tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533231929478358431.post1181830768640094983..comments2023-04-07T02:36:39.711-06:00Comments on Michelle Pilar: Ninja Turtles and a QuoteMichellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13299386823212424669noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533231929478358431.post-50630039204014822182011-06-13T21:02:31.107-06:002011-06-13T21:02:31.107-06:00You are so sweet! Now I have to go blow my nose an...You are so sweet! Now I have to go blow my nose and start working on my energy!Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03224493188863060227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533231929478358431.post-31317943730351556342011-06-04T21:37:53.383-06:002011-06-04T21:37:53.383-06:00I loved your thoughts on Oprah. I watched that sho...I loved your thoughts on Oprah. I watched that show too and really enjoyed that quote as well. Thanks for sharing it on your blog. I didn't have a pen and paper with me at the time and I've been trying to remember what the exact quote was. Anyways sure love you girl. Thanks again for sharing that special message.The Rawlingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00120627581086015884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533231929478358431.post-84874468119122230142011-05-27T23:05:39.482-06:002011-05-27T23:05:39.482-06:00WOW. That was some serious dialogue. Michelle, I j...WOW. That was some serious dialogue. Michelle, I just want you to know that I think you are a ROCK STAR and I look up to you VERY much. It takes courage to do what you do every day. That quote is inspiring, thank you for sharing.Sidnee & Stephenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10230296103864044925noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533231929478358431.post-85664736297317615892011-05-26T22:27:12.276-06:002011-05-26T22:27:12.276-06:00Just a side note: Not trying AT ALL to say you hav...Just a side note: Not trying AT ALL to say you haven't had trauma. At all. I am not making that judgement. I'm trying to get you to see a different perspective where it relates to the support you've received from your family in your life and the lack of support others who seem as though they're incapable of getting over their trauma have. You know I like you Michelle. I don't want to offend you.brittanyepagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07738259567737850206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533231929478358431.post-23423462649565052412011-05-26T22:04:29.392-06:002011-05-26T22:04:29.392-06:00My post was not referring to teen pregnancy being ...My post was not referring to teen pregnancy being a trauma. I'm aware it was one of the best things to happen to you. You have two beautiful kids. What my post was speaking to was the support you have. Your seemingly incredibly supportive and loving family... I'm sure that was a huge part of what has helped you through your traumas in life. People who go through trauma need that support to bounce back... and unfortunately most people who go through trauma do not have it... which makes it nearly impossible to do so... which makes it difficult for them to simply take responsibility and move on. Being someone who has been through incredible trauma and has zero family to rely on... I do not simply tell those who have to take responsibility for it. It is unrealistic. Especially without support. It is important to take those variables into consideration when prescribing solutions for those who come from traumatic backgrounds such as the ones listed in your blog. THAT is my only point.brittanyepagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07738259567737850206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533231929478358431.post-14210074537596281022011-05-26T21:58:43.389-06:002011-05-26T21:58:43.389-06:00Brittany, again thanks for your input. but I am no...Brittany, again thanks for your input. but I am not referring to my teen pregnancy. Actually that was one of the best experiences I've had. <br />You obviously do not know, nor had way to know what I went through in my life. and you should just stop there. <br />again. thanks for your input.Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13299386823212424669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533231929478358431.post-79040845663749684442011-05-26T21:26:27.187-06:002011-05-26T21:26:27.187-06:00Well, from what I can see you have a wildly suppor...Well, from what I can see you have a wildly supportive family... who allows you to live in their home while you get your little family together and into your own place. People who go through trauma and do NOT have a normal family who care for them and support them have a more difficult time bouncing back from trauma. I'm glad you realize how lucky you are and you're thankful for that support. It is probably a huge part of how you've been able to bounce back. Most people who are unable to get through trauma do not have that support and help. Imagine most girls who get pregnant super early and do not have family to rely on or a man who stays by their side... this is when we see people dependent upon government aide, etc. THAT is what I am talking about. YOU have support. Therefore, you've been able to bounce back. Unless people have help, it is very difficult to bounce back. This is why those people deserve compassion. More difficult to take responsibility when you're at the bottom and without support.brittanyepagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07738259567737850206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533231929478358431.post-36972999573537564762011-05-26T21:23:00.884-06:002011-05-26T21:23:00.884-06:00I totally agree with you. Taking responsibility i...I totally agree with you. Taking responsibility is something that I work on all the time. But also, I love the energy comments. That's also something that I try to work on and no matter what energy you bring, it makes an impact! (What I'm working on is the "good" energy, btw).<br /><br />Love ya Michelle!Kelli @ The Loss Causehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045999778452965533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533231929478358431.post-17632780099450523922011-05-26T20:49:44.973-06:002011-05-26T20:49:44.973-06:00Like I said, I could have gone into much more deta...Like I said, I could have gone into much more detail of my thoughts and background and why and how the quote hit me so hard. But i didn't, maybe that would have helped you're view on the post.Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13299386823212424669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533231929478358431.post-45831889045881414792011-05-26T20:46:51.727-06:002011-05-26T20:46:51.727-06:00Thanks for reading and commenting Brittany!
