I am struggling at the moment

Hi @Former-Member, they say "where there's INSIGHT there's hope" You have much insight Teej.

Once, when i was crying during readmission to long stay MH, after self harm, the psych nurse on duty (relieved my escape didn't end worse), he said "where there's TEARS there's hope" which I think is saying similar to having insight.

I understand Teej, and understand the self dout, not trusting self or ability to make it. There just thoughts we must let pass before they become beliefs.

I just responded on another thread about "darkness" - how there are treasures to be acquired from darkness,, and also - the cycle of the butterfly. Each episode we survive we grow in spirit and become stronger when we get up. Did you see the PEARL story I put in my thread "quotes that settle my mind" ? oh my gosh, to know what the pearl goes through to become such a priceless gem.

All the time our spirit is learning and growing no matter what. Staying calm is the hardest part.

You know, your posts, even your hard times, they help me. Help me to process my own stuff as i try to help you a little. Replying to your posts,m solidifies much of what I've learned to have survived thus far, moving forward. In a way fulfilling the main thing that has sputed me along - in order to help someone like yourself come through at least one bad day. I use to say over and over to myself 'hang in there, you're going through this for someone else" So, in a way I owe you for helping remind me what I've learned and can offer. Just had to tell you that.

Hang in there my friend, youre getting there, big hug xox

Hi @Former-Member 💕
Are you there still?
I'm really struggling again too.
How do you get moving when you feel like that?
Sorry you're struggling today as well.
It's so hard, I know. xo

I hate this. Every day, same struggle.
I hope you don't mind me being so negative, hoping we might be able to encourage each other.
I have so many things to do and all I've done is do some washing amd have a shower.

What do you have to do today? xoxo

That's ok @Former-Member 😙❤
I'm a bit lost for words too. Feeling too low to know what to say.
Is there anyone you can ring to talk to, a friend or someone? I hate to think you're on your own.
No need to reply.
This will pass, wish life was easier.
I don't want to say the wrong thing, so I won't say anymore. 😙
If resting helps and you can do that, that's ok.
Big hugs to you. 💕💜

Please know @Former-Member you didn't say anything wrong at all. It is just me at the moment. I hope your day gets better. I am trying to get up the nerve to ring mental health triage (same as CATT) but am scared of that too. Please take care of you. 💜🤗

Hi @Former-Member, a lost of washing and a shower, that's good for a morning when ya down.
@Former-Member, not sure I caught your post on sleeping too much thread. Repost here maybe, my body is weak but I'm rested and can handle it. I'm not on all the time, just check in now & then so please don't take it personally that goes for you to Bridget 🙂 I know the minutes xan seem like hours but please be patient.

These days when all our backstops have been removed and we have to hold our own, they can be frightening. And tap into our underlying sense of abandonment.

I do understand and too often I curl up in bed all day, watching movies to distract, or do craft, photo editing etc. Basically 'escape' in a safe way and stop the thoughts getting away with me. Guess others might see me as a slob but lucky I live alone. What I'm trying to say is - its fine if you can't find your feet for a day or even two. xox

Hey!

Just wanted to say how nice it see to see so much support for each other in this thread. Even when feeling low people are making huge efforts to reach out and support others. Well done guys!

I'm feeling hope, love and support after reading these posts.

Hope you enjoy something that brightens your weekend. I'm seeking sunshine and fresh air.

Pebbles