Tough Times

Hi @Lee82

I can relate to a lot of what you have written.

I am glad you have different coping strategies in place to help you with your anxiety. It sounds like your kids play a big part in your life.

Oh! @Lee82 I would love to see a pic of the oatmeal banana and choc chip muffins (providing nothing identifible is in the pic) This is such a cool activity to do with the little ones I empathise with staying present and calm, especially with all that's happening in the world. Am reading this really cool book right now, Atomic Habits, don't know if you've come across it? It talks about falling in love with the process of things. Really hit home. Thanks for sharing this..and please know we've all got your back in this journey

They are the center of my world @Snowie . The main reason why I keep going. They can be challenging at times especially when I am having a very bad day but I love them to bits.
I am sorry to hear you also struggle with the same things snowie. How has your day been?

I also have two children @Lee82 and are the reason why I am still going. They bring a smile to your face even on your toughest days.

I am glad you have them and they are lucky to have such a loving mother.

My day has been okish.

Healthy Choc Chip and Banana Muffins. They are made with oats instead of flour and not a lot of sugar. They were ok...not enough of the bad stuff in them to make them really yummy...lol @Former-Member

I haven't heard of that book but will check it out. Thanks Nashy

Thanks @Snowie. Are you doing homeschooling too?

Yes @Lee82 My kids are both in high school however so are managing without a lot of input from me. The younger ones needs reminders to stay on track but they are going ok.

Its pretty good when they are pretty much independent however a good push every now and then is definitely needed. @Snowie

Night time is coming and my anxiety is beginning to climb. Hate the nights.
hope your night is going ok snowie.

Do you have any things that you can do to help with the anxiety @Lee82 ?

I find nights hard too, I think after trrying to manage all day, it comes to a peak at night.

My night is going like the last week has, terrible, but am trying to use some strategies to help myself.

@Former-Membermy son bought that book, and I was glad cos it meant he was on a good path.

@SnowieHey

@Lee82 I did home schooling in pre covid times ... years ago.

Its tough and its great.