What am I doing Wrong ?

[Looking58]

Hello All, I'm looking for some suggestions and answers on what you have done to live "successfully" with our condition. My coping styles certainly are not working for me anymore. Like most of you I have lived with this condition all my life. I've done Very Well for a number of years lets say 20 or more. I wonder what could be failing me now ? Just getting through the day right now and not doing that very well. I would appreciate your replies. Thanks

[LilyAnnepuppy]

I did “very well” for years, too. But then I had a breakdown and needed professional help. I have a psychiatrist for meds and a therapist for counseling. Finally feeling better. I don’t know specific answers to your questions but the mental illnesses can be managed. You’ll get a lot of help here. Welcome to the site.

[Looking58 in reply to LilyAnnepuppy]

Thank You for your kind reply , Yes it is very Helpful. I'm most definitely returning to therapy and this forum helps immensely! Its one day at a time now trying to accept myself. Knowledge is something " I thought" I had? sounds like you are doing well and I'm glad to hear that.Self acceptance just calmed me down!! a little. I'll keep on working at it.

again Thank You Very Much!

[LilyAnnepuppy in reply to Looking58]

One foot in front of the other, one day at a time really works. AND acceptance.

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Hi, and I’m sorry to hear your struggling at the moment..

My opinion on things is that we can all be very individual in what works for us, and we do get to know by trial and error constantly, even after struggling all our lives...because I feel each time can be slightly different, maybe because something different triggers us, not sure...but I feel knowledge has been power for me, understanding and managing things...some days that’s easier than others ...one thing for sure is keeping hope , because each time we will come through..and also distraction..wherever possible, and truly it’s difficult at times , but distraction gradually can help,, we all like different things to distract, some of us try, if we can ,taking a walk in nature, some use meditations..and I also come along here and read, post, and reply, to do a little of that, helps me too... knowing I’m around people who understand when I come here..I try not to make it the only thing I do, as real life situations , I feel are important.

I think contact with our drs to see what help suits that is available there too can be something we should always check out..therapies etc are changing frequently..

I’m glad you found us here and do hope it is some help at this time for you..

Just some of my thoughts from my own experiences written here..

Others will have their take on things and I do hope, that even one small thing someone says may help in some way..

Every good wish 🌹

[Mrspjsmom]

I don't know what your coping skills are but mine evolve and change almost constantly. Reach out here anytime you need to. You will always find support and understanding. The one thing that works for me and always has is taking a deep breath while I count to three, holding it and counting to three then letting it out slowly while I count to three. I know it's simplistic but it's easy to remember and often re-sets me.

[Looking58]

Thank You for your reply and the advise. I just used it to practice self acceptance. Helped me type this out! I am having extreme difficulty accepting myself. I'll keep practicing one moment at a time.

Thanks Again