I know this was supposed to be a joke but ‘Like if trauma when structured gets better out there.’ actually got me. amazing how you balance humour with vulnerability!
🙏😂 - I enjoyed writing that - I like rhyming poems - is that because (and this isn’t a joke) my creative mind is quite none existent? and my ADHD brain is very black and white - struggles massively with grey - so other types of poems I find very hard to interpret/feel - does that make sense?
i read every one that I've liked (thats not saying if i don't like it - i won't hit the button - lol) - I don't press the like button unless ive read it - thats a waffle - im sure could have been said in few words - lol
this is more a generic statement - i don't connect with a lot of poetry - well, funny, i say that, because i've never read it until now, so thats a statement borne out of very black and white thinking and dismissing without attempting: like I've never watched a cartoon - not even as a child - never seen a disney film - star wars/star trek/lord of the rings etc - my brain shuts in down -
this is turning into a long one - lol - my point basically is sometimes I read poems and Im not really sure what they are about or mean - so rhyming ones i like more - sorry that was an insight into a messy brain - lo
Well this is what I was talking about when I said I enjoyed out stimulating conversations. My brain prefers rhyming ones too, that flow well. Or I'll get quite lost too.
Write from the heart and just be yourself. Don't over analyse or adjust to make things sound perfect. Write as though you were speaking to a friend. I hated the way Instagram makes us jump through hoops to reach people, so far Substack seems better. Keep writing, people will find you. I did 😊
Ahh thank you. It was a little tongue in cheek - and a bit of a homage to the style in which I write because I use humour (well, its subjective - lol) as my way to tell stories, otherwise I wouldn’t be able to. 🙏
I loved this. If I could marry a poem... When someone says subscribe, and I will back, it takes everything in me not to block them. I may have... Like, I get that our work may overlap, and you have figured that out, and I might too, but the petty exchange makes my butt hurt and leaves me pissy.
You are nicer than I am. I don't use stars or asterisks. I have five holes in my ears, each of which has a cursive "fuck" in it.
That is a metaphor for how I present myself to the world. I got the degrees, so when I talk back, I can do so properly and end it with a big old "Fuck." I like to say, I became an English teacher to break all. the. rules.
Fair enough. Yes, the C word I don't actually use- fair enough. I tease. Though my favorite jeweler and designer who made my fuck earrings- just started making stuff with the C word. I asked how they are doing- she said America is not quite ready. Good to know...
sorry I get down rabbit holes — I have had respond to my ADHD article a lot - as apparently it does a lot of harm to society - I love this type of language - as I wasn’t aware my article seen by 46 people had so much influence or persuasion - this inflammatory language - take the noise down - I’m not persecuting people with mental health issues - unless I persecuting my entire existence - Im saying - push society too hard too fast - from a position of 4.5% vs 95.5% - in a world that still doesn’t understand or accept it or you… the outcome is not going to be good
Its really important we have these debates my issue which jumps out at me is my article is a warning to "society" - an objective view - and every reply that disagrees has seen it as a "personal" attack - the article is flawed yes - in places - but it is inherently wrong - well, I'd say in 5 years time I fancy my chances over the alternatives. - but yes - writing - maybe I'll stick to poems and bad jokes - less aggro - lol
I think when we write, we put pieces of ourselves and our experiences onto the page. Who is someone else to judge that?
Life changes. If you write about life, your views will change too, and so will your writing. What you say one day and swear is the absolute truth may shift over time as you grow, learn, and experience more. At least that has been my experience. I’d like to think I’m open enough to continue to change and adapt.
There has to be room for fluidity. Growth isn’t hypocrisy, it’s part of being human. You have a gift- however you use it🫶🏼👊🏻🙌🏻
Oh man. lol. Love it. And having followers that are actually tuned into what you are sharing is much better than having a bunch who don’t give a shit. lol. (Ask me how I know 😂) and while growth may be slower - I’m commenting a month later - your account is solid and your following is fully invested in what you share.
It’s one of those sequels that doesn’t quite live up to the standard lol 😂 but this could be like Rocky - you think it’s over but another one randomly appears
I wasn't expecting this...always thought of trauma as a serious topic but I am liking the humour with truth telling it's ... Substack algorithm can feel traumatising sometimes too... identity issues do arise👏🏼 thanks for the laugh man with no name.
