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Hi @Mimm

Oh definately for myself that happens after a holiday. I think sometimes when you return to a similar environment after an escape, the mind remembers and damn well makes sure you do too! Hopefully it will settle down after a few days. How long have you been home?

Dear Mimm,

I know what it feels like to be totally overwhelmed by your emotions, You can see why that would happen after coming home from a holiday away.

I find one way of keeping emotions under control is to write them down. Just get an exercise book and write down your feelings and your reactions. It doesnt have to be great literature, it is a way of getting those overwhelming emotions out of your system. It is worth a try,

Ellu

Dear Mimm,

Hospital must have been disappointing, especially after losing your favourite therapist. I guess you are feeling pretty low at the moment, and pretty unhappy with your life. Adjusting to different hospital routines must also be hard.

Although hospital is no fun, you can make use of the various programmes available to add to your knowledge and your skills in dealing with this illness. Also in hospital you can have some quiet time. I did mention before that it would be a good idea to get an exercise book and start writing down some of your emotions and reactions. It is one way of getting them out of your system, and taking charge of them.

I know what it feels like to want to self harm, but seriously it doesn't do any good at all. When the urge comes on you talk to one of the nurses or try to distract yourself by making a cup of tea or coffee.

I have the scars to show from my past, but it is really important to find another way of expressing your feelings which doesn't involve self harm.

I hope things are improving for you,

Ellu