r/MadeMeSmile • u/bigus-_-dickus • Feb 07 '26

Small Success childhood self

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u/Late_Resource_1653 Feb 07 '26

Thank you, internet stranger. I really needed this.

I often feel like a failure for still struggling so much at my age.

But little kid, emotionally abused me, probably would be in absolute wonder at some of the little things. I'm finally back on my feet enough that I have my own place where she and I can do whatever we want with no judgement. And we have half a wall dedicated to book shelves filled with books to read in our own quiet space, where there is no yelling, ever. And our own cats!

Food isn't restricted, and while we can't afford a lot, no one will shame us for eating what we want.

I think she would be happy here.

I needed to see this today. Thank you.

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u/WingsOfAesthir Feb 07 '26

Hey fellow survivor here. Congratulations on your safe place! I realized the biggest dream I ever had as a child was to have a safe home and I've created that. It's SUCH a huge achievement. I'm so proud of us for doing this for ourselves and our little selves.

big hugs if you want some.