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Those small steps are such a great idea, @Snowie. Less of a mountain to climb.

And remember, that voice is just another thought floating through your head - no need to hang on to it!

Those small steps are such a great idea, @Snowie @D4Dolphin

when I think of so much it gets very overwhelming indeed

Thanks @D4Dolphin

I try to let those thoughts just flow through me. Try not to hold onto them. A work in progress!

@Shaz51 if I don't break it down into small steps I don't think I could do it. I try not to write too many things on my list at once either, as it can be very overwhelming.

I did have a shower today though, yippee!!

well done for having a shower my sister @Snowie 😍

The days just seem to be getting longer. All I want to do is stay in bed and sleep. Sleep gives me a rest, it gives me a break from the constant noise in my head. Yet even sleep is hard to come by.

I was meant to go out today but just couldn't bring myself to do it. I don't want to see anyone or do anything. I haven't the energy to pretend. I just want to hide.

Hi @Snowie ,

I can hear that things feel heavy for you - being exhausted mentally and physically is a hard place to be and it makes sense that you'd want a break from that. You're not alone, and sometimes taking things hour by hour can be a helpful approach.

It's also completely okay if you aren't up to going out today - the community is here for you.

Are there any grounding activities that provide you some relief and distraction? I know firsthand that lack of sleep can impact my mental health and energy levels a lot - slowly working to improve that could really help too.

Also, please don't hesitate to reach out to Lifeline to speak with counsellor if you need more immediate support - 13 11 14. You don't have to go through this alone.
~ @Honeymoon

Hello and hugs @Snowie

Sitting with you my friend 🧡

@Honeymoon 😊

Thanks @Shaz51 💗I hope you are going ok

Thanks @Honeymoon I've been taking it hour by hour.

I've been colouring in which has helped a little. I tried reading but couldn't concentrate on the words. H is watching tv but I'm struggling to follow what is happening. I can't fit anymore into my head.

It's so nice and sunny today outside, yet going into the fresh air feels like too much work. I made it to the couch though. Took some prn.

I spoke to someone from lifeline last night. It helped a bit. I know it's there if I need.

So I waited on hold for 15mins before getting cut off

Then waited for chat for 35mins and nothing

Maybe it's trying to tell me something

The last few days have been difficult. I had my psych on Thursday. By telehealth. I told her what was happening and how I've been dealing with it. She said she needed to talk to pdoc. Haven't heard from either of them so not sure if she has or not.

Had ect yesterday. Whilst the nurses are always lovely there, they are hard to talk to. I'm just meant to tell a random nurse how I'm feeling and what thoughts I've been having.

Came home to the couch. H wanted to go up the street this morning, so I put my big girl pants on and went with him. Now I'm back on the couch. Cold, wet and miserable here so an afternoon cuddled up under a blanket seems appealing to me.