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Pivotal times

CindersContributor

Pivotal times

Last year I quit drinking alcohol. I'm safer for it mentally but I've noticed my relationships have changed a lot since. My friends aren't as active as they used to be. I feel as though I am alone in a groundhog day. Wakeup, work, kid stuff, dinner, bed, repeat. Like there's nothing to look forward to, nothing is bringing joy. I've booked a holiday that I'm not excited about. Is this physiological or am I depressed? [It's been 6 months since I quit alcohol and started exercising instead.

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tymeModerator

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Hey @Cinders ,

How have you been travelling?

I'm mindful holiday periods may be a little more difficult. Are you okay?

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CindersContributor

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Hi @tyme I'm ok thanks. Quite flat, but safe. I am still feeling as though I'm numb, introverted more than usual. I have another GP appointment next week to keep her in the loop. I am excelling at sleep though so taking that as a win 🏆

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tymeModerator

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Nice @Cinders ! That's great that you are getting better sleep! It's certainly a win 🙂

Have you had a full body check-up recently? Check-ups once in a while are helpful 🙂

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CindersContributor

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Yeah @tyme I have. Have had full blood work and an MRI just last week. I just seem to have lost my happy atm. I'm sure it'll be back. Thank you

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tymeModerator

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Your outlook is so inspirational @Cinders . It's a place so many of us know so well... that place of feeling flat and just not the 'happy' place.

I wonder if it's not just about being happy, but just being content with the growth and progress you have made?

What is the ideal YOU that you are looking to become?

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