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LillyblueCasual Contributor
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QueenieSenior Contributor
Hey there @Lillyblue, I don't think we've 'met' before, so I wanted to extend a warm welcome to SANE.
Your post really caught my attention because I can relate so much to it. I live with schizoaffective disorder which, for me, is a combination of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. I find I can achieve a lot when in manic phases, although towards the end of the phase I find I get really irritable and grouchy. when I am depressive phase, I struggle to do the simplest of self-care things like dressing, eating or showering.
I notice that you are going into hospital soon. I do hope this admission helps you to regroup and recuperate. I wish I had some pearls of wisdom to offer you through this difficult time. Please know that I hear you and am sitting with you.
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LillyblueCasual Contributor
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QueenieSenior Contributor
How are things for you today @Lillyblue? I hope today has been kinder to you.
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LillyblueCasual Contributor
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QueenieSenior Contributor
Good for you @Lillyblue in taking that shower today. 🙂 I know the depths of depression can make such a task as shower nearly impossible. Sometimes baby steps is what is needed.
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