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Tough Times

Lee82Senior Contributor23 Apr 2020, 1:27 pm AEST

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

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Lee82Senior Contributor23 Apr 2020, 7:03 pm AEST

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I have tried so many different things some do nothing others help but only in the moment. I haven't found anything that can completely reduce or get rid of my anxiety through the night.
I am so sorry you struggle at night too and that you are not doing well tonight. Do you have any things that help you? @Snowie

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Lee82Senior Contributor23 Apr 2020, 7:08 pm AEST

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Wow so you would be an expert at homeschooling....😁

it's definitely a challenge. I have new renowned respect for teachers. I don't know how they do it with 20+ kids in a class. How is your night @Appleblossom?

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SnowieSenior Contributor23 Apr 2020, 7:08 pm AEST

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I don't think anything gets rid of the anxiety but I have found things that help @Lee82

I listen to a lady called Sarah Edelman on you tube. I have put a link here for you. I find listening to her useful. She has lots of different clips on youtube.

I find I use mindfulness a lot

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDn0dlppO8c&list=OLAK5uy_mR2Uxg0hBUk7lBrQblxeGa8j9mWP_-uiE&index=1

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Lee82Senior Contributor23 Apr 2020, 7:11 pm AEST

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Thanks for the suggestion @Snowie i will definitely check it out tonight.

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AppleblossomSenior Contributor23 Apr 2020, 7:57 pm AEST

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@Lee82

Different techniques have helped me with panic attacks and anxiety, but at times when too many things are going on at once, it can be really hard managing it.

With home schooling there is less time to slip into a quiet space to regulate breathing ...without kids watching.

I had yummy cheesey cauli broccoli soup for dinner and apple pie for dessert.

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Lee82Senior Contributor23 Apr 2020, 8:14 pm AEST

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It's taking all the strength I have left to make it through each night and I'm almost all out.
that sounds like a yummy dinner @Appleblossom we had burritos for dinner tonight.

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Zoe7Senior Contributor23 Apr 2020, 9:01 pm AEST

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Love the look of the muffins @Lee82 It is great that you are finding things to distract you from your thoughts but know also that they sometimes take over and the anxiety increases. Look afterr yourself Hon

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Lee82Senior Contributor23 Apr 2020, 9:10 pm AEST

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Thanks @Zoe7 how is your night going?

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Zoe7Senior Contributor23 Apr 2020, 9:53 pm AEST

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Hey @Lee82 Going okay - still painting but should get most of it finished tonight then I can clean up and move furniture back tomorrow. Some areas will need 2 coats but where most of the furnitutre goes 1 will do as you won't see it anyway. How is you night going?

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Lee82Senior Contributor23 Apr 2020, 10:10 pm AEST

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Wow that's fantastic @Zoe7. Have you painted something specific on the wall?
anxiety is starting to take over now. Can't control it any longer. I'm so tired but can't sleep. Feeling very agitated.
Im listening to some music hoping it will help calm everything down.

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