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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

8 years

It may not feel like it now,believe me I know, BUT the day will come u'll see the lessons learnt have changed ur life

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

8 years

It may not feel like it now,believe me I know, BUT the day will come u'll see the lessons learnt have changed ur life

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

My lovely dad left us this morning peacefully and without distress. 89 years in this adventure, he is now beginning the next . RIP Peter Jenkins ❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 years

MY GRANDSON’S FEET JUST HRS AFTER BIRTH-he’s brand,spanking new&has no concept of his self-worth. The opinions of others will shape that4him. U were new once 2& ur opinion of urself was shaped by others-ur not 2 blame if u feel worthless. U arrived here beautiful &u still are.❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

6 months

OH HOW TRUE THIS IS - DO YOU AGREE ?😀

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 months

DONT LET ANYONE TELL YOU THAT YOU SHOULD BE DOING BETTER THAN YOU ARE IN GETTING OVER WHAT YOUVE BEEN THROUGH .. they’ve no idea what theyre talking about.. healing takes time and you’re doing just fine

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

6 years

Came across this today and it so beautifully articulates how I’d love to be able to help those of you on here who are hurting that I’m sharing it to let you know how I and so many of this MH Twitter tribe feel. We really care about you ❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

3 years

DOES THIS RING TRUE FOR YOU?

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

1 year

IS THERE ANYONE ELSE who gets frustrated that yrs,sometimes even decades,into their trauma recovery journey they can be triggered by stuff that needs more work? I know,rationally,I shouldnt be surprised,but emotionally,after a recent trigger,I could do with some encouragement ❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

I love all this positive attitude stuff - I preach it and practice it - it’s vital and effective -but, bloody hell, there are some days you just want to say “what the fuck?” 🤣😂 - anybody else agree?

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

Saw this and had to share it - it explains so much - we are not alone. What are your thoughts on this?

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

6 years

This really resonated with me and made me feel better - I hope it has the same effect for you

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 years

I’ve just come across this which perfectly sums up what I was saying in my earlier post

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

1 year

JEEZ LOUISE !!! How true is that ! If it’s true for you give me a thumbs up 👍👍👍

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

6 years

Sending love and understanding, kindness and acceptance, support and encouragement to you - yes you - if you are desperate, struggling, feeling hopeless, fearful or whatever you’re going through today. Hang in there - it WILL get better ❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

Hi everyone - just to let you know I won’t be tweeting for a few days - being alone fora month has taken its toll and I’m going to live at my sisters for a bit - I’ll be fine - I just need some equilibrium restored Take care and stay safe ❤️❤️❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

3 years

THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVE SAID “ENOUGH” & chosen to ensure generational trauma ends with you ARE AMAZING. The greatest gift we can give our children is to do what it takes to ensure that the toxic pain&trauma of family history is not passed on to them. Who on here is doing that now?

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

8 months

AN AMAZING THING HAS HAPPENED-My lovely Harley was in foster care while I lived at my sisters&waited4my house purchase2go through. He ran away! We searched but it=in vain. YESTERDAY,after 2 & 1/2 yrs,a vet rang2say a local farmer brought him in. He=microchipped&hes coming home😀

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

4 years

Hi - just to let anyone who saw my tweet about my cancer tests today - THERE WAS NO CANCER - I’m so happy and relieved x

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

7 years

Love this - it made me laugh out loud - can anyone else relate?

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

4 years

I went out last night 4 the first time in ages&decided I’m going to grow old disgracefully-black lipstick&a biker jacket is good for the soul 🤣😄 We all age-I’m 63 on the outside but I’m 28 we wrinkle&sag let’s celebrate we are alive&live r inside age 😊

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 years

I LOOK SO HAPPY-carefree at 23 in the US army. TRUTH = I was in an abusive marriage&we needed money-I = 2scared2leave him&I joined the army reserves2earn extra4us-here Ive completed training in Texas&am about2fly home-Im terrified. Dont trust the smile-ask how someone really is❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

7 years

I know what days like this are like. Don’t berate yourself. Feel no shame. Remember that the struggle is real and the journey is hard. Know that you are sick not weak, tired not lazy, and that there are days when surviving, just existing, is a victory.

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

3 years

Just saw this and I think it’s really powerful - I’m gonna give it a go. What do you think of it?

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

7 years

I love this - it’s true - read it more than once, let it sink in - own it.

