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Tough Times

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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I am alright. @Zoe7 I am nesting and enjoying the creative process in my paving ... ha ha ... who would have thought, but the job keeps growing. I am going for a lightly funky look. Back to Bunnings tmrw for more pavers ... and then to physio.

It is interesting watching some of the caring increase. Little things at supermarket etc. A smile ... a "take care" ... that is good.

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I do love hearing about your paving project @Appleblossom - something to work on at your own pace and will be something you can always look upon and say 'I did that" and feel proud of what you have achieved.

I find it intriguing that we are finding out more and more what we do not need to live and rather what is neccesary - and hopefully some of those priorities in people's lives will change as a result. We live in such a materialistic and 'immediate' society but this isolation I believe has brought with it more patience and meaningful connections - and it is those simple things like a smile and a thank you that mean so much.

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Love our boys. @Former-Member

Got him to put 2 loads on and hang one up. YAY!

Still a few loads to go ... thats the deal ... I got a hug!

@PurplerainBreaking up is hard, be gentle with yourself. For me it was 18 years ago. It was toxic and leaving the right thing to do.

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Thank you for your kind words @Appleblossom. You're right, it's the right thing to do. Sometimes I feel like he'll change, then I tell myself I can't risk it and who knows how long it would take. The father of my kids didn't change and he was similar.😊

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Ariel is sooooo cute @Former-Member

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Good morning my friends, I hope everyone can find blessings in their day today.

@Lee82 and @Zoe7 , thank you for

last night beautiful ladies, it helped more than I could possibly say.

@Appleblossom @Purplerain , I hope you both had a restful night and can have a restful day filled with peace

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Good morning gorgeous. I'm so sorry about last night. I didn't get your last message. I just thought you may have Fallen asleep.
how you feeling this morning?
@Former-Member

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Hello beautiful, how are you holding up today? I started my day with a walk and meditation and a moment of gratitude and I feel great💜it also helps that I just finished listening to Celine Dion's "Thank you" my favourite song you shared with me. Sending you gentle hugs @Lee82

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My pleasure @Former-Member Happy to keep you company for a while and if that helped in any small way then that is great. Hope today is a bit easier on you Hon.

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Hey gorgeous I'm so happy to hear that you are feeling a bit better today and have taken the time to do somethings that helps. That is great news and has put a smile on my face. I'm so glad you also love that Celine Dion song. I listen to it everyday.
Still not feeling the best today. I'm sorry it isn't better news.
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