Yeah it’s a very serious topic and I had some very bad childhood experiences (you can read between the lines) and things went from bad to worse - but if it wasn’t for humour and laughing on the worst days - I doubt I’d be here today - I think it’s important that anyone who chooses to follow me is aware of who I am and I totally understand people objecting to it or not wanting to follow me - I take these issues very seriously which may sound paradoxical - but I just don’t think we need to drown ourselves in trauma. It’s probably best if I send you the intro to my memoir because my voice isn’t for everyone and I feel it’s important that people are aware beforehand 😄🫶🏻- again please see warning paragraph one - 🙏
Thank you for being here and sharing your voice, a voice that needs to be heard. I will look through your work.... Thank you for the kind invitation and the content warning🙏🏼
Thank you for the kind words. I will also start reading through your work. Having skimmed through it looks very interesting. Thanks again and have a lovely evening (BH weekend if in UK)
This is amazing, and yes, Substack is a c$&t. I think anyone who has started a Substack from the ground up can relate to every single word of this, to tell you the truth the last one is my favorite😘. Here's the thing with Substack, the numbers don't matter, the connection does. But here's the other thing, you can't stop checking the numbers anyway because it's hard to remember that for very long… In my humble experience.
I know this was supposed to be a joke but ‘Like if trauma when structured gets better out there.’ actually got me. amazing how you balance humour with vulnerability!
yeah its a joke but many a true word said in jest
I agree Ella.. it’s such an insane skill to balance it with humour.. I fricking love this poem. I wonder exactly the same about substack. 🙌👏
That’s really funny. Love it. But just know my friend, I definitely see you!!!!
🙏😂 - I enjoyed writing that - I like rhyming poems - is that because (and this isn’t a joke) my creative mind is quite none existent? and my ADHD brain is very black and white - struggles massively with grey - so other types of poems I find very hard to interpret/feel - does that make sense?
Not sure if you’ve read many of my poems, but rhyming is HUGE for me. So I definitely get it.
i read every one that I've liked (thats not saying if i don't like it - i won't hit the button - lol) - I don't press the like button unless ive read it - thats a waffle - im sure could have been said in few words - lol
this is more a generic statement - i don't connect with a lot of poetry - well, funny, i say that, because i've never read it until now, so thats a statement borne out of very black and white thinking and dismissing without attempting: like I've never watched a cartoon - not even as a child - never seen a disney film - star wars/star trek/lord of the rings etc - my brain shuts in down -
this is turning into a long one - lol - my point basically is sometimes I read poems and Im not really sure what they are about or mean - so rhyming ones i like more - sorry that was an insight into a messy brain - lo
Well this is what I was talking about when I said I enjoyed out stimulating conversations. My brain prefers rhyming ones too, that flow well. Or I'll get quite lost too.
This is fucking genius and definitely your best work yet....so honest and deep! You really got me with this it's beautiful 🙏🤣
fuck off -lol
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Alright so you said it’s silly—and it is!—but this is ALSO the behind the curtain real shit. All at once. HELL YES 🤯
I love everything said
So relatable
So me
So my question and So my experience 😆
Thank u, man with no name, youre awesome ❤️🔥
😃
Write from the heart and just be yourself. Don't over analyse or adjust to make things sound perfect. Write as though you were speaking to a friend. I hated the way Instagram makes us jump through hoops to reach people, so far Substack seems better. Keep writing, people will find you. I did 😊
Ahh thank you. It was a little tongue in cheek - and a bit of a homage to the style in which I write because I use humour (well, its subjective - lol) as my way to tell stories, otherwise I wouldn’t be able to. 🙏
I really enjoyed it ☺️
maybe its just who I follow on here or what i seek out but it can be a little heavy (because it is) so something silly helps me anyway
🤣 You called it! You absolutely called it! I can see this was written a few months ago, but it's still quite true today! So freaking funny as well!!!
Plenty more shit banter over here mate. Stick with me. I’ll take you absolutely fucking nowhere 🤣🤣
I loved this. If I could marry a poem... When someone says subscribe, and I will back, it takes everything in me not to block them. I may have... Like, I get that our work may overlap, and you have figured that out, and I might too, but the petty exchange makes my butt hurt and leaves me pissy.
You are nicer than I am. I don't use stars or asterisks. I have five holes in my ears, each of which has a cursive "fuck" in it.
That is a metaphor for how I present myself to the world. I got the degrees, so when I talk back, I can do so properly and end it with a big old "Fuck." I like to say, I became an English teacher to break all. the. rules.