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

7 years

The wonderful Carrie Fisher once said,”You have a mental illness but your mental illness does not have you.” If anyone knew the strength it takes to live with a mental illness - she did. I miss her - just knowing she was on the planet was somehow comforting

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

8 months

Currently enjoying the warmth and ocean view from our hotel in fuertoventura having left the cold and soggy british isles behind for a week - have a lovely day everyone 😊❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

Hi to this lovely twitter tribe - I’m afraid I’m taking a hiatus from twitter for a bit as my tapering symptoms are back with a vengeance and my brain is like a bag of sand. Love to you all and I’ll be engaging again soon I hope ❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

6 years

Leaving a violent partner is terrifying but so is staying. I salute all of us that found the courage to leave, and to those of you who have not left yet, I beg you to go. It does get better

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

1 year

😂🤣😂🤣 this is 100% me. Who else can relate?

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

3 years

DON’T LET ANYONE judge the way you are surviving … the abuse you were in was yours … the route you took out of it was yours…and the journey into recovery you are on is yours too. Listen,learn,grow but don’t let anyone judge you. You are amazing

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

6 years

I just came across this and I love it - it really speaks to me at the moment.

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

1 year

SO MUCH OF YOUR TRAUMA RECOVERY TAKES PLACE IN SOLITUDE so few people,if any, know ur struggle-But sweetheart,those of us who also walk this path, see ur tough days&sleepless nights, the flashbacks&anxiety, ur determination, resolve&courage &we want2tell you ur not alone❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

Invisible illnesses-mental health2chronic fatigue,fibromyalgia,any illness,in fact,that does not bleed profusely or exhibit overt symptoms is SO misunderstood.I wouldn’t want2look as bad as I feel(heaven forbid)but when people say”but you look fine”I want to throttle them-do you?

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 years

ANXIETY SAYS.. # dont dare 2b you-no one will like you # dont dare 2 try it u-wont be any good # dont dare to dream-u’ll only be disappointed # dont dare 2 set boundaries- u’ll lose all ur friends you see anxiety tells u its keeping u safe when really its keeping u prisoner

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

3 years

😊❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

8 months

Im struggling with aCPTSD issue at present&its deeply unpleasant&scary. Im saying this,NOT 4sympathy,but cos I want U2 know urNOT alone&that this meme isnt a platitude but something im living by right now. It feels like the end ofthe world when we’re struggling but we will b ok❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

3 years

THIS IS VERY TRUE AND A GOOD MOTTO TO LIVE BY - it also amused me 😊

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

1 year

I THINK ITS TIME FOR ANOTHER VISIT FROM TOM to remind us that being true to who we are is much better than compromising our true selves just so we fit in with the crowd 😊👍

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

6 years

No matter how hard the tough shit I’ve been through in my life may have chopped away at me,even practically destroyed me at times, it has not,and will not,annihilate me or make me give up.I WILL keep growing&I will be stronger&more beautiful than I was before-and so will you

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 years

I dont hide tough times out of shame or anything-my loved ones know I “go through it” but if u have Cptsd/ptsd then u know that managing triggers,flashbacks etc is something we do alone,deep,personal,within us,even when we’re supported. I salute ur bravery&perseverance-ur amazing

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

6 months

😂😂 jeez - this is so true of me - is it true of you too? 😂

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

6 years

I love getting older for all these reasons 😎

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

It takes time and patience and support but it is possible my friends - I’m living proof - what flowers will you plant there instead?

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

7 years

People who don’t understand mental illness can mean well but say&do totally the wrong thing can’t they.Wouldn’tUlove2have something like this2hand2them asUsmile sweetly&sip your tea 🤣 What kind of stuff have you heard?I was once told it was God testing me&improving my faith😳

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

7 months

THE BEHAVIOURS YOU EXHIBIT AFTER EXPERIENCING TRAUMA ARE NOT ABNORMAL BUT PERFECTLY NORMAL SURVIVAL SKILLS .. and you are now on the very challenging journey of learning how to let them go & figuring out how to live your life in freedom. That is what recovery is all about 😊❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 years

THIS IS SO TRUE and sometimes we just need to hear it ❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

7 years

I absolutely love this

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

7 years

I love these words. They make me smile. They lift me above the sofa and the pillow; the boredom and shed tears of the illness that keeps me homebound. They give me hope and make my soul sing

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

4 years

I have certainly found this to be true. What about you?

