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Posted by Deneb on January 29, 2007, at 21:43:56
Some weeks ago people wrote they want me to leave Babble. I think it's because of my triggering posts. I'm sorry.
I'll try not to write or chat when I'm upset. I'm try to remember to never talk about self harm.
I'm going to try to be a better, more sensitive person. If I ever hurt myself I must never write about it. I have to remember that. I must never write that I've hurt myself. I won't hurt myself again, but if I do I must never write it.
I'm sorry.
Deneb*
Posted by Deneb on January 29, 2007, at 23:52:46
In reply to I'm really sorry about triggering people, posted by Deneb on January 29, 2007, at 21:43:56
I was chatting with some people and I learned that I use the word "OD" too readily. It turns out that when other people think "OD" they think "suicide". I just use the term overdose to mean taking more than the recommended amount. I don't mean to say I was trying to kill myself. I'm sorry for the misunderstanding. I was NOT trying to kill myself.
Deneb*
Posted by Phillipa on January 30, 2007, at 10:18:42
In reply to I just learned something, posted by Deneb on January 29, 2007, at 23:52:46
Well I don't go to chat. Don't know how. But typically when someone says OD it does mean to harm one's self. Love Phillipa
Posted by Michael83 on January 30, 2007, at 18:48:49
In reply to I'm really sorry about triggering people, posted by Deneb on January 29, 2007, at 21:43:56
I don't think it was that big of a deal Deneb.
I know first hand that even really dumb things can "trigger" my anxiety and fear. It's not really something I can always avoid. I think some might come here expecting a perfectly "trigger free" zone. Such a place does not exist. I am constantly freaked out by things (my intense fear of death) like cemeteries, some churches (not all, only ones I get a bad vibe from), and other related things. But I cannot avoid those things (as much as I do try), I just have to get through it.
I meant to tell you earlier, but regarding people being hostile towards you, you have to remember, a lot of people on here (on a forum regarding psychological issues) are stressed out and have problems. If someone freaks out about something you say, it's not always your fault. People like this can be easily triggered into anger for no reason. Everyone should try to avoid triggering others, but people need to realize they live in reality, and triggers can be anywhere and everywhere. It's something I've had to come to face with.
Posted by Deneb on January 31, 2007, at 0:13:13
In reply to Re: I'm really sorry about triggering people » Deneb, posted by Michael83 on January 30, 2007, at 18:48:49
I'm just going to make sure I write "trigger" on my triggering posts.
Deneb*
Posted by Kath on January 31, 2007, at 17:02:39
In reply to I just learned something, posted by Deneb on January 29, 2007, at 23:52:46
Thanks for your apology Deneb. And best of luck about remembering.
I think on Chat especially it's important for all of us (it's NOT just you!) to be careful.
On chat there's no option that I know of about ********marks*******
Thanks for your posts.
hugs, Kath
Posted by Kath on January 31, 2007, at 17:27:24
In reply to Re: I just learned something » Deneb, posted by Phillipa on January 30, 2007, at 10:18:42
> Well I don't go to chat. Don't know how. But typically when someone says OD it does mean to harm one's self. Love Phillipa
Hi Phillipa,
Chat is pretty easy.
You go to Babblechat near the very bottom of this page, under all the posts.
You click on it, then type your posting name where it asks for it, then go to password & it'll appear automatically. Then hit login (I think it is).
Then there's Room 1 & Room 2 It'll tell on the right who is "in" the room.
There's a place at the bottom left where you type your message & then hit Enter of the Post 'button' beside what you've typed.
Then after a few seconds what you typed will appear above at the left.
Usually everyone else will say HI to you & it can feel a little overwhelming.
If you decide to try it - type as the first thing, "Hi - it's my first time here." then people will know & can help you if you want.
When you go to Babblechat at the bottom, there'll be a number beside it telling how many people are "in" chat right then. My usualy problem is that nobody is there.
I hope you try it sometime. Maybe we could arrange a time then we could chat "live".
hugs, Phillipa, luv, Kath
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