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Dad.of.Many

Each day I wake up still breathing is a small victory. Productive days are larger victories. Happy days and anxiety free days are huge victories.

Cece1989

❤️

Bre19

yess

inzane

❤️

goblin49

I finally have gained enough weight that I got to donate blood the other day! V random but something I had wanted to be able to do for a while, also a nice reminder of my progress.

Cece1989

❤️

lokibabe

I'm so proud of you :)

Bre19

yay!

kittycrime

Today marks one month sober for me, hopefully I can celebrate a little bit

Hellokittyprincess

woot woot Good job

Cece1989

congratulations!! Incredible!

GreenEyeGoblin

I would love to know how you celebrate sober if you feel comfortable sharing, it's something I've really struggled with & find my go too's are sugar & spending sprees, which aren't always healthy for me.

Bre19

congrats

pinky3

The times when I can go somewhere by myself without feeling anxious.

Bre19

good job

wyvernprince

Going a full day without collapsing

Bre19

congrats

Thumpz

I had less pain yesterday after physical therapy the day before than the day after PT the session before that.

Hellokittyprincess

getting out of bed going to work

Bre19

good job

Wanderprone

That ability to feel joy when my favorite song comes on the radio and I actually feel happy and connected enough to belt out the lyrics as I’m driving.

Bre19

Getting up and taking care of myself

Ash.G

I accept C's on a test as a win.

Bre19

great job!

SomeKindaKid

This is TMI but when my IBS-M doesn’t act up LMAO. If I keep a very careful diet everything works just fine and it’s 100000x better than the C or D

Viynyl

Being comfortable with myself to leave the house. I used to ve very embarrassed leaving my house because I have mildly severe Tics and use mobility aids and the general public was a place I felt very unsafe, but I've gotten better and have pushed myself to go out more and enjoy life as best I can givin I have all of my medical tools/meltdown items with me and I always go out with another person to make it easier, and I can feel at leaste some safety.

ICanRelateBro

I wish everyone in this thread the very best 🫶 I love to see so much kindness and understanding going around.

Mrs.Marquez

When I can put my pants on without falling over

Poohbear36

👍 🤗

HarryPotter

When I can have a normal conversation with one of my teachers without awkwardly walking away

deardiary

getting out of the house 😎

Bre19

yess

canadaisntreal

it can be hard for me to celebrate my victories, but things like brushing teeth, taking a shower (especially one that’s not 30 minutes long), getting out of bed before 11:30 on weekends, or doing even a little bit of schoolwork.

kittyrose

When I have moments that aren't consumed by anxiety or when I have enough of an appetite to actually eat something!

ashbear2022

Latley a shower more than 2 times a week is a HUGE victory.

Bre19

congrats

sleepyhippo

Remembering to take my meds, and if I make it through a day without sensory overload or a meltdown or shutting down that's HUGE.

EternalEyes

God introduce me to some new people and I was able to make some new friends to comfort me

SkylerRose

Controlling my anger and getting through each and everyday.

Freddi

Going a full day medicated, hydrated, and not having to sleep an excess amount to recover from both dry coughs, and burnout symptoms!

Sincerely

Getting through the day. 🙌

hydroepilepic21

Talking to my brother about things I can't talk to my parents about.

Cowboy_frog

very important & glad u have him to talk to

Kittypop

When our super shy rescue cat comes out of her shell some more 🥹

CatMamaForever

kitties are such a reflection of us in so many ways.

nalabean

making it through each day sober and going one day at a time

YourLeftKidney16

I made a to-do list and even if I end up not doing anything on it, being alive is good enough for a day.

sonicobsesinter

I took my medications today! 🙌💕

sleepyhippo

When I'm house-sitting and the cat that is supposedly more shy comes to purr in my lap- especially when she did that when I was feeling down about myself. Reminded me that even though I struggle animals still seem to like me and I see that as a huge win.

Eren2273

Getting out of bed these days because it's so hard

notmia

Going to class (even if I'm late)

Pulvi

Eating a meal that doesn't make me have a allergic reaction

JXARabbit

Write myself a note of praise and mail it to myself to receive later in the week as a fun reminder.

