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creative_writerSenior Contributor
The recent medication changes has calmed my brain down. I’m still feeling caged up, I know my psych is looking at more frequent therapy sessions if we can get more under ED plan. Once a month sessions aren’t enough. It just feels like the traumatic memories aren’t ending, I’ve been in therapy for years. It’s taking so long to heal. I just want to get to the point the body flashbacks aren’t so regular
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
I slept better @creative_writer felt ok this morning went for a short walk. This afternoon my back, neck and head hurt. Painkillers ineffective. Feeling very thirsty. Planted a geranium cutting this morning and put indoor pots outside to catch forecast rain. How are you today?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
I had french fries for dinner. I make them at home sometimes. Was going to have chicken as well but wasn’t hungry enough.
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AuntGlowModerator
It's so normal to not always have the words in therapy. 💖
I wonder if you could explore tapping into sensations you're experiencing or even giving your feelings a sound/movement? Perhaps starting with simple reflections in this way could help you find your words? @creative_writer
It sounds to me like the theme of finding safety in your body is really prominent right now. I wonder if there are small ways you can try this that don't flood your nervous system too much?
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AuntGlowModerator
Hey @GezzaP!
How are your body and mind feeling today? 💛
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
My mind is ok. My body is sore. Back, neck and head hurt. Have been sleepy today. Slept better last night and have dozed a few times today. @AuntGlow
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
@creative_writer Dinner was ok.
I woke up early again today. Tidied up lounge and dining room ready for cleaner to come tomorrow. Having a spring clean done on Friday.
Will go for a short walk when it’s light. Done my back exercises.
Thinking of trimming my hair today.
Getting quotes for some more roller shutters and a solar battery on Wednesday.
Did a bit of gardening yesterday.
Speaking to psychiatrist tomorrow (will ask her for a mental health care plan). Speaking to psychologist on Thursday.
Hope you slept ok and have a good day.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
@creative_writer Yes hoping psychiatrist will give me a mental health care plan. Still got a really bad headache today. Went for two walks back hurt. In a lot of pain.
Hope you are ok today.
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