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So i am new to this forum and about a year ago i was told that i have depression and anxiety. It is something that i have struggle with on and off but at the moment i am finding it quite hard to deal with. I'm just feeling that a part of my life doesn't feel secure and i do tend to worry about this more then i need to.
Thabks for checking in, today wasnt a bad day but wasnt the best, just got a bit overwheled by Nan and pa wanting me to go and work on their farm but its doing something i havent done before so i feel a bit uncomfortable but mum and dad are telling me i need to help cause its family.
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Sans911Senior Contributor
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Just that @Farmchick
Having depression and anxiety is exhausting. Mentally & physically. I've had days where I can sleep up to 10hours. And that's OK. It's not laziness either. So I take frequent breaks in my day. Sometimes I do nothing, sometimes I nap, read, watch a show. Everything you need to do is still there after your break. And can wait until the next day if it has to. So sometimes I don't get the house vacuumed, but I try to accept that I need rest more than the house needs vacuuming. Some people in your life might find it hard to accept that you need that rest and perhaps you are lazy. But you're not. Having a mental illness is a challenge in many ways.
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Ali11Senior Contributor
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What's the farm like @Farmchick? Have you spent much time there before?
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FarmchickContributor
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i have spent a bit of time there @Ali11 but i was going to be doing something i havent done before so i was worried i would stuff it up
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Ali11Senior Contributor
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It's good that you know that particular farm a bit, @Farmchick. Is the work you'd be doing something you're interested in learning about? What makes you think you won't be able to do it well?
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outlanderSenior Contributor
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beautifully said @Sans911
@Farmchick did Sans911 explaination help you understand what she was talking about? do you resonate with what she has said?
do you like to take drives around the farm and help with the animals- do you find it helpful for managing your emotions?
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FarmchickContributor
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Yeah @Ali11 defintely interested just worried i will stuff it up for them and cost them money
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FarmchickContributor
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what Sam said did help @outlander and yeah love just driving around the farm the open space helps me relax but there not always time to stop and take it all in
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Ali11Senior Contributor
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The fact you care so much about doing a good job means even if you do make the odd mistake, your dedication will be worth so much more to them @Farmchick. Be easy on yourself, don't be afraid to ask questions or get feedback as you learn and you'll do wonderfully What's your favourite place at that farm, is there a water hole or hill where you love to spend time?
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