Monday 2 June 2014

Meltdown support

I found a list I wrote for Atrus last year explaining what I needed him to do in order to support me through a meltdown or when I was feeling anxious, and stressed.
  1. Please do not question or argue with me. Just listen. I need time to process.
  2. I will write requests for things I need done that are causing me anxiety/stress rather than speak them as it is easier for me write at this point. Please read them and do them, if possible.
  3. Explain to me what you plan to do next so I know and don't feel out of control. I literally feel like my world is spinning out of control when I am in this state. I need things to be as predictable as possible.
  4. I do not need you to argue with me and justify yourself. I need things to go smoothly so I don't feel out of control.
  5. Please listen to me and take me seriously. This is a scary time for me. I need lots of reassurance. I need you to be caring and empathetic with me while I am in this state.
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4 comments:

  1. Kenton LS3 June 2014 at 12:37

    I need an understanding comment directly related to meltdown cause, i dont do 2 due to ms making writing a bitch though still can type 1, 4, 5 work best with myself.

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    1. Kezza6 February 2015 at 15:44

      Oh ok, that is good. Do what works for you. I need an understanding comment too. Glad you found this helpful.

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  2. Full Spectrum Mama12 June 2014 at 09:38

    totally agree with you on the processing. i am super grateful to at least have an EXPLANATION now - took a long time to get here. Good for you with boundaries and clarity <3

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    1. Kezza6 February 2015 at 15:37

      I am glad it helps you too. I needed to have boundaries as it was leading to misunderstandings with my husband and myself. Things are a lot better now that we understand each other better.

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