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I’m OVER IT!

By | 26 Comments | Published: August 16, 2012

I’m just letting you all know I’m taking a break.  I’m feeling overwhelmed, upset and a little over it.  I think some days I have created a Monster.

I love I.M but, you see I take a lot of shit on.   A lot of you only ever see a fraction of what I see.

I feel what others feel, and that can really be debilitating.  I sometimes find it really hard to switch off.

You see, I don’t do this half heartedly I.M is an extension of me.

This child abuse thing nearly killed me.  I felt like fire was pumping through my veins.  My body was filled with so much anger and stress.

And yet. I had to be present.  I had to act in a concious manner.  Like a professional some how.

You see I am only human.  I’m nothing special I too have frailties, I too find life hard at times.

Sometimes I feel like I’m on an island.  And that Island can be freaking lonely and Isolating at times.

A little deep for a Thursday.   But, It’s how I feel.  I need a break, my mind is way too busy I can’t here me..

The page will be unattended for a bit.  please feel free to post questions however Kelly and I won’t be there to moderate.

Ciao

 

 

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  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=664499387 Jennifer Morgan

    I’m sad its gotten to this point, but can definitely empathise with how you are feeling. I hope you get a much needed break. x

  • Marcia

    Whilst it’s not good that you need to take the break, I think it’s great that you can tell that you need one and that you are able to do so. xoxox

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1196379603 Susie Middleton

    hugs hugs hugs xxxx
    I totally relate to feeling what others feel… take care lovely

  • Riokris

    will miss you, take care x

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=575060675 Evana Woods

    Look after urself Kristy! lots of love xx

  • Kim

    Take a break, thinking of you. I know exactly how you feel, something we all need to learn is to be able to help with compassion and yet know how not to take it into our hearts, and lives, to feel and understand each other and also to know when to step back and breathe.

  • Kate Gough

    Totally understandable – there was a LOT of pressure on you with this latest one. You have self elected yourself as a moderator for almost 9000 women for no profit at all – it’s a HUGE job and you are more than due for a break… take care Hun… it is a BIG testament to your character that you know when to take a break! Almost 9000 Mums and women are in your corner cheering for you!!

  • Emma

    Well I will still be stopping by your FB page to help out other IM’s while you are taking a break, as I’m sure many others will. We will do our best so enjoy your break as best you can. BIG hugs. Xx

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1566204840 Paula Hives

    I love you even more now, it shows you are a real human being. Have a great break and thanks for all you have given to us all!!

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=597600969 Jane Morgan

    I work with a lot of abused children and their families and a while ago our clinical psychologist diagnosed me with “compassion fatigue”. While I was caring deeply for the children I had a lot of resentment and coldness towards their parents. It’s OK to say we aren’t coping, sometimes I feel like the families suck me dry and there’s nothing left for me, my husband or my children. While I’m sure that we will miss you, your kids and husband and friends are probably missing you right now and that’s not OK! Take as much time as you need to fill yourself up again. We will be here when you’re ready to come back and if you decide that it’s not worth it then we will have to deal with that- Not you! xx

  • Kylie Ryan-Milroy

    Yes ! It’s called ‘walking the walk’ … Most people can talk the talk but to give advice you need to also be able to listen & accept some. Take the time, love/laugh/cuddle/sigh/be kind to you. Isn’t that the real point of I.M. ? I can only imagine the external pressure & internal turmoil you must endure. Big stttreeetttccchhh K, enjoy.

  • Zanni Arnot

    Good on you. It’s called self care. < 3 Good luck, and you will be missed by many, though we understand.

  • Chogsta

    hang in there…

  • http://www.theimperfectmum.com.au/ The Imperfect Mum

    Yep, that’s what I have compassion fatigue. Thanks Jane. I appreciate your beautiful words. X

  • http://www.theimperfectmum.com.au/ The Imperfect Mum

    Thanks Marcia. X

  • http://www.theimperfectmum.com.au/ The Imperfect Mum

    Ohhh Thanks Kate. You’re beautiful and I so happy you are with me… Sisters caring for one another. XX

  • http://www.theimperfectmum.com.au/ The Imperfect Mum

    Ohhh Thanks Paula. I love your comment. XX

  • http://www.theimperfectmum.com.au/ The Imperfect Mum

    Thanks Zanni. I appreciate your words. XX

  • http://www.theimperfectmum.com.au/ The Imperfect Mum

    Thanks so much Emma XX

  • http://www.theimperfectmum.com.au/ The Imperfect Mum

    Thanks Kim. Yep I’m stepping back and taking a deep breath. I feel better already.

  • http://www.theimperfectmum.com.au/ The Imperfect Mum

    Thanks beautiful. – Will do!

  • http://www.theimperfectmum.com.au/ The Imperfect Mum

    Thanks Darlin – Love it when you pop in. XX

  • http://www.theimperfectmum.com.au/ The Imperfect Mum

    Thanks Evana XXX

  • http://www.theimperfectmum.com.au/ The Imperfect Mum

    Thanks Darlin xx

  • http://www.theimperfectmum.com.au/ The Imperfect Mum

    Thanks Susie. XX

  • http://www.theimperfectmum.com.au/ The Imperfect Mum

    Thanks Jennifer. XX