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True Dough

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32. "Many people in my life were so used to me being their savior when they NEEDED one,
Sat Jan 3, 2026, 06:01 PM
Jan 2026

a savior who would pull them through, hell or high water. I was nothing but dependable."

^ It takes incredible strength to be that person, Lucky. Not everyone has it in them. Firefighters who pull people out of burning buildings. War heroes who save their platoon-mates amid a hail of gunfire. Therapists who talk desperate individuals down from the ledge.

These aren't the sort of characters you come across everyday. You have exceptional fortitude, by the sounds of it. There are others like you, but apparently not there in your life right now. Don't give up, regardless.

If it's any consolation, some of us will remain here for you as long as it takes.

Be well.

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No explanation necessary for me, just this ms liberty Jan 2026 #1
Lucky you take of yourself first! Some semblance of bronxiteforever Jan 2026 #2
It's too heavy for DU... LuckyCharms Jan 2026 #9
Lucky, you gave me help. If you keep it in it will worse. We love you Lucky let it out and set yourself free. Love debm55 Jan 2026 #3
You're sharing this for a reason The Blue Flower Jan 2026 #4
I'm posting this because i like to post. Keeps me sane. LuckyCharms Jan 2026 #5
The truly exciting, wonderful reality is...You're not Donald Trump. chouchou Jan 2026 #6
I'm sorry you are feeling so hopeless now. 1WorldHope Jan 2026 #7
Peace. cachukis Jan 2026 #8
I hear you. You don't have to explain yourself to me. LoisB Jan 2026 #10
I think you do hear me. LuckyCharms Jan 2026 #12
I do and I understand. Everyone I called a friend is dead. I continuously have horrifying LoisB Jan 2026 #24
Sending love and healing vibes your way, LuckyCharms Grim Chieftain Jan 2026 #11
Grim Chieftain... LuckyCharms Jan 2026 #13
Been singing along to "This Is Me Trying" a lot lately. A lot of us are. catrose Jan 2026 #14
Hold on Wild blueberry Jan 2026 #15
No apologies needed here!! OddMom20 Jan 2026 #16
Confidential outlet Ksout Jan 2026 #17
May the force be with you always. spike jones Jan 2026 #18
... 2naSalit Jan 2026 #19
Just sending hugs cate94 Jan 2026 #20
Won't fumble over advice, but BaronChocula Jan 2026 #21
Healing vibes and cyber hugs on the way to you, Lucky SheltieLover Jan 2026 #22
When my Dad felt overwhelmed with problems, Jarqui Jan 2026 #23
Then, know that we care and are sending whatever vibes you need to help you through this. OldBaldy1701E Jan 2026 #25
I'm sending positive vibes you way, Lucky Niagara Jan 2026 #26
🫂🫂🫂🫂 Chicagogrl1 Jan 2026 #27
I know what it is like Keepthesoulalive Jan 2026 #28
All of us are stronger... COL Mustard Jan 2026 #29
You're clearly among Friends. BurnDoubt Jan 2026 #30
This message was self-deleted by its author LuckyCharms Jan 2026 #31
"Many people in my life were so used to me being their savior when they NEEDED one, True Dough Jan 2026 #32
Compassion doesn't mean being a doormat for anyone Donkees Jan 2026 #33
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