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

4 years

Hi - Thank u 4 ur support while I’ve not been tweeting.I had a Cptsd flashback which debilitated me for 2 weeks&I took time out2find my was hell but Ive learnt some things as a result that make me feel stronger.yup-trauma recovery is the princess&the pea😊

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

This has been my experience - what are you guys thoughts on this?

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 years

IT TOOK ME FAR TOO LONG TO REALISE THIS. People pleasing,co-dependency,needing to prove youre worth loving,rescuing others to the detriment of your own needs,are all traits of childhood trauma. Setting boundaries&realising that saying NO doesnt make you a bad person is recovery😊

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

1 year

Hideous-A therapist tell me,when I started seeing her about my 10 yrs of an abusive marriage “You should be over this by now” It devastated me,filled me with more shame,self blame,&caused me terrible anxiety that I was beyond help. WTF is wrong with these people? Theyre a danger

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@Ronnie_524

1 year

@KarenUnrue Many times in my life, this has been true. I even had one mental health professional call me a malingerer. Needless to say, I fired him that day.

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

6 years

My chronic illness is being a bugger this week so Im gonna be very kind to myself today - show myself self-care - take my inspiration from Elvis and treat myself with.... A Hunk a Hunk of Burning Love..... 😎😂😂

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 years

😳😆 AINT THAT THE TRUTH !!!

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

6 years

It doesn’t happen overnight - but as you accept yourself and realise your illness is not weakness and that you are, in fact, a fucking warrior - stigma slinks away with its tail between its legs.

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

6 years

I love his way of thinking

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

I came across this and it really made me smile.Dont give a damn about those who would judge us for living life on our own terms - we’ve got the magical shit of being ourselves and working at surviving and thriving to do. Have a lovely day everyone x

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

Life isn’t easy or fair - but hang in there and let’s continue supporting each other

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

7 years

1 of the hardest things with an invisible illness-CFS/ME,MH or whatever-is people wanting2tell u how to help urself.So often I’ve wanted to say,”Can’t u just shut up&quietly hold me.I just need to be shown I’m accepted right where I’m at.I knowUwant2 help me&this is wot I need”

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

1 year

PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO READ THIS - you’ll be so glad you did. I read it and it’s made all the difference to my day ❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

6 years

People can’t see a migraine,arthritis,tinnitus,or toothache but they believe us& empathise nonetheless.Mental illness is invisible2but they tell us2 snap out of it,stop being lazy etc.I just want2remind u we see your pain & we know it’s real. U r Understood&loved

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

7 years

I want you to wake up this morning and KNOW that there are hundreds of us who understand what a struggle it is to get out of bed,wash&get dressed-We are weary too.Mental illness & chronic illnesses are invisible but we see you - we are one of you.Keep going

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

7 years

I am still sick today I am still single today I am still poor today But fuck-it I am still a survivor today I am still a warrior today The fact that it is Christmas today Does not Change that 😊

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 years

YOU ARE NOT ALONE : many others walk the same journey you do and we understand how hard it is. We walk together ❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

7 years

PEOPLE PLEASING will leave you anxious and exhausted.I know because I did it for years.BEING AUTHENTIC is a risk for us people pleasers BUT it’s a risk worth taking and a skill worth learning.It is SO hard but please do persevere with it because it will set you free

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

Chronic illness ain’t for cissies

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

😂🤣😂🤣 - SO TRUE

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

7 years

I want to thank all of you who have shared your stories this year, who have found the courage to talk of your struggles and share your victories. It has encouraged me and made me feel less alone - Thank you

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 years

OMG !!! I LOVE THIS 🤣😂

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

Just a little Saturday encouragement - you are of value, you’re good enough, you’re doing just fine, and you’re fabulous ❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 years

WHAT HAPPENED TO YOU? #trauma #cptsd #ptsd #mentalhealth #anxiety #fear #healing #recovery

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 years

MY ABUSIVE MARRIAGE MADE ME A PEOPLE PLEASER desperate 4 HIS approval&fearing his disapproval-its taken yrs&a lot of daring 2 leave my comfort zone 2 be free 2”be me”-so PLEASE dont despair at what may look like slow progress-theres a lot to heal&2rebuild in U & U are doing great

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

4 years

Hi-it’s so lovely 2b back as part of the twitter tribe. I want 2 share with those of u who,like me,live with CPTSD & are occasionally,or frequently,triggered & left terrified & flailing 4 safety as u fall down the rabbit hole that there’s hope&2recommend a documentary on Netflix

