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  • May 3, 2026 at 9:32 am #457540
    starlight1
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    Hi Anita, only just noticed your reply about my 3rd thread. Thank you for asking, i think id be happy to talk about that as a separate issue as it felt quite significant. I hope im not offloading too much for you.

    Thank you again for your kindness in listening and offering feedback.

    May 3, 2026 at 9:34 am #457541
    anita
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    You’re always welcome, and no: you’re not at all offloading too much, really! I’ll answer then in your third thread later on (taking a break)

    May 3, 2026 at 10:47 am #457542
    starlight1
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    <cite> @starlight1 said:</cite>
    Ps. Wrt to reading certain stories on this journey, im asking myself why do it? I think id be better reading childrens books sometimes.

    Hi Anita, i hope youre having a good rest. I just rested for a time, allowing myself to do nothing at all and it was much needed!

    Im sorry the above post wasnt clear. What i meant to say was, with respect to reading certain stories, im questioning now why ive made myself do it. I havent recognised an appropriate limit for where i am at.

    I do recall being urged to read some material by others, but im realising i need to be more vocal about not agreeing, and learning to set an appropriate boundary.

    I can relate this to watching some programmes too. They just arent healthy, or arent appropriate.

    Thanks for bearing with me as i reflect on things ….

    May 3, 2026 at 11:01 am #457545
    anita
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    Hey Starlight1 🌟

    I just replied to your new thread. I will read your post above (and any post you may add) when I return from a walk with my 🐕 Bogart the Beagle and attend his play date with the neighbors’ beagles Kooper and Kurby. And then continue to clear the huge blackberries in the yard.

    🐕 🐶 🐕 🌿 🌿 Anita

    May 3, 2026 at 3:34 pm #457551
    anita
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    Thank you for explaining (your post in this thread, right above). So, you watch certain programs or read things because people urged you to do so, and you kept reading or watching even though the material felt unhealthy or inappropriate?

    If I understood correctly, then I can relate. Not to this specific thing but to anything and everything that involves saying “no” and setting boundaries.

    I bet there are online exercises in regard to teaching setting boundaries and other assertive. There’re probably YouTubes on it. Some may be helpful. Did you ever look into that?

    But guess who is not recommending that you read or watch anything (even if I had something in mind for you to read or watch)?

    Me 🙂

    May 9, 2026 at 6:02 am #457772
    starlight1
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    Hi Anita,

    I want to think this through a bit more before i reply. Thank you for posting!

    May 9, 2026 at 8:10 am #457773
    anita
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    Hi Starlight1: Good to read back from you and looking forward to you replying when you’re ready 🤍🙏

    May 10, 2026 at 5:01 pm #457784
    starlight1
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    <cite> @a1b2c3d4 said:</cite>
    Thank you for explaining (your post in this thread, right above). So, you watch certain programs or read things because people urged you to do so, and you kept reading or watching even though the material felt unhealthy or inappropriate?

    If I understood correctly, then I can relate. Not to this specific thing but to anything and everything that involves saying “no” and setting boundaries.

    I bet there are online exercises in regard to teaching setting boundaries and other assertive. There’re probably YouTubes on it. Some may be helpful. Did you ever look into that?

    But guess who is not recommending that you read or watch anything (even if I had something in mind for you to read or watch)?

    Me 🙂

    I think i did do that. I think on reflection its probably something lots of people do.

    Ive looked at some boundaries resources online, but im sensing it might be best to spend time relaxing for a bit, because im feeling a bit run down.

    I think with respect to some stories being traumatising, i think context matters so much as well as the tone of how stories are relayed. A good storyteller would care about boundaries and much like a nurturing parent, take into account the personal circumstances and age of the listener.

    A good listener would also care about boundaries and communicate them when necessary, and both the storyteller and listener would practise good self care.

    I didnt understand enough about the context and genre of Hebrew biblical stories, which after all were written for Israel. (There are other texts to provide more context).

    Also, i did not practise good self care.

    May 10, 2026 at 6:24 pm #457793
    anita
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    Hi again, Starlight 🌟

    Thank you for explaining more. It makes sense that you’d want to slow down and rest, especially when you’re feeling run down. Taking care of yourself comes first, always.

    I hear what you’re saying about stories and how much the tone, context, and the storyteller’s sensitivity matter. You’re right — a good storyteller pays attention to boundaries, and a good listener also protects their own wellbeing. It sounds like you’re seeing more clearly now how those biblical stories felt overwhelming without enough context, and how easy it is to forget self‑care in the middle of it.

    I appreciate you sharing your thoughts with me. There’s no pressure to look at resources or to continue the conversation unless it feels right for you. Resting and giving yourself some gentleness sounds like a wise choice.

    Warmly, Anita 🌿

    May 10, 2026 at 6:32 pm #457794
    anita
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    One more thing, Starlight1, regarding both of your threads: thank you for being honest with me and setting your boundaries with me- I appreciate it, it helps me. Thank you!

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