Every little thing

[Tstorm30]

It is morning, Mantra for today I am Awake, I am alive. I thought of this mantra this morning because I have to remind myself not to panic over little things. Part of my safety plan is to exercise, I have chosen swimming. I was diligent I got up early grabbed my swim bag and went to the pool. I opened my bag and no swim suit. Fudge! So I took a shower and went to work. I also forgot my glasses. I am upset though that I missed, disappointed in myself for being so silly. It's such a small thing so insignificant but in my brain it becomes a mountain. So therefore I repeat to myself; at least I am alive, at least I am awake.

[Starrlight]

It’s good to notice that the things that seem so large can be in fact small if you look at it that way...I know what you mean though because I’m the same way, very sensitive and I tend to give myself a hard time as well.

I think it was an awesome attempt to go to swim. It counts for something. and your attitude is awesome!!! I love it! For me right now anxiety is bad enough that I would not attempt to go swim around others, maybe if I had an indoor pool in my house Ha!

[Tstorm30 in reply to Starrlight]

Some days the anxiety keeps me from trying. Anxiety is a jerk, what do you enjoy?

[Starrlight in reply to Tstorm30]

Haha yes it is s jerk!!! When feeling better I like art like sketching, used to paint a lot, running, yoga, meditation.

[Tstorm30]

I love to paint, my therapist suggested I paint my feelings but everything would be black that's no fun. I run like a turtle, lol. I have a book of meditation and yoga is hard I am not flexible. That is awesome you have those outlets though.