Oouchthathurts

I celebrate that I showed up for the day. Because everyday is a constant struggle.

Bre19

yess!!!

archerinnit

I wake up in the morning. And I'm able to get up some mornings. It isn't always easy, especially with the way things are going at the moment, but I know that not many people can do that. And to those who arent able to, I'm rooting for you. You deserve so much love for waking up and I'm so proud of you 💕💕💕💕💕💕

Bre19

amazing

SalineTurnip

I celebrate all small victories. Putting away clothes, showering, making myself a cup of coffee, engaging in hobbies. Even getting out of bed is celebrated. (Getting on this app counts too.)

NanN

Wow... this is me as well. The smallest of activity, on my bad days are huge. If I get a good day in a week it's such a blessing. I push myself to do things, like go to the physical therapy pool, and just be in the warm water. Really, just being alive from one day to the next is pretty amazing.

Something_Strange

Cooking on the stove without anything going wrong

colourfulburrito

Making my bed, remember to change my underwear, brushing my teeth, washing my hair and completing a whole day of college.

MewMewMew

Waking Up, Surviving The Day

hydroepilepic21

I exersized today

Deep_Feelings

I’m working on radical acceptance and self-forgiveness, healing my inner child.

Skyfire

When I've been backed up for an excruciating amount of time and you finally get diarrhea and totally eradicate a whole freaking week of meals in a matter of minutes... truly magnificent 🙌

sunny13

Life

Kupkake96

Something I’ve always struggled with is weight- I lose it like nothing but have such a hard time gaining it back…so anytime I weigh myself and the number goes up I celebrate

lostinbmore

I never remember to celebrate them. Usually too obsessed with the failures.

tripleespresso

same!

royalty

Being able to do my full shower and skincare routine is definitely a victory for me. Most days I'm lucky to just be able to shampoo and condition my hair.

DariaFae

Getting out of bed

Sapphire34

Taking a, shower and getting dressed

kmkrs

brushing my teeth. getting up, being a little productive instead of not at all. resting. feeling myself emerge on the other side of a dark tunnel :} everything ebbs and flows, the victories will come (or maybe you’re making them right now.)

italianxpeaches

Getting up, getting dressed, brushing my teeth... Doing things I need to do for other people online and taking a shower at night. It's not enough for some people but it is for me.

Faith._Regina

Doing homework

Sevyn0Sevyn

I only took a 10 minute emotional breakdown to process a situation and was able to communicate my needs without breaking down again.

yumzy199725

Waking up every day! 🙌🙏

bellacourse

Staying alive

Stormcloud_Phantom

Just.. waking up. And getting out of bed.

Mouse12144

I’m currently on a weightloss journey to get to a healthy weight , so every lb or so that I loose I celebrate a little

Gaz

I stopped having to take my meds nightly!!! I have forgotten about them :))))!!!

Georgeisleaening

Drinking water because most days that hurts

Bre19

yess!

lune_mermxid

Things like getting out of bed, drinking water, dedicating to hygienic and skin care routines. I have my days where I feel like I don't have time or I just feel dead inside.

Bombus_Flavifrons

Being able to cook a solid meal! Makes me feel so accomplished and healthy

Bre19

that's great!

Midnightfox

Trying to keep out of hospital it's been year now and get out of bed and have at least 2 meals a day.

AspiringArchitect

Waking up

Ash.G

I celebrate brushing my teeth every day for more than a week.

Bre19

amazing!

Bunny73

Remembering to eat at least one meal

Bre19

that's amazing yess!

Horses5284

Everything little thing I can do independently #cerebralpalsy

chaotic_bi_mess

getting up in the morning :))

Bre19

great job!

MzsBrownie94

cleaning the dishes

SEVIN

Getting dressed

howell

Having no migraines for more than a week!

