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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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Yes I can only be on AB's for 5 days because my kidney disease @Dimity

(abscess) Ohh will be thinking of you lots, can you take pains relief xx

Hope you feel better soon

Very hot and humid today , was 86 % humidity and 34 degrees

Going to be 36 degrees tomorrow and there is a chance of a cyclone forming off the coast

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Gosh that's real tropical weather @Shaz51 you'd be melting. Melbourne weather has been fairly settled lately, mostly low to mid 20s which is my favourite.

I'm over the hump now with my abscess but yes it was quite sore.

Will it be a big party tomorrow?

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About 27 of us @Dimity

The wedding is in April xx

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27, a good size. You'd be in the middle of planning for April, hopefully no covid restrictions then. My nephew had to cancel his wedding back in December.

Best wishes hope you all have a lovely day.

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I don't know why but I'm finding it hard to rest even though I have given myself permission to do so today.

I've done a few minor things around the place that needed doing but nothing too meaningful.

My usual and PRN meds are not touching the anxiety. Nor is square breathing helping. I've tried journalling too but hand is not cooperating and I gave up after a page of scrawl.

All I can do is tap away at my phone about feeling weird and down when other people have real problems, here and around the world.

It's almost time for my night-time meds and hopefully I can wind down then.

RedHorse 🌹🐴

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I'm so depressed. I can't get out of bed. Everything is off. I'm disoriented, shaky and seeing movement and shadows out of the corner of my eye. I feel hopeless and alone. Meanwhile it just keeps raining...

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Hi @RedHorse, I am so sorry to hear how much pain you are feeling, and how low everything feels right now I am concerned about your wellbeing and safety at the moment, and am going to send you an email to check in.

Do you have any regular supports that you are checking in with at the moment?

Just wanted to let you know I did edit your post to bring it back in line with the guidelines to ensure that you can seek the support you deserve when you are feeling like this

Keep an eye out on your emails

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Sorry @Daisydreamer I didn't mean to breach any guidelines.

Also @Daisydreamer the support I get on this forum is very helpful.

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No worries at all @RedHorse, we know this was not your intention

I am really glad to hear that you find this space helpful. I have just sent you an email, please take a look at it when you can.

Have you spoken with the SANE Helpcentre before? They can also be a good support and a listening ear should you ever want someone to chat to in live time

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Hello @RedHorse It sounds as though you're having a really bad day today. I hope you manage to eat and drink something tonight. How's the rain situation - is your van and shed weatherproof? Is your property at risk of flooding? Thinking of you

Dimity

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