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  1. Cactusflower replied to the thread psychophysiological dizziness syndrome.

    Hi @Stephanie71 Congrats on your new baby! Since you have a strong knowledge of being hard on yourself, consider how hard you are being...

    Nov 29, 2025 at 3:26 PM

  2. Cactusflower replied to the thread Small (big?) breakthrough.

    :happy::happy::happy:

    Nov 28, 2025 at 1:17 PM

  3. Cactusflower liked Diana-M's post in the thread Small (big?) breakthrough.

    Things are worse and better for me… but the better is the only thing that counts. I believe my symptoms are worse lately because I’m...

    Nov 28, 2025 at 1:17 PM

  4. Cactusflower replied to the thread Symptoms aren’t an indicator of how close you are to getting better.

    This is true. I know I am progressing very well, yet had more symptoms last week coming back from vacation and holidays…instead of...

    Nov 28, 2025 at 1:15 PM

  5. Cactusflower replied to the thread I am recovering from heart valve replacement surgery.

    My Mum had valve surgery and survived some very difficult medical issues surrounding it, at 80. Mum had a challenging personality, and...

    Nov 28, 2025 at 2:33 AM

  6. Cactusflower replied to the thread Praise Yourself & Celebrate Small Wins – Proud of Myself on a Tough Day!.

    Sorry @BloodMoon ... I know you know it will get better, but sometimes we just have to rest and give that a chance to happen.

    Nov 27, 2025 at 8:00 PM

  7. Cactusflower replied to the thread Why no progress?.

    This is why doing the SEP - the Structured Educational Program which is free on this website. Day 0 recommends reading a book by Dr....

    Nov 27, 2025 at 1:11 AM

  8. Cactusflower replied to the thread Why no progress?.

    This is excellent insight! Many people report feeling that ADHD is a form of TMS - I believe it is very similar in function to folks who...

    Nov 26, 2025 at 7:57 PM

  9. Cactusflower replied to the thread Why no progress?.

    Along with @Bloodmoon’s excellent suggestions to try, remind yourself that you are learning to meditate. Learning is a state that...

    Nov 26, 2025 at 1:17 PM

  10. Cactusflower liked Diana-M's post in the thread Plantar Fasciitis.

    I hear you! Of course. Sorry I said it that way. I was just musing to myself that you always seem preoccupied with the physical, and...

    Nov 25, 2025 at 1:55 PM

  11. Cactusflower liked BloodMoon's post in the thread 'Quit Ruminating & Brooding' - a book by psychologist Olle Wadstrom.

    I'm so pleased to hear that you have got your husband's support and therefore a firm base from which to take one day at a time to...

    Nov 25, 2025 at 1:53 PM

  12. Cactusflower liked Diana-M's post in the thread 'Quit Ruminating & Brooding' - a book by psychologist Olle Wadstrom.

    Oh, I hope this is true! But I will say yes, it has taken a lot of time and effort to get to the point where my eyes were opened—and...

    Nov 25, 2025 at 1:51 PM

  13. Cactusflower replied to the thread 'Quit Ruminating & Brooding' - a book by psychologist Olle Wadstrom.

    “ It's difficult but it completely changes the dynamics of the relationship. Love, compassion and forgiveness are always the answer--for...

    Nov 25, 2025 at 1:51 PM

  14. Cactusflower liked Ellen's post in the thread 'Quit Ruminating & Brooding' - a book by psychologist Olle Wadstrom.

    Also, once our boundaries are strengthened we can reach into feelings of compassion towards the person who is lashing out at us. We can...

    Nov 25, 2025 at 1:45 PM

  15. Cactusflower liked Diana-M's post in the thread Plantar Fasciitis.

    @Mr Hip Guy, What I noticed the most about your long post is how much (95%?) discusses physical aspects of your symptoms and how you...

    Nov 24, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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