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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.
@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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JynxModerator25 Apr 2020, 4:26 pm AEST

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Hey @Lee82 ,

I'm sorry to hear you're having such a difficult time at the moment. The current circumstances are impacting everyone in different ways, and sometimes it can be hard to see others seemingly taking it in their stride. Something to remember is that most of the time, people will only present their best self to the world, and so we don't see the struggles within - especially with social media, it can make it feel like everyone else is doing fine whilst we are having trouble accomplishing basic tasks. I encourage you to be gentle with yourself - if getting up and having a shower is a struggle but you still manage it some days anyway, then that is a win!

On this topic, I have found this to be helpful in reminding myself that it is okay to be struggling at the moment:

Let us know if you're in need of any extra support today - same goes to all of you

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SnowieSenior Contributor25 Apr 2020, 4:27 pm AEST

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There were a few @Lee82 We live on some land so don't have too many neighbours.

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Lee82Senior Contributor25 Apr 2020, 4:35 pm AEST

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We had quite a few on our street apparently come out this morning. Mum and I live only a couple doors down from each other so even though I am at her place I can always go home to grab some stuff accompanied of course. My mums 13yr old daughter went out this morning and played the last post on the violin for the neighbours. I heard it from the bedroom. My 2 boys went out with her and mum. @Snowie

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Lee82Senior Contributor25 Apr 2020, 4:36 pm AEST

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Thanks @Jynx will have a read of it a little later on.

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SnowieSenior Contributor25 Apr 2020, 4:44 pm AEST

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Thanks @Jynx for that, a very good reminder.

That was nice of your mum and the kids to go out @Lee82

It is important that we educate the next generation as to what the ANZAC's are about and to honour all past/present people serving our country.

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Shaz51Senior Contributor25 Apr 2020, 5:00 pm AEST

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that is very true @Jynx

hugs @Lee82

Hello @Snowie , @Zoe7 , @Appleblossom

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Sans911Senior Contributor25 Apr 2020, 5:43 pm AEST

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Hey @Lee82 go easy on yourself a little. It's OK to not be ok. There is this great societal expectation that right now because life has slowed down we should be accomplishing amazing things, our houses should be decluttered and organised, we should be all Zen, peace and lightness, etc, etc. I call BS on that. We can't all be those people. And we are no less either. Sometimes our bodies and brains need rest. Hugs and hugs Lee. 💕💕💕💕

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AppleblossomSenior Contributor25 Apr 2020, 6:06 pm AEST

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@Lee82I am alright. Plugging along ...

Later on you can work through your issues.

At this stage, do what you need to get through.

Sounds like there were some good Anzac moments.

One step at a time.

Apple

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Lee82Senior Contributor25 Apr 2020, 6:09 pm AEST

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Thank you @Appleblossom 💗

it's just hard and painful to take that step right now. Feels like I am taking more steps backwards then forwards.

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Lee82Senior Contributor25 Apr 2020, 6:16 pm AEST

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So sorry @Sans911 I must have missed your post.
thank you for your kind words. When its all up In your face everyday it's hard to not see all the negatives about yourself. I just makes you feel your pain even more and realise just how not ok you are.

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