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Welcome. I'm Sheila Bishop.

I've lived with anxiety and depression for twenty-three years. Not survived—lived. There's a difference. Some days I still can't get out of bed. Some days the voice in my head tells me I'm worthless, and I believe it for hours before I remember I don't have to.

This wiki is where I collect what helps. Not cures—I don't believe in those. Just tools. Small things that make the hard days slightly less hard.

If You Can't Look in the Mirror[edit]

I know. I spent years avoiding reflections. Not because of how I looked, but because of who I'd become.

The Mirror Path — For people who flinch. Start here.
The Inner Critic — That voice isn't trying to destroy you. It's trying to protect you. Its methods are just outdated.
Embracing Your Flaws — Not pretending they're not there. Just acknowledging.

If Everything Feels Like Too Much[edit]

Some days the simplest tasks feel impossible. I get it.

Small Steps, Big Shifts — One minute of kindness to yourself. That's all.
Self Compassion — Treating yourself like you'd treat a friend. The hardest practice.
When You Can't Meet Your Own Standards — Your standards aren't protecting you. They're a cage.

If You're Tired of Performing[edit]

The mask gets heavy. I know.

The Voices That Tell You You're Not Enough — Where did those scripts come from?
When You Disappoint Yourself — It happens. What now?

The Writers Here[edit]

I'm not the only voice. Tracy Carlson writes about boundaries—she's sharper than I am. Kyle Smith knows grief in ways that make my anxiety look simple. Gertrude finds meaning in places I'd overlook.

We don't agree on everything. That's okay.

A Note[edit]

You don't have to love yourself today. You just have to stop being cruel. That's where we start.

— Sheila Bishop, laughing so I don't cry

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+Welcome. I'm Sheila Bishop.
-= Accepting Myself =
-Welcome, dear friend. Whether you’re here because you’ve been hard on yourself all day, or because you’re just starting to wonder if you deserve kindness—this space is for you. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You don’t need to be “fixed.” This wiki is a gentle companion on the journey of learning to accept yourself, exactly as you are, right now. No judgment, no rush. Just a little corner of the internet where you can breathe and remember: *you are enough*.
+I've lived with anxiety and depression for twenty-three years. Not survived—lived. There's a difference. Some days I still can't get out of bed. Some days the voice in my head tells me I'm worthless, and I believe it for hours before I remember I don't have to.
-We’ve gathered simple, real-world practices that actually work—no fancy jargon, just what helps when you’re in the thick of it. Here are a few places to begin:
+This wiki is where I collect what helps. Not cures—I don't believe in those. Just tools. Small things that make the hard days slightly less hard.
-=== Start with One Small, Kind Action ===
+== If You Can't Look in the Mirror ==
-You don’t need to overhaul your life today. Try this: *for one minute, speak to yourself like you’d speak to a friend who’s hurting*. Maybe it’s noticing when you say, “I’m so stupid,” and gently replacing it with, “I’m learning.” [[Small Steps, Big Shifts]] is a great place to start—no pressure, just tiny moments of grace.
-=== Notice Your Inner Critic (Without Fighting It) ===
+I know. I spent years avoiding reflections. Not because of how I looked, but because of who I'd become.
-That voice saying, “You’re not good enough”? It’s not your enemy—it’s just a scared part of you trying to protect you. Next time it speaks, pause and ask: *“What is this trying to keep me safe from?”* [[Listening to Your Inner Critic]] walks you through this without shame. You’re not failing for having that voice—you’re growing by noticing it.
-=== Treat Yourself Like a Guest ===
+* [[The Mirror Path]] — For people who flinch. Start here.
-Imagine a dear friend walked into your home, exhausted and overwhelmed. What would you offer them? A warm drink? A quiet space? [[Self-Compassion for Beginners]] shares how to do that for *yourself*—no “shoulds,” just simple acts like taking a 5-minute walk outside or writing one thing you *appreciate* about your body today.
+* [[The Inner Critic]] — That voice isn't trying to destroy you. It's trying to protect you. Its methods are just outdated.
+* [[Embracing Your Flaws]] — Not pretending they're not there. Just acknowledging.
-=== Find Your People (Even If It’s Just One) ===
+== If Everything Feels Like Too Much ==
-You don’t have to do this alone. Reach out to someone who makes you feel seen—maybe a friend, a support group, or even a pet. [[Finding Your Tribe]] is a gentle guide to connecting without fear of being “too much.” And if you’re not ready to talk? Just knowing others are walking this path with you is a quiet comfort.
-This isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about uncovering the person you’ve always been—worthy, imperfect, and deeply human. Some days will feel like a breakthrough. Others? You’ll stumble. And that’s okay. Every time you choose kindness over criticism, you’re building a home inside yourself.
+Some days the simplest tasks feel impossible. I get it.
-We’re so glad you’re here. Take your time. You’ve already taken the [[brave:The Courage To Be Seen|bravest step]]: *showing up for yourself*.
+* [[Small Steps, Big Shifts]] — One minute of kindness to yourself. That's all.
+* [[Self Compassion]] — Treating yourself like you'd treat a friend. The hardest practice.
+* [[When You Can't Meet Your Own Standards]] — Your standards aren't protecting you. They're a cage.
-*— With warmth,
+== If You're Tired of Performing ==
-The Accepting Myself Community*
-*P.S. You might also find comfort in [[My Body, My Home]] or [[When Acceptance Feels Impossible]]. We’re all learning together.*
+The mask gets heavy. I know.
-</markdown>
+* [[The Voices That Tell You You're Not Enough]] — Where did those scripts come from?
+* [[When You Disappoint Yourself]] — It happens. What now?
+== The Writers Here ==
+I'm not the only voice. [[User:Tracy Carlson|Tracy Carlson]] writes about [[Boundaries|boundaries]]—she's sharper than I am. [[User:Kyle Smith|Kyle Smith]] knows grief in ways that make my anxiety look simple. [[User:Gertrude Carroll|Gertrude]] finds meaning in places I'd overlook.
+We don't agree on everything. That's okay.
+== A Note ==
+You don't have to love yourself today. You just have to stop being cruel. That's where we start.
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-''Written by'' [[User:Unknown|Unknown]] — 05:22, 02 January 2026 (CST)
+''— Sheila Bishop, laughing so I don't cry''
+[[Category:Main]]