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Struggling

Struggling

Struggling at the moment.

I'm experiencing a combination of depression and anxiety bringing up all sorts of negative memories. Mistakes I made and opportunities I failed to take up.

It's making me feel unwell, jittery, hopeless, painfully uncomfortable and unable to rest.

I'm not even sure I will post this but at least it gives me something to focus on in the moment.

I know other people have real problems. When I look at my life objectively I feel like a fraud. I'm weak and lazy.

Like why can't I just start doing something meaningful to relieve the anxiety?

Every little thing seems too hard, too much for me to handle.

I'm overwhelmed.

I have so many excuses to NOT participate in everyday life.

Yes I have diagnoses but I also receive ongoing treatment for them.

I should be doing better.

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No worries @RedHorse it's good to hear from you. I just got in from an "emu patrol" walking around my suburban block picking up a garbage bag full of litter. Effort but worth it.

I hope your ISP can resolve your internet issues and you still have phone coverage. You've not missed much in the way of news... Covid, Ukraine and the election continue.

Please keep posting when you're able, I appreciate your posts too.

Dimity

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@perspective getting words on the page helps clear the mind I reckon... and I've been grumpy this week but look forward to hearing from you and others what upsets or gladdens you. Give your dog a pat for me.

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@Dimity , @RedHorse , @perspective , it is good to have somewhere to vent, talk about anything xoxo

@tyme , @Former-Member

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I agree. How are you @Shaz51 - did you have a good weekend?

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Today was a lot better than yesterday @Dimity

How about you

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I'm okay thanks @Shaz51 , I'll try to get onto overdue housework tomorrow. What happened for you yesterday? It's good today was somewhat better for you...

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Hey @RedHorse ,

Great to see you here. I'm sorry to hear things have been a little challenging.

As for 'complaining', I wouldn't quite call it that. You are sharing parts of your life with your SANE family, for which we feel very privileged.

We are here for you,

tyme

Hi @Dimity @Shaz51 @perspective

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Hi everyone hope all is well with @RedHorse @Dimity @tyme @Shaz51. Haven’t heard anything lately. Easter scheaster is upon us let’s just eat chocolate

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Hi @perspective I've been eating hot cross buns today. I'm trying to avoid too much chocolate this year - we'll see how long that lasts!

I've been grumpy and very much missing real life contact. I haven't had a conversation for over a week unless you count my pdoc on Monday. The cat provides some company but his demands are predictable - food, scratch me, and open the door.

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Hi @Dimity I’d like to be more social however I find it a bit hard and these days I kind of prefer isolation tho we are constantly reminded that humans are social animals. I think that depends on whether it’s a positive experience. I’m catching up with an old friend on Saturday at a dumpling restaurant- I thank the universe for dumplings.

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