.. i&#...Thanks for reading and commenting Brittany!<br />.. i'm not saying "get over it" just simply take the responsibility to not blame everything on it. <br />And I can say so because I have endured a lot of trauma and forms of abuse and witnessed much more in my own family. Hardly anyone even knows the drastic things I have been through and things that still happen. So maybe it is a mistake for you to assume I cannot identify. (another lesson on not being quick to judge) So i feel fine saying what I said.<br />Compassion is the number one thing I believe in. When people don't have compassion for others in these kind of (or any kind) of situations, then I feel they pass up an opportunity to learn something and will then have to learn it another way in their own life. <br />I totally agree the lasting effects trauma has on the brain and so forth. I have read these kind of books and see it everday in people I love. <br />Thanks for your input Brittany! :) <br />I didn't know were a reader hahaMichellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13299386823212424669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533231929478358431.post-73749970498442497662011-05-26T20:18:38.230-06:002011-05-26T20:18:38.230-06:00Loved the blog post! Just have one comment where i...Loved the blog post! Just have one comment where it relates to taking responsibility. It is so easy for people who haven't endured life changing trauma to tell other people who have to take responsibility and get over it. While I agree, there should be more compassion. It isn't simply a "get over it" issue. Trauma actually changes the chemistry of the brain. Trauma actually triggers serious mental illnesses. Trauma can have lasting impact... separate from the cycles of abuse that continue on... people making bad choices, abusing their own children, etc. It is a difficult thing overcome. That is why we see so many people who are unable to do so. I am someone who was able to do so and I get frustrated with people who blame their past, but at the same time, I understand where they are coming from. Without proper help (such as help from people like Oprah) and assistance, overcoming such hurdles can be nearly impossible. I think it is important to remember this, especially when one doesn't identify with people who come from such situations. That's all ;) Glad you love your life!brittanyepagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07738259567737850206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533231929478358431.post-79928151895175880132011-05-26T16:33:08.659-06:002011-05-26T16:33:08.659-06:00I actually thought about you yesterday wondering i...I actually thought about you yesterday wondering if you were watching Oprah. I thought she said some really great things. She has done some pretty incredible things for people. I hope you are doing well cute girl!Brett, Juliann, and Maehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17145094676477354546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3533231929478358431.post-56663689803509907162011-05-26T13:32:48.075-06:002011-05-26T13:32:48.075-06:00Michelle! Sometimes I think we are thinking the sa...Michelle! Sometimes I think we are thinking the same thing at the same time! I was watching that yesterday too and when I saw that quote, I was like HOLY COW. That's awesome. Seriously though, isn't it crazy? Makes me want to be a better person and shoot of rays of BRIGHT yellow :) Haha, not literally, but you get my point. (The yellow is my energy ok!) Haha but really nice blog here. Thanks for letting me read about your life.Paigehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05731968759371166220noreply@blogger.com