Feeling fragile after a bad day but I am still here ... just!

@Dunks

Yikes - just when you think things are bad enough bumping ones head on the freezer door adds insult to injury - feels at times we just can't win.

You might consider using one of these safety devices next time you are putting the groceries away 😃

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Thanks @Former-Member

Might be a good idea

Maybe a suit of armour to just stay protected from everything for a few hours s day

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The old emotional armour @Dunks - tempting to use but is bulky and restrictive. Emotional resilience however is the new soldier attire.

Learning about MI and getting some counseling for myself made a huge difference for me; I now understand why I respond like I do and what I need to do to cope better. Relationally, I assured Mr Darcy was on his team, advocated for him when necessary, but encourage him to remain I'm treatment - sadly when things are broken, there is no pain free solution.

PS @Dunks

I do know what you mean - there are times when we do need a shield to protect us and we do need wisdom to know when we are best holding our tongues.

I so agree with you @Former-Member but some days the armour is needed to get through the day but not every day.

I really loved those YouTube links you suggested .... I got a lot more of an understanding around the unipolar mania and also how I was feeling.

One day at a time and always feeling grateful for all that is in my life.

I know it is @Dunks and there are times when it is necessary to remove emotion from the equation.

Yikes Dunks, I am sounding like my mother, please don't be put off by my ramblings, we all need to vent ...

Not rambling at al @Former-Member

I so appreciate just being able to share without judgement and learn from you and others so thank you