really caught my attention..

Thank you, PoetsRevenge 💜.

The construction of this is quite adroit. Beginning with the details of the dream, moving into the tangential description of the therapist, closing with gravity and intimacy. It has such candor and the emotions it subtly reveals are a lovely blend. Well penned alchemy.

Thank you, Daniel, I appreciate it 💜

Luna.. I love your power, and wordplay.. it seems effortless.. much respect..





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Thank you so much for the RL adds and the kind words; they are much appreciated 💜

My husband hates waking up during his grief process. Every morning he's automatically pissed off at life in general and has to hide out until the anxiety fades. Hugs. ❤️

I find a poem about therapy is poetic in itself. The expression of learning expression.
This piece has so many moments of relatability too. Like the Saturday alarm clock. You describe in seriousness but my relation to the line had a little chuckle.

That Saturday alarm clock is a bitch lol, but being able to roll over and go back to sleep is a gift in itself, so I’ll take that moment, too.  Thank you thank you for reading and for relating to my words ❤️