ehguyitsmebuddy1d ago

Managing knowledge and feelings that can't be shared

https://lemmy.world/post/44671521

Managing knowledge and feelings that can't be shared - Lemmy.World

If you are unable to share certain thoughts or feelings with any other human in any meaningful way, how can a person manage this in a healthy way? Both psychologically sound and proven methods as well as personal anecdotes are welcome. Please assume sharing is non-negotiable which precludes close friends, family, and/or professionals.

Show threadehguyitsmebuddy
One thing I want to try is journaling, to start.
Mar 24 at 7:01amWeb
Show threadFlying_Penguin1d ago
Start by just writing what you did that day. When you woke up. What you ate. Who you interacted with. How you felt throught the day. Eventually you will start to open up to yourself. Thats when the words seem to start writing themselves.
Show threadehguyitsmebuddy1d ago
What do you think of combining this approach with simple train of thought and/or sporadic notes? Funnily enough I didn’t even think of writing on a schedule or in a structured way until you just mentioned it.
Show threadFlying_Penguin1d ago
Maybe look into bullet journaling? Its not as straight forword as just writing down your thoughts. Its a more intimidating form of journaling, but in a good way. When i used that method i found that its complex format did a really good job at filtering my thoughts. Which took a lot of weight off my shoulders, allowing me to put more focus into bettering myself.
Show threadJakoJakoJako131d ago

Why the hold up on unrestricted thoughts? Are you afraid someone will see it? Journals are as private as you make them. If the only person seeing it is you, let it flow. If you really feel ashamed of something you wrote you can always rip the page out.

If you’re afraid of what you’ll write then look at it like this. It’s better to get thoughts out than let them linger. Treat your brain as a refrigerator. You try to keep it full of fresh food. If something lingers for too long it gets moldy and disgusting and the fridge starts to smell. Whatever is rotten, you throw it out.

Show threadehguyitsmebuddy1d ago
Both the reasons you listed may be part of it. I will try to approach it from your perspective which can help me to force myself. I will be able to do it if I really dedicate time and attention to it.