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dealing with loneliness and social isolation as carers.

Shaz51Senior Contributor

dealing with loneliness and social isolation as carers.

dealing with loneliness and social isolation as carers. an extra special welcome to those members who wanted a reminder of tonight's event @Sophie1 👋👋👋

It’s a no brainer that being a carer can sometimes feel very emotionally isolating. Sometimes we have a bit to navigate through in supporting those with complex mental health issues, at times it feels as though time itself does not allow for extra curricular events, hobbies or meet ups.

Tonight we will be focusing on strategies and discussions around how to empower ourselves again, caring for ourselves and fulfilling our own desires whilst also supporting our loved ones ❤️

we are followring from lat night topic tuesday

hello @Former-Member , @Determined , @outlander , @Smc @KVD @Mermaid1 @Blip Hi @Mumtryingtohelp Hi @sophie6

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DeterminedSenior Contributor

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All holding together here @Mrsjones

We have much to be grateful for.

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Shaz51Senior Contributor

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hugs @Determined , @Mrsjones , @Former-Member , @Sophia1 , @Blip

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MrsjonesSenior Contributor

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The loneliness is hitting hard tonight.

Talking with Mr Jones this afternoon/ evening over text whilst his in hospital and I can't keep up with the negative comments.

The 'what's the point of trying, I'll just be here again in a couple months' , 'im never going to be happy' and so on.

It takes a piece of me everytime. I see myself as extremely supportive but I feel his not respecting my opinions and recommendations.

Why aren't the kids and I a motivator for strength?

How is this sustainable?

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DeterminedSenior Contributor

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Hard times @Mrsjones

Hard to know what to say. Here listening though.

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DeterminedSenior Contributor

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Thinking of you @Mrsjones

Some of the emotions you have expressed are like a distant memory yet still so fresh.

Talking through my thought and feelings here on the forum helped me get through some pretty dark days. While I may not always know what to say I am here to listen and sit with you.

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Jay-eSenior Contributor

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@Mrsjones how are things? Are you okay? The loneliness is hard isn't it? Though I guess I'm at the other end of the spectrum... MsJ is home all the time now as she was in the middle of a barber apprenticeship. Sadly that seems to have been the thing keeping her steady. Your comment about why aren't you enough of a motivator cut me to the core tonight and the tears flowed! We had a particularly hard week last week and it felt to me like our marriage was the thing that was going to give. I don't have any answers but I know the thoughts running through your head all too well. I'm sorry x

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Shaz51Senior Contributor

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Hello @547 , @Romi , @OMG12 , @B_01 , @bundybird , @alwaysangry

how are you today

come and meet some other carers

@Jay-e, @Determined , @Mrsjones , @Former-Member , @Sophia1 , @Former-Member , @Jupiter

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