Not Coping

Hi @Birdofparadise8

I'm around as a moderator if you are up for a chat! I can see you've had a rough couple of days. Anything you want to get off your mind?

Hi @Former-Member

Yeah, things haven't been great.

I'm just sad and lonely.

My psych said today it's like I'm in solitary confinement in a way because of not being around people.

I also don't understand why things have gotten so bad in a week. It's like I'm falling down a cliff very slowly.

Hi @Birdofparadise8

I am sorry to hear you are feeling sad and lonely. I am here to support you the best I can and am in solidarity with you. Loneliness is such a tough human experience, and I can see that you want to be more connected with others in meaningful ways. It was probably pretty triggering, too, coming from your Psych since you were so nervous about the appointment. It sounds like, at times, they can be a bit clumsy with their words.

Is there anything you like to engage in that helps you to feel more connected to the outside world? Like art or a hobby? Building upon social connectedness is definitely something that can be targeted and worked upon! Don't give up on yourself. 🌻

Oh no, I don't mind, he said it. I do agree with it. He has said it before, as well.

I do art, reading, bike riding, and go to the gym. I'm meeting a group of girls on Saturday so that will be nice.

I've been trying hard to improve since my October discharge. The mood stabilizer I was put on was a game-changer. I just don't understand what has changed. @Former-Member

I hope when I see my GP tomorrow, she can increase it. I don't see my psychiatrist until March.

I'm also sad as it could be our last appointment for a while. She is finishing up at the end of March for maternity leave, and I'm unsure when she will come back. I really like her, and she has gone above and beyond for me over the past year.

Hi @creative_writer

How are you?

@Birdofparadise8

Yeah, I suppose he is just looking out for your best interest.

It sounds like you have a variety of interests, which is great! Some physical activity and also art-related activities. Are you reading anything in particular at the moment? I am glad to hear that you are meeting up with some girlfriends on Saturday! I hope that it goes well and you can feel comforted and connected!

I can see that you are really trying! That's promising regarding the mood stabiliser. I hope everything goes well with your GP and you can get the outcome you want and some improvements in your mood! They may also be able to support you in understanding why you may have had a sudden decline in mood and come up with a plan to address it.

I'm sorry to hear that someone in your treatment team who has gone above and beyond for you is going away on maternity leave! I have had that happen myself, and it was a challenging process, but I got through it! Usually, they make sure you are taken care of while they are away, which I am sure is the case for you.

Hang in there; you've got a few things ahead that may make a positive impact, like the social meetup on Saturday and the GP appointment.

Kindly,

Peach29

I'm reading Paradise (The Paradise Club) book by J A Low.

It's different from what I thought it was going to be about.

Yeah, I'm sure she will let me know who I can see instead.

It sucks that it's maternity leave. Meaning she could be gone for three months or a year or longer.

I've only met them once, so I'll see how this meet-up goes. They all seem nice so far.

I wish my roommate hadn't been in her room the whole time. She hasn't been out all day.

I'm just sitting here working on my assignment, which I hope to get done.

Something I talked to my psych today was how my aunt and uncle never texted me to see how I am.

I wish they would. I'm always the one who has the message them. It just sucks that no one cares about me. I never get any messages from anyone, not just my aunt and uncle. I'm always the first to initiate contact. @Former-Member

Hi @Birdofparadise8

Oh cool! Hopefully, it is different in a good way! I'm currently reading The Book of Hope by Jane Goodall.

I'm sure she will have someone well-suited in mind! It does suck, though! It's quite nerve-wracking not knowing how long they will be away and when they might return. Has she given any indicators as to when she might be back?

I'm glad to hear the girls are nice! I hope your second meet-up goes well!

I get that it is frustrating to be a go-getter and live with someone who isn't doing a whole lot of activity. Have you heard of a skill called radical acceptance? It can help in those moments when things are out of your control, and you can't change them. You can learn more about it here:

How to Practice Radical Acceptance (verywellmind.com)

My apologies if you have already heard of the skill! I just thought it might be handy!

You can get there with your assignment, bit by bit.

Have your Aunt and Uncle always been this way? Do they show they care in other ways? It really can be disappointing always to be initiating interactions with others. You sound like a lovely person, though! Often, people are just caught up in their own world, but that doesn't make the feeling any easier to sit with. We are here with you for support.