I will be reading tonight so I will be getting round to it…
Yeah the asterisks - tricky - lol - I wouldn’t usually the I’d only been here 6 weeks and the C-bomb isn’t a word seen too often
I don’t even see many swear words unless they come from me 😂
Fair enough. Yes, the C word I don't actually use- fair enough. I tease. Though my favorite jeweler and designer who made my fuck earrings- just started making stuff with the C word. I asked how they are doing- she said America is not quite ready. Good to know...
sorry I get down rabbit holes — I have had respond to my ADHD article a lot - as apparently it does a lot of harm to society - I love this type of language - as I wasn’t aware my article seen by 46 people had so much influence or persuasion - this inflammatory language - take the noise down - I’m not persecuting people with mental health issues - unless I persecuting my entire existence - Im saying - push society too hard too fast - from a position of 4.5% vs 95.5% - in a world that still doesn’t understand or accept it or you… the outcome is not going to be good
Block that out. Your writing. Your experience. Period.
Its really important we have these debates my issue which jumps out at me is my article is a warning to "society" - an objective view - and every reply that disagrees has seen it as a "personal" attack - the article is flawed yes - in places - but it is inherently wrong - well, I'd say in 5 years time I fancy my chances over the alternatives. - but yes - writing - maybe I'll stick to poems and bad jokes - less aggro - lol
I think when we write, we put pieces of ourselves and our experiences onto the page. Who is someone else to judge that?
Life changes. If you write about life, your views will change too, and so will your writing. What you say one day and swear is the absolute truth may shift over time as you grow, learn, and experience more. At least that has been my experience. I’d like to think I’m open enough to continue to change and adapt.
There has to be room for fluidity. Growth isn’t hypocrisy, it’s part of being human. You have a gift- however you use it🫶🏼👊🏻🙌🏻
Right, I’m not going to lie - lol -
I’m totally lost with so many messages going on -
It’s fucking Larry the Cat
So I am doing a reboot - lol - and starting a fresh.
I will be replying soon on your work x
Larry the cat 😆 understood!
I’ve finally read the second one you sent - let me get round to the others I have promised to read or requested and ill be onto the next one
sorry i’m really not usaully this shit - I’m usually shit thats true but not quite this level - lol
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boom boom
🙌 🤣
how did this not take off - best thing on here - facts
Oh man. lol. Love it. And having followers that are actually tuned into what you are sharing is much better than having a bunch who don’t give a shit. lol. (Ask me how I know 😂) and while growth may be slower - I’m commenting a month later - your account is solid and your following is fully invested in what you share.
There’s a sequel to this poem too - lol -
Oooh. Which one?!?
It’s one of those sequels that doesn’t quite live up to the standard lol 😂 but this could be like Rocky - you think it’s over but another one randomly appears
https://adhdguys.substack.com/p/the-menopausal-entrepreneur-celebrity?r=143ty1&utm_medium=ios
I wasn't expecting this...always thought of trauma as a serious topic but I am liking the humour with truth telling it's ... Substack algorithm can feel traumatising sometimes too... identity issues do arise👏🏼 thanks for the laugh man with no name.
Yeah it’s a very serious topic and I had some very bad childhood experiences (you can read between the lines) and things went from bad to worse - but if it wasn’t for humour and laughing on the worst days - I doubt I’d be here today - I think it’s important that anyone who chooses to follow me is aware of who I am and I totally understand people objecting to it or not wanting to follow me - I take these issues very seriously which may sound paradoxical - but I just don’t think we need to drown ourselves in trauma. It’s probably best if I send you the intro to my memoir because my voice isn’t for everyone and I feel it’s important that people are aware beforehand 😄🫶🏻- again please see warning paragraph one - 🙏
Thank you for being here and sharing your voice, a voice that needs to be heard. I will look through your work.... Thank you for the kind invitation and the content warning🙏🏼
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Thank you for the kind words. I will also start reading through your work. Having skimmed through it looks very interesting. Thanks again and have a lovely evening (BH weekend if in UK)
This is amazing, and yes, Substack is a c$&t. I think anyone who has started a Substack from the ground up can relate to every single word of this, to tell you the truth the last one is my favorite😘. Here's the thing with Substack, the numbers don't matter, the connection does. But here's the other thing, you can't stop checking the numbers anyway because it's hard to remember that for very long… In my humble experience.
Really you’re a poet! Just let that be ?
I'll going to break substack -
Just tried to reply with a screenshot but it wouldn’t let me - so sent it in a DM
so true it hurts! brilliant writing!
yeah it is - but it was written as a joke but there are underlying truths to it for sure
i started on here writing my life story - lol and have turned myself into a parody poet - lol
thanks for reading - its a lot darker if you look articles -
i love it.. follow your pen!