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My teen won’t let things that happen in arguments days ago be put to rest so she can move on

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Buddyboo

My teen won’t let things that happen in arguments days ago be put to rest so she can move on

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Courtney-RO

Re: My teen won’t let things that happen in arguments days ago be put to rest so she can move on

Hi @Buddyboo and welcome to our online community!

 

Thank you for sharing a little bit about your situation with us. I'm sorry to hear that your teen has been having trouble letting things go after an argument. That sounds like a really tough situation to be in. Do you mind me asking if you have been able to talk to her about this and been able to express your concerns?

I am also wondering if you would feel comfortable sharing more about this and what happens after an argument?

It sounds like a lot to be managing on your own and I am mindful of the impact it must have on you, do you mind me asking how you take care of yourself when situations like this arise?

 

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Birdwings

Re: My teen won’t let things that happen in arguments days ago be put to rest so she can move on

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Hi @Buddyboo and I'd also like to welcome to our online community!

It's so good you've identified this trait in your daughter when she's young and she has a better chance of working through it and learning how to let go. My mum has held onto things people have said to her over 50 years ago and doesn't let them go and it would've been great if she'd addressed this as a young person. There are a few classic sayings about letting go such as "pick your battles" and forgiveness is an important process, which is much more important for the person doing the forgiving and issues don't fester like a cancer or infection. 

The other aspect of this is why she feels the need to hold on. Does she like to be in control and are there things in her life which are feeling beyond her control that are concerning her? 

Dealing with anger could be another aspect of this situation. 

Maybe learning so simple relaxation or mindfulness techniques might help. Going for a walk or a run. Visualising the situation dissolving or disappearing like a helium balloon into the sky might help. When Reachout first came into being, they used to have a rocket in the teen's section and they could write their problem inside the rocket and then press a button to send their problem into space. It seemed like a great idea to me. 

I hope those suggestions help. 

Best wishes,

Birdwings