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oceangirlSenior Contributor
I am really not sure what to say because I can't find the words to express how or what I actually feeling & thinking. I was feeling not so bad up until recently. I just think no one will understand. I think I need some extra support this weekend
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oceangirlSenior Contributor
Hi @Faith-and-Hope 
Sorry I'm just reading this thread now, I think in terms of moving forward, I am still unsure about my plan. I reached out tonight to my friends and it was good to checking with them. I did go to the zoo today, and I enjoyed the interaction down there. At times it was a struggle because I was caught up in my head but I am pleased that dispute my negative feelings, I was able to stay there today and to help out where I could.Thanks for stopping y today and seeing how I am going.
What have you been up to today?
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oceangirlSenior Contributor
Hi @CheerBear Thanks for stopping by and checking in, I have been a bit anxious and distressed today, but I was able to volunteer today and that has helped me a little bit. I am just focusing on reducing my anxiety and stress levels. Tomorrow I have to claim money back from health fund and medicare, and in the afternoon I have exercise physiology appointment.I am just trying to keep putting one foot in front of the other. How was your day?
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CheerBearSenior Contributor
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oceangirlSenior Contributor
I did hear back from specialist, am able to go back into hospital if need be- if that happens it will be on my return from Hawaii. I am sorry you are struggling @CheerBear and I do understand why you are not able to volunteer atm. I am glad I am able to continue with this, it gives me some routine/structure in my life. I am hoping I will be able to increase my hours there.
Perhaps you could look at doing something esle I do find volunteering helps me, I am with a good bunch of people. I work from 12pm to 5pm (Monday) but I do leave home just before 11am and I don't get home until after 6. Last week I got a new jacket and its nice to wear a uniform and to be part of a team.
I understand you and I hear you, I am feeling similar but I trying to push on but also know that I need some extra support too. I am hoping you have better days around the corner. I find exercise helps me in many ways, it mite help you too. Just do what you can and some days you will be able to do more, but I don't wait until I have the motivation, I just try to do it and to try my best. I also know that I need some down time too.
I think I mite pop down to the shops. Talk to you a bit later or tomorrow.
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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor
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CheerBearSenior Contributor
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oceangirlSenior Contributor
@Faith-and-Hope
I am glad you had a good day. I mite make a garden when I come back from Hawaii. Here is a picture, I thought you might like.
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oceangirlSenior Contributor
Hi again @CheerBear
I think I will need hospital, I think I have a few things that need adressing. If I was not going to Hawaii I would be checking in now lol. I will be staying a few nights in a hotel prior to my admission. At least when I get back I will be a bit more relaxed.
I really have to do the exercise for me to function, its really not an option for me to stop, I do lack motivation too at times. You could do the 5min rule and exercise for 5 mins and then chose to continue or stop. Some people find that helpful to get started.
I am feeling a bit tired but not enough to sleep, the worse bit for me is the lack of sleep. I try not to focus on it too much. I am thinking hospital is a long time away if it happens but I don't want me to trip to end quickly in Hawaii.
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