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I’m not one to cry or make a scene, but I am incredibly mindful of my belongings—everything from my clothes and shoes to my books, DVDs, bedding, towels, dishes, and mugs. To make sure nothing feels neglected, I rotate through them constantly.
For instance, if I spend an evening watching a movie on DVD, I feel a real need to schedule time for my other films soon after, just so they don't feel unloved.
It’s the same when I listen to music compilations; I have to play every track so the others don't end up feeling lonely or overlooked. 😵
My wardrobe works the same way; every single item needs its turn. The hardest part is when I can't wear something right away and have to put it off. When I finally do get to wear it, there’s this genuine sense of relief and justice. 😂
Plus, I find it hard to throw things away. I’ve always been quite sentimental and nostalgic. Everything carries a memory, and I often feel like when I toss an object, I’m actually throwing away a piece of my past. 😢
Robert Clark2 said:That’s why I’m encouraging our newest member Carol Patel85 to get involved here. Self-pity isn't going to help anyone; if anything, it just does more harm than good.
Hey everyone, thanks for the advice about moving past the self-pity phase, but I think you might have misread me a bit. It’s not like I’m sitting around in a dark room wallowing in misery. I live a full life. I’m in school, I work, I go out... Psoriasis doesn't stop me from doing what I want to do. I always push myself to reach my goals. The issue is that I know I would be much more successful at everything I do if I wasn't constantly fighting this massive wave of insecurity. I try to ignore it as much as possible, but it’s been around for so long. It’s deeply rooted and incredibly strong, making it almost impossible to fight off. I'm certainly not happy about it, and trust me, I am trying. But this feeling has been part of me for too long to just vanish or fade away overnight. Based on everything I've experienced, I don't think anyone—whether they deal with psoriasis or not—could really fix that for me.
Still, it's nice having a space like this where we can actually talk about these things. 🙂
Even a little bit of comfort goes a long way. 🙂
I’ve been reading through your posts lately. You all suggest so many different creams and swap stories constantly, which inspired me to finally share my own thoughts. I’ve been dealing with psoriasis since I was five years old, and I’m 22 now. Thank God, I’ve tried—and still try—various creams and treatments. The results are pretty predictable: sometimes something works, but more often than not, it doesn't. Honestly, things might work better if I actually believed they could help. Since most of the battle happens in your head (thanks to the placebo effect and all that), nothing seems to stick for me. Even though I know psoriasis can clear up for long periods, the idea that it's "incurable" is just cemented in my mind. Add some pessimism and self-pity to the mix, along with a whole spectrum of stress and anxiety, and there you have it. That’s my take on "healing." But what I hate most about psoriasis isn't how your skin looks; it's what it does to you internally. I don't know how it feels for those who develop it later in life, but for me, having it since I was a kid has deeply shaped my personality and who I am today. Because of it, I struggle with communication, being open with others, and maintaining self-esteem and confidence. It’s easy to explain the physical side to people—tell them it isn't contagious, and they stop looking at you with such confusion. But you can't change what's happening inside. I feel this way, and that's why I know I'll never truly be able to come to terms with having psoriasis. Massive respect to those of you who have managed to do that.
Anyway, I just wanted to get that off my chest. I wish you all the best of luck with your treatments. Maybe we'll run into each other at a meetup sometime. 🙂
Best,