KittyGreen

Not having any arguments for a whole week

BrandonSay

Remembering to take and log my meds and not have a seizure and I believe I haven't had one since September 🎉🎉

Britt

That is awesome. I'm coming up on my 7 month mark, but my migraines are coming back so for me it's either one or the other. 🙄🙄

zofranfilledzebra

Completing meals

avian

getting chores done or remembering to eat

luminala

doing anything creative like fashion design ideas or composing music orrr painting original work

Captain_Honey

Sometimes I have to celebrate simply making it to my "appointment"(class, work and so on)

JumpingMouse

Having a nice conversation with someone

Vengefulgayunicorns

When I do the all the dishes instead of focusing on my hyperfixation.

Samlovesham

When I get a school assignment done :) (it’s been very hard for me to concentrate on school so this is why it’s a victory for me >:) )

hurt_copain

Taking a poo is very important and special to me when it happens 🙌

deardiary

anything that involves challenging my anxieties 🤗

LE95

moving more. i stay lazy and unmotivated all the time. lately, it has actually been giving me happy when i do something.

Babegirl2012

Being able to move with out hurting

LexaPeach91

Getting dressed, eating, brushing me teeth and showering.

Picklelover21

Showering, eating, focusing on one task

florals.and.fatigue

Showering, sitting up in bed, knowing my limits, standing up for myself when people won't accommodate my needs.

phaed

turning in an assignment, cleaning my room, eating a full and healthy meal, going to bed early

MissSim

Taking meds, cleaning up the room, showering!

CoffeeWithIce

Doing my homework

almondia

Showering, working hard, resting. I don't always take very good care of myself or have a great life-work balance but I'm getting better at it and I'm so proud of myself for it :D

pandaqueen

Not eating all the snacks in the house when I get to work from home.

Marjo

When I complete any project around the house!

Seae

Remembering to get a little exercise in, like a short walk with the dog, or some squats (with support, don’t have the balance otherwise). Also, remembering not to overdo it when I do so. 🙃

Kookieee

showering

Nightshxde

Working

Scarlett.night

preach!

Scarlett.night

Learning how to walk again due to the massive amount of time put asleep in hospital ❤️‍🩹

lonelypotato13

Getting out of bed

elvendork

Showering, brushing my teeth, putting my clothes away, eating without my body having a bad reaction

probablysleeping

Getting up and sitting at my desk to work, getting any chores done, taking the dog out! I find the little things tough at the moment, so I need to be kind to myself and celebrate even small achievements 😊

dodge

finishing a bowl sometimes and doing my work

thathippiechick

When I finally can get up and shower after a lengthy depressive state. 🤗

WolfieWolf

the days I can get up, and go outside to have genuine fun

LilyUnicorn

Since I found out my back is broken I am still grateful I am still able to walk around. Who knows for how long one bump and I'm I'm a wheelchair?

The_Pretzel7

Getting through rape and abuse from the ones I thought I could trust, how strong I've become despite all that's happened from it & currently realising that it stuffed up my life quite a bit and moving past it, taking it as a lesson in my everyday life

SilverLady

Sometimes it's just getting out of bed. But my kids make every day worth it.

Eledgedbunny

Getting a shower, using my skincare routine

Tracks

Good question. I was in a accident when I was 26, its been 15 yrs now so far, and I feel like I can’t do anything anymore on my own.

T.Baily655

I have been trying not to be so self critical and do self care for myself. I have celebrated getting medication for my ADHD and I had an intake appointment for therapy. The next goal I have is learning to live myself more and to be less negative in general.

SueLaBear

Any day I don't wake up in pain or with a raging migraine. Because that happens almost every day

jamiie

getting out of bed

scrow7

Eating

Jazzy78

All of them! Anything that is a 1% improvement or more. Considering I couldn't walk or talk properly 4 years ago I'm so happy to celebrate anything.

Ash.G

I celebrate everything. Even if I have to celebrate alone because no-one else seems to see my small improvements.

Angelks2323

I can relate, and it feels lonely. But you’re very strong for recognizing and praising your own progress. I believe you’ll find people who appreciate your hard work and presence ❤️

SecondChance

Being alive

Angelks2323

it’s not easy, so it’s definitely worth congratulating yourself for. Hope you keep doing and finding the things that keep you around ❤️

Angelks2323

When I am patient with my daughter. I am also very proud of the times when I see my daughter feeling content, happy, or safe.

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