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

3 years

NEVER UNDERESTIMATE the progress you’re making. It may not be happening as fast as you’d like but IT IS happening. Don’t be hard on yourself but take time to quietly reflect on how far you’ve come - how much you’ve done - and SMILE - you really are doing great😊❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

1 year

THE WONDERFUL ANNIE LENNOX, who has lived with her own history of depression, offers some wise and encouraging advice f

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 years

BECAUSE OF CFS I dont always have the energy2walk certain distances&I certainly cant carry heavy bags of groceries so I use the mobility scooter(originally bought for my father). I dont give a toss what people think&its fun. Overcome whatever obstacles U can with a smile&awave😆

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

3 years

NOT ONLY DO I LOVE the music of Annie Lennox but her life perspective is hugely inspiring too 😊❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

10 months

WAITING FOR A BUS I STARTED CHATTING WITH A YOUNG WOMAN with her toddler. I sensed a sadness&gave her my number if she ever fancied a chat. She rang a wk later&a deep friendship forged as I helped her escape an abusive marriage&start a new life-no kindness is ever a waste of time

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

3 years

So clever, so funny, so cute 🤣😂

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

1 year

IVE KNOWN SOMETHING WASNT RIGHT4the last few wks but it came to a head in the wee hours of this morning-I had to call an ambulance I was in such excruciating pain-things have moved V quickly&im prepped4surgery today/tomorrow2have my inflamed gallbladder out PS thank god4morphine

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

3 years

AM I RIGHT? OR AM I RIGHT? 😊

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

1 year

Just when you think you’ve seen the cutest things nature can produce you come across this breed of sheep…..they made me smile -I hope they bring a smile to your face too 😊

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 months

ANYBODY ELSE FEEL THIS WAY😂 Im in a challenging,unpleasant time at present with anxiety&fearful thoughts-a common symptom of those of us with trauma pasts-im having2dare2cold shoulder them,work2disbelieve them,keep out of my head&be”present”-if ur struggling2-know ur NOT alone❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

1 year

RARE PHOTO OF A SHARK STEPPING ON LEGO 😄

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

2 years

IF YOUR STRUGGLE IS AN INVISIBLE ONE WHICH MEANS YOUR COURAGE GOES UNACKNOWLEDGED … know this ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

A wonderful palm message I came across and I thought I’d palm it off on you lot 😊❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

1 year

I know from bitter experience that days like these are horrendous … if it would help you to vent or share my DM is open. They never feel like they’ll pass but they do & this one will too. You’re not alone - we understand - sending you big ❤️

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

I loved Christmas Day, Christmas dinner, Christmas presents, Christmas games,Christmas cheer but “fuck it” - GO AWAY - I’ve had enough now 🤣😂 - anyone else feel this way?

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

4 years

Best advice I’ve heard in a loooong time - do you agree?

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

No matter how young,old,or middle-aged weRwe all need at least 1 person that is a safe place4us.Someone we can b r true selves with without fear of judgement or rejection,some1 we can laugh,cry,share,or vent with.We all have r inner child who needs cuddling now&then.Who is yours?

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

4 years

Talk about swallowing your pride 😊🤣😊😂 I don’t drive or have a bicycle SO when I do my weekly shop I use my late fathers mobility scooter 😆 If there’s one lesson I’ve learned in life is - DO YOUR THING AND DON’T GIVE A FLYING F***K ABOUT WHAT PEOPLE MIGHT THINK 😊❤️👍

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

3 years

I simply love the thought of this 😊

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karen unrue

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6 years

Awesome - so true - and just fucking awesome

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karen unrue

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7 years

Here’s to you - each one of you as you wake this morning I want you to know that I am inspired&encouraged by ur staying power,urhope on hard days,ur reaching out2others when life is hard4you,ur spirit,your smiling sometimes through tears,ur kindness.I So glad I foundUall on here

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

5 years

If you’re having a rough day with mental health issues or chronic illness and you’ve had a day of rest - remember that’s still a day of recovery NOT a set back. There’s no need for guilt or a feeling of failure - you are still a fucking warrior 😊

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karen unrue

@KarenUnrue

3 years

THE ROOT OF MY CURRENT PROBLEM is dental. I shall be absent until I feel human again. I’m very unwell following an extraction and the socket is very infected. Love to you all ❤️

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