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Tough Times

Lee82Senior Contributor

Tough Times

I thought I'd open up this discussion for anyone going through a rough time at the moment and want to get some extra support.
I am struggling a lot at the moment dealing with a range of things. One thing a struggle with is Anxiety. This is something I deal with everyday. I wake up with it every morning and fall asleep (when I sleep) with it every night. Some days are worse than other days. Distractions play a big part in coping with it daily. At the moment being stuck at home schooling my kids is my biggest distraction. It helps most of the time however sometimes it can be a real struggle to stay present and calm. We as a family try to go for a walk everyday. We take our family dog with us. Another distraction for me is cooking but this can be a challenge as I struggle with motivating myself but when I get into it I create some nice things. Today my 8year old son and I made oat based banana and chic chip muffins. 😋😋

I hope everyone's day has been a good day filled with self care and motivation.
@Former-Member @Angels333 @Sans911 @Shaz51 @Appleblossom @Snowie @eth @outlander @Former-Member @Zoe7 @Faith-and-Hope @BlueBay

And anyone else who I have missed. All are welcome to join.

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HopefulWarriorSenior Contributor

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@Former-Member

Agree wholeheartedly with what @outlander and @Lee82 said

I've not been on this forum long but your ability to turn up with honesty and self awareness takes guts and is brave

And you too are able to support others in their struggles for which I myself and others I'm sure are grateful for

I don't know the insurance and outs of your struggle but one thing struck me as I read your post .... Hospital can sometimes feel like failure but it's definitely not it's taking that leap of faith and being brave and strong for yourself.

It's something I'm battling with also, acceptance of getting additional support. It's hard and scary but never failure

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Sans911Senior Contributor

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@Former-Member - thank you for tagging me. I was afraid I'd might have lost you as a friend. Like @outlander & @Zoe7 have said, it's a massive, difficult decision that you have considered. And I'm immensely proud of you. You've shown such self awareness and insight to come to that point. It was very brave of your friend too, as we don't always receive information like that very well. I've been in a similar situation to you, and it is hell. I wish you only the best sweetheart. 💕💕💕

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Unknown userMember

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@Lee82 , I need to hear from you my love. Please. 💖

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Unknown userMember

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@Former-Member

Yes. This isn't something I've ever done. But I understand when it's time, our inner guide leads us. I feel blessed to have met you and feel you offer so much support and compassion to many. Such beautiful qualities to have. They in themself show your ability to remain resilient when all isn't ok. I found a great little exercise earlier. It's not much but others may like it?
I found it fun!

1. Write 3 things about you. (Be unapologetic).
2. Write 3 things your good at.

3. Write 3 things love doing.

I gave this a shot. Instead of relying on others for reassurance.

I used this as a tool to curb the sense of rejection.
Maybe at times I reject myself. I need to revisit all this for sure too.

But hey small steps.

You are making a brave step for sure. 🙂

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Sans911Senior Contributor

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It would be really great to hear from you @Lee82

@Former-Member and us are concerned about you. Please just even 'hide' under the support button if that is all you can manage.

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Lee82Senior Contributor

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I am here @Sans911

I am very proud of Izzy for thinking about going into hospital. It takes a lot of courage to make that first step. I think it will be very beneficial even though the process is scary.

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outlanderSenior Contributor

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thanks for checking in @Lee82

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Zoe7Senior Contributor

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@Lee82 💛🧡💚💙💜

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Sans911Senior Contributor

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Thank you sweetie @Lee82. Much appreciated. I don't want you to stop posting or stay away please. You deserve to be here and you need to be here, and I don't want @Former-Member stressed and worried about you.

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Lee82Senior Contributor

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I'm sorry I'll keep posting. @Sans911

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