Good morning everyone! I’d like to get an ice breaker going so we can all start meeting one another and connecting. So, take a second and introduce yourself and let us know: What brought you to the emotional support club? What are you currently dealing with right now? What’s one thing that brings you happiness?

I want to start this first issue of ESC Weekly with something honest, something that every person in this community needs to hear, whether they’re healing from a breakup, learning boundaries, or just trying to feel like themselves again: Healing doesn’t feel peaceful at the beginning. It feels unfamiliar. It feels empty. It feels wrong. And that doesn’t mean you’re failing — it means you’re finally growing. People often think that healing is supposed to feel like calm mornings, lightness, journaling, drinking tea, meditating, feeling whole again. In reality… healing starts with discomfort. It starts with the part of you that is still shaking, still missing someone, still craving old habits, still trying to figure out who you are without the chaos you once called connection. You’re not in pain because you’re weak. You’re in pain because you’re finally removing the emotional patterns that were numbing you. And when you let go of something that once distracted you from yourself… you’re forced to finally meet yourself. That’s where the discomfort lives. When you start healing, you’re not stepping into peace, you’re stepping into withdrawal. Withdrawal from: - Emotional intensity - Inconsistent love - Being needed - Chasing validation - The highs and lows of unhealthy connection Your nervous system doesn’t care about what’s healthy. It cares about what’s familiar. So when you walk away from someone who couldn’t choose you… or when you finally stay in No Contact… or when you stop pleasing people and start protecting your peace… Your body panics, because you made a choice you’ve never made before. You’re stepping out of survival mode, and your system doesn’t know what to do with the quiet. That quiet can feel like emptiness. It can feel like loneliness. It can feel like something is missing. This is where everyone gets confused: “If they weren’t good for me… why do I miss them?” “If I’m healing… why does this feel so uncomfortable?” “If this is the right choice… why does my body feel wrong?”

Your emotional growth library — learn, practice, and heal at your own pace. Welcome to the Courses & Tools room. This is where you’ll find everything you need to go deeper on your healing journey — all in one place. Think of this as your personal growth library — a space to learn, reflect, and rebuild yourself with real tools that work. What You’ll Find Here: - 🎧 Audio Guides & Affirmation Packs — calm your mind, reprogram your thoughts, and reset your energy - 📘 eBooks & Mini-Guides — deep reads that walk you through breakups, boundaries, and emotional control - 🧩 Courses & Workshops — structured lessons like How to Feel Without Falling Apart 101 - 🪞 Worksheets & Practice Tools — reflection prompts, boundary scripts, and guided self-regulation exercises Everything here is designed to give you structure and clarity, so your healing doesn’t feel like wandering in circles. How to Use This Space: 1. Start with what you need most. If you’re in emotional pain — begin with Emotional Support for Breakups or No Contact, etc. 2. Take your time. There’s no rush. You don’t have to finish anything by a certain date. Healing through learning works best when you go slow and apply what you learn. 3. Reflect in the comments. After each lesson or resource, share your takeaway — how it made you feel, what you realized, or how it’s helping.Others might be walking through the same section and your words could help them too. 4. Revisit when you’re ready. You’ll come back to the same lessons at new stages of your healing — and each time, they’ll hit differently. Remember: Knowledge doesn’t heal you — applying it does. These tools are here to remind you that you already have the strength; you’re just learning how to use it again. So take a deep breath, explore what speaks to you, and let your healing begin — one lesson at a time. – Brelin

The heart of the Emotional Support Club — where conversations turn into connection. Welcome to the Discussion Lounge. This is where we talk about real things — love, loss, boundaries, healing, and everything in between. It’s the space for deeper discussions, shared perspectives, and honest stories. Think of it as the living room of Emotional Support Club — where everyone can sit down, speak freely, and learn from one another. What This Space Is For: - Open conversations about emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and relationships - Questions you want feedback or perspective on - Thoughtful debates and healing discussions - Polls and check-ins about what you’re going through It’s less about having the right answer — and more about understanding yourself better through conversation. How to Use This Space: 1. Start a conversation. Post a question, idea, or experience you’ve been thinking about — no topic is too small or too deep. Examples: “Why does peace sometimes feel boring after chaos?” “What’s the hardest part about setting boundaries for you?” “What does emotional maturity look like in real life?” 2. Join in with empathy. When someone posts, reply with respect, curiosity, and compassion — we’re not here to debate pain, we’re here to understand it. 3. Share from experience, not ego.Speak as if you’re talking to your past self — gentle, honest, and human. 4. Stay open. The goal isn’t to prove who’s right — it’s to discover truth that helps us all grow. Remember: This community is built on emotional intelligence and mutual respect. Everyone here is on a different chapter of healing, but we’re reading from the same book: how to feel without falling apart. So go ahead — start a thread, ask a question, or share a story that’s been sitting on your heart. Let’s keep it real… by learning how to feel. – Brelin

Your space to check in, release, and reconnect — one day at a time. Welcome to the Daily Support Thread. This is your space to show up exactly as you are — no pressure, no pretending, no needing to have it all together. Some days you’ll feel strong. Other days you’ll just need to vent, cry, or say “today’s been heavy.” Every version of you is welcome here. What This Space Is For: - Daily emotional check-ins (“Today I’m feeling…” / “What I need today is…”) - Journaling prompts & reflections shared by the community - Encouragement, motivation, and emotional grounding - A safe outlet for when you need to talk through what’s on your mind This thread exists so you never have to bottle things up alone. You can post, reply, or just read — whatever helps you feel supported. How to Use This Space: 1. Start your day (or end it) with honesty. Write a few words about how you’re feeling — no filter needed. 2. Reflect when prompted. Some days you’ll see guided prompts like: “What emotion are you avoiding today?” or “What would support look like right now?” 3. Engage with others. If someone’s post resonates — reply, encourage, or send a heart. Healing multiplies when we remind each other we’re not alone. 4. Celebrate small wins. Even if it’s “I got out of bed” or “I didn’t text them back.” It counts. Remember: There’s no “right” way to heal — only honest moments stacked on top of each other. This thread isn’t about fixing every feeling. It’s about feeling safely, and letting that be enough for today. So… how are you feeling right now? Drop your first check-in below — even if it’s messy, quiet, or unsure. We’ll meet you there. 💚 – Brelin & the Emotional Support Club