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@MissGremlin I can hear how disappointing and discouraging that must be when what you’re needing most in those moments is simply to feel heard and not alone.

That makes a lot of sense and what you’re feeling is valid. When you’ve already had so many things feel unstable or taken away recently, even small changes to routines or comforts can really add to that sense of overwhelm.

I hear how much you’re also holding around your relationships, wanting connection, worrying about losing people, and carrying the weight of past losses. That’s a lot to be sitting with on top of everything else.

I’m glad you’ve got Casper with you and that you’re trying to rest where you can. Even just focusing on getting through the next bit and having some sleep sounds like a kind thing to give yourself right now

@Nala2022 thankyou for listening and understanding and for the kind words.

Thankyou for simply being here ❤️.

Thank you for letting me know how things are sitting for you right now, and I’m really sorry you’re still going through such intense nightmares and fear around losing people you care about. That sounds like a lot for your mind and body to be holding, especially when sleep is meant to be a time of rest.

It makes sense that recent losses would still feel very present for you, and that your brain might be reacting strongly in sleep when you haven’t had the space to fully process everything that’s happened. That can feel really unsettling and exhausting.

I’m glad you’re focusing on taking things second by second and breath by breath right now, even when it feels shaky. That kind of grounding, especially in moments like this, can be really important.

Thank you for checking in as well, I’m glad you’re here and that you’re staying connected @MissGremlin 💛

@MissGremlin

I’m really sorry you’re going through this again, especially after such a short sleep. Waking up straight into panic and nightmares like that sounds incredibly distressing and exhausting.

I hear how defeated and overwhelmed you’re feeling right now, and how hard it is when your mind starts telling you that you’re a burden. I want to gently reflect back that needing support in moments like this doesn’t make you a burden, it means you’re going through something really intense and you’re trying to get through it as best you can.

I’m glad you’re reaching back out to the crisis service, even though it hasn’t felt easy. You deserve to be met with care and support when things feel this overwhelming.

It also sounds like you’re trying hard to stay connected and grounded right now, even while your brain is pushing you towards shutting down. Keeping Casper close and focusing on calming yourself in small ways is important in moments like this.

Are you able to focus on just one small thing in the room right now, something you can see or feel, just to help anchor you a little while you’re waiting for support?

'Ello poppet! How are you?! @MissGremlin 💛

Hello @AuntGlow, your 'ello poppet made me giggle 😂.

I'm not doing great, feeling very down and not with it today. I'm safe and currently out at the moment for a very short time. Was meant to have support worker today but I wasn't feeling up to it and then she cancelled on me anyway.

How are you going sweet?

Yay! I am glad. @MissGremlin

What are you doing out?

And how have things with your support worker been overall?

I am sorry she cancelled, I can imagine having some extra support would be really helpful today.

What might help you tonight?

I have been well, thank you for asking! 🫶