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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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Hey my love, had some running around for D2 and my son to do and that was about it. Far too exhausted to do much else. Had to tell my boy what was going on because d3 gave him her version of what's happening 😓 Still standing or sitting as it be, trying hard to be present for my girls as they seem to have a million things to tell me right now.

How are you? How did the boys go with home schooling today. @Lee82

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Good you were able to get out the house today hun. I know how difficult that can be. But you did it babe. That's a little win for you.
how did your son take the news?
I can imagine how tough it is to concentrate when it's hard to stay present. When kids are in your ear it seems like you ask them to repeat themselves over again. You are doing the best you can babe and that is enough for now. Us mums without the shit we are going through have to put up with a lot. Sometimes it's hard to be there 100% of the time.
boys went well today with homeschooling. I was able to sit with Mr8 today through most of his lesson and we are making choc chip cookies together later as he has to do it for a school project....lol

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Hmmm chocolate chip cookiesssss any excuse is a good excuse to make cookies😂 He was ok with it until I said there was nothing he could do to help. Enjoy your cookie making @Lee82

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Don't be too hard on yourself @Former-Member. Some days are just like that. I have many days like that. Depression can really suck a lot of energy out of you. If you got up and went for a walk, well done.

Take care of yourself

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Thank you, I appreciate the kind words. The same to you and everyone else here (on the forums in general). I've gone for 2 walks today, I walk after I eat. Not long walks like I usually do, maybe tomorrow. didn't have the energy today @Sans911

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You did better than me @Former-Member. I usually walk about 3 or 4 times a week, but have been really struggling with my depression for a couple of weeks, so haven't done so. Well done. Be proud of your efforts

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I'm sorry to hear that. For me it's just a habit and it makes me feel better physically, sometimes mentally too. I hope you feel better aswell. Thanks, I guess it is something to be proud of @Sans911

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@Sans911 , sorry you have had too struggle my friend. Hoping that it get a little easier for you soon. 🦋

@Lee82 , how are the cookies coming along my love?

@Former-Member , how are you holding up sweetie

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@Former-Member I guess I'll be ok, just watching TV in the lounge at the moment. I had to email the Telehealth company to pass an email onto my Psychiatrist, just felt the need to. Hopefully he doesn't get annoyed, just had some questions although I said I'll discuss it with him Wednesday. How are you? Thanks for thinking of me and checking in xxx

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The email was a good idea, do you feel any better for sending it? I email my gp and counsellor before my appointments it kind of gives them a heads up with how I am doing and the appointments go a lot more smoothly for it. Don't thanks needed that's what friends do. 💖

I am struggling again tonight, nothing really. I keep losing time, which means the other alter keeps coming out. My meds haven't kicked in yet, I should be passed out cold by now. 😞 I have just crawled into bed to watch a movie on my iPad maybe I can drift off. Kinda hoping that @Lee82 checks in before I nod off though. @Former-Member

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