Connect with people who understand what you are going through, seek advice and surround yourself with support. We're free, anonymous, and professionally moderated 24/7.
ArraDreaming Senior Contributor
Somedays when it feels like everything is too much I like to do things outside or go into my shed, there id usually something to work on in there it doesn’t fix everything but it clears my head and helps me relax (unless I’m working on my car)
What do you do when life feels heavy?
I would like to hear from the community
In response to: Yarning Space: What do you do when it all feels too heavy?
Appleblossom Senior Contributor
I am similar @ArraDreaming I often do practical things to work through my emotions. A long time ago, I did do some motor mechanics lol. These days it’s more likely to be cooking or gardening.
Though I do read and do music, which helps also.
The book I have been reading this morning is called The Smell of Rain on Dust by Martin Prechtel, a first nations person from the not so United States. It’s a different mindset for me but I feel it is good for me.
🍎
In response to: Re: What do you do when it all feels too heavy?
Snowie Senior Contributor
@Appleblossom @ArraDreaming its great that you have things to turn too. No they might not help with everything, but can help a lot in the moment.
I would normally choose to cook or read something or if I needed to keep my hands busy, do a jigsaw. I find these can help me in the moment.
Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.
Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.
Fields marked * are required
