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Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences. It's always a bit comforting to know that I'm not alone in feeling these emotional waves, even though they can be tough to navigate. What's been on my mind a lot lately is this complex whirlwind of emotions tied up with my twin connection, which has stirred up all sorts of feelings—longing, nostalgia, and those old, nagging abandonment issues.
Recently, after some silence between us since my last message, I felt this incredible urge to reach out again. And I'm so glad I did because our conversation took a sweet turn that I've been hoping for. This was just the kind of exchange that reminded me why I miss having them in my life so much.
But then came this unexpected trigger. When his girlfriend posted something on his Facebook and I realized they were living together, it hit me harder than I'd like to admit. It brought up those feelings of inadequacy and loneliness—like an old wound opening up again. It’s like this dance between wanting to connect deeply but feeling the pang of co-dependence creeping back in.
It's been a bit of a reality check for sure! While these feelings are intense now, I've started recognizing they're rooted more deeply than just what's happening with my twin. They travel back to childhood days when abandonment seemed like an uninvited guest showing up too often at both the hands of him and my father.
On days like today, it's essential (oops!)—I mean important—to remind myself that yes, this too shall pass. That thought is helping me stay afloat when emotions feel suffocating. Yet honestly, I'm at a point where I'd love some advice on how best to rebuild trust—not just with them but within myself as well—and find self-acceptance even when gripped by anger and hurt.
One book that's been precious to me during such times is "The Alchemist," by Paulo Coelho. If you haven't read it yet, you must! Those pages hold magic — no kidding! — and reflect beautifully on personal growth amid storms.
I’d love your thoughts or similar experiences — how have you managed when dealing with such heart-tugging matters? Thanks so much for being here and listening; it means more than words can express right now.
Recently, after some silence between us since my last message, I felt this incredible urge to reach out again. And I'm so glad I did because our conversation took a sweet turn that I've been hoping for. This was just the kind of exchange that reminded me why I miss having them in my life so much.
But then came this unexpected trigger. When his girlfriend posted something on his Facebook and I realized they were living together, it hit me harder than I'd like to admit. It brought up those feelings of inadequacy and loneliness—like an old wound opening up again. It’s like this dance between wanting to connect deeply but feeling the pang of co-dependence creeping back in.
It's been a bit of a reality check for sure! While these feelings are intense now, I've started recognizing they're rooted more deeply than just what's happening with my twin. They travel back to childhood days when abandonment seemed like an uninvited guest showing up too often at both the hands of him and my father.
On days like today, it's essential (oops!)—I mean important—to remind myself that yes, this too shall pass. That thought is helping me stay afloat when emotions feel suffocating. Yet honestly, I'm at a point where I'd love some advice on how best to rebuild trust—not just with them but within myself as well—and find self-acceptance even when gripped by anger and hurt.
One book that's been precious to me during such times is "The Alchemist," by Paulo Coelho. If you haven't read it yet, you must! Those pages hold magic — no kidding! — and reflect beautifully on personal growth amid storms.
I’d love your thoughts or similar experiences — how have you managed when dealing with such heart-tugging matters? Thanks so much for being here and listening; it means more than words can express right now.