Any type of relationship you may have (lover, spouse, family, friends, employer) that harms your self-esteem...makes you doubt your own worth is, by my definition, toxic.
If you have ever been unlucky enough to be involved in a toxic relationship, you know how harmful and painful they can be.
Even though it can and probably will break your heart, you have the right to protect and remove yourself from that relationship.
If you have ever been unlucky enough to be involved in a toxic relationship, you know how harmful and painful they can be.
Even though it can and probably will break your heart, you have the right to protect and remove yourself from that relationship.
If you are unable to view the above video, you can click the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mN8oN8I3lrk
When you walk through a storm, hold your head up high
And don't be afraid of the dark.
At the end of a storm is a golden sky
And the sweet silver song of a lark.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mN8oN8I3lrk
When you walk through a storm, hold your head up high
And don't be afraid of the dark.
At the end of a storm is a golden sky
And the sweet silver song of a lark.
Walk on through the wind.
Walk on through the rain.
Though your dreams be tossed and blown.
Walk on, walk on, with a hope in your heart
And you'll never walk alone.
You'll never, ever walk alone.
Walk on, walk on, with a hope in your heart
And you'll never walk alone.
You'll never, ever walk alone.
Walk on, walk on, with a hope in your heart
And you'll never walk alone.
You'll never, ever walk alone.
And you'll never walk alone.
You'll never, ever walk alone.
Guess they didn't read the sign! ROFLMBO!
Ya know I had to end this with a bit of a giggle.
As always, Cat, thank you for your thoughtful post.
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You're welcome Meredith.
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Cat
Making me cry here. And laugh. What is all the symbolism here in blogland with bananas???? WEG
ReplyDeleteLove ya, Cat!
And thanks, my friend. :)
Awww Roguey...didn't mean to make you cry. *snort* You're the one that posted about the bananas first!
DeleteYou're very welcome...you are very precious to us!
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Cat
Shoot. I forgot something...
ReplyDeleteSQUIRRELS eating BANANAS. I see it. :)
LOL Notice they're making eye contact while they're eating those bananas? *snicker*
DeleteSometimes that is all it takes.... Validating their 'right' to walk away from a toxic relationship... We all need a friend to help us see that!
ReplyDeleteGreat post Cat!
Thanks Minelle...happy you enjoyed it...everyone has the right to walk away from any toxic situation...including work!
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Cat
I should start saving all your post for my kids and grands to read some day....so much wisdom.
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Thank you for such a sweet compliment Abby. If there is anything you'd like to save and need help, let me know...will be happy to help.
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Cat
It is hard to end toxic relationships or even to put survivable limits on them. It is possible. That is why my mom lives several states away in one direction and my mother in law lives even further away. It is all about boundaries and self preservation.
ReplyDeleteLove the dic pops. Starting those kids out a little tooooo early. Lol
You are so right Rose...even putting limits on a toxic relationship is not easy but it can be done and everyone has the right to do so! Hope you are able to keep all the toxicity out of your life.
DeleteLOL...don't think the mom meant for the choco bananas to turn out as dick pops...maybe she was just thinking too much about adult playtime as she was making them. ;)
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Cat
Wonderful messages Cat, thank you for sharing. Ending toxic relationships is hard but anyone you have the right to walk away.
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Roz
You're very welcome Roz...hope it helps anyone who is struggling.
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Cat
Yup... so hard to hold your head up and walk away. My circle of friends and family has shrunk. It was hard to do.
ReplyDeleteI giggle every time I see those bananas!
It is hard Chickie but proud of you for protecting yourself.
DeleteHad to end on a lighter note and those bananas just really did it. ;)
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Cat
Hi Cat, thank you for writing about toxic relationships, what you posted is so true.
ReplyDelete… And ‘never make eye-contact while eating a banana’ is also true. I had that once in a park and it was pretty embarrassing to be misunderstood that much. I was only hungry.
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Nina
Hope you never need that information NiNa but if you do...please remember this post!
DeleteOh yes, very good advice regarding bananas...also true for popsicles! ;)
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Cat
Great post, it runs the spectrum. I do however, love the 'dick pops'. Ray and I are still laughing.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend.
Thanks Sunny. Happy you and Ray enjoyed the dick pops. Wishing you both a wonderful holiday weekend.
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Cat
This was really thoughtful Cat. I was just thinking about this and certain members of my extended family. What you posted was very comforting. ♥
ReplyDeleteAnd of course, I love that you ended with humor!! Lol at those x-rated bananas!
hugs,
Cali
Happy this posted helped Cali.
DeleteThat picture never fails to make me smile so just had to share it...tied in so well with the sign and the squirrels. ;)
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Cat