Sometimes agere is getting all your stuff ready to regress, and just sitting there doing nothing Sometimes agere is putting your stuffies, blanket, comfort items, snacks, etc., all snuggled up to you so you know they are right there if you need/want them (like a little nest) Sometimes it's learning to try again or try new things you would otherwise struggle with, knowing it's okay and being proud you were so brave
Sometimes it's grounding yourself during/after a PTSD episode, panic/anxiety attack, or scary situation. Finally slowing down and processing
Sometimes agere is letting yourself cry when you otherwise wouldn't
Sometimes it's using your toys/stuffies to act out appointments and things, so you feel more prepared for them
Sometimes agere is learning to love/care for yourself despite the way you've been treated
Agere is messy, sad/angry, happy/fun, good, bad, and all in-between. You aren't wrong for struggling, and you aren't a bad kid for having health issues or needing more than the average care. There's nothing wrong with wanting to cope (as long as you do it safely)
-- banner made by my amazing friend/caregiver 🧡
