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?”

Hey, I’m Brelin, and I just want to say: welcome to the club! This community was created for people who feel deeply, love deeply, and sometimes hurt deeply. Whether you’re healing from a breakup, learning to set boundaries, rebuilding your confidence, or just trying to make sense of your emotions, you’re in the right place. 💫 Start Here Before you dive in, take a moment to explore. Each room in this community is designed to meet you where you are, whether that’s heartbreak, self-worth, grief, or growth. Every room has its own post explaining what it’s for and how to use it, so you’ll know exactly where to spend your time. You can take your time and move through the spaces at your own pace. There’s no rush. Healing happens slowly, but it happens. 💬 Introduce Yourself Below This is your first step in joining the club. Drop a quick intro in the comments and share what’s bringing you here something simple like: “Hey, I’m [your name], and I joined Emotional Support Club because…” We want to know who you are, what you’re healing from, or what you’re hoping to grow through. You’ll probably find someone who’s been exactly where you are or better, someone who is in the same situation as you right now! 🕊️ From Here Once you’ve introduced yourself, explore the rooms that call to you most — whether it’s Breakup & No Contact, Rebuilding Self-Worth, Daily Support Threads, or just Asking The Club For Advice. You don’t have to post perfectly. Just show up as you are. That’s what this space is for. Welcome to Emotional Support Club. You’re safe here. You’re supported here. And from this moment forward, you’re not doing it alone anymore. 💖 – Brelin & The Emotional Support Club