New... Stress, anxiety, depression....

[amberbily]

Good evening, I’m new here and I’m not sure if I’m at the right place. I’m looking for a support group to listen to my concerns (who can relate), offer support and I’d like to do the same to you. I’m 53 and have been suffering with these issues for the past 30 years and like most I have good time and low times. Since after Christmas my symptoms have been progressive getting worse. I have a psychiatrist who manages my medications and in February reached out to a therapist, which whom I had to change as of 4/1 because of insurance charge. I’ve been well acquainted with coping exercises and an trying additional ones that have been recommended. I feel like I’m not moving forward; well actually I have some good moments and then fall back 2 steps. I did begin to start to feel like I was making some improvement and the all the shit hit the fan on Friday, 3/13. I’ve been spiraling downward. I am a very strong, devoted, compassionate, successful mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, wife and employee. I have been furloughed as of 4/3, submitted claim for unemployment and have had been successful with submitting my weekly claim until this past week, which has added additional stress and work. I’m having difficulty getting into with my psychiatrist. Received message that the office is closed until further notice, but the doctors are returning calls. I had an appointment yesterday at 4:30, but haven’t received any call and was not able to leave a message. I just now called and was able to leave a message. So I’m keeping my fingers crossed. I’m sorry to be rambling, but I’m beginning to feel like I’m becoming a burden to my family and support people, because EVERYONE is suffering and my heart goes out to them. I was hoping to be able to become part of a support group that understands how all this is affecting individuals who have a history of mental help issues. Thank you for listening and please reply if you feel compelled. Talking about our issues is very therapeutic, but I think talking about the positives very therapeutic as well... again, thanks for taking the time to read and listen.

[MistB]

I understand the weight of trying to be strong because everyone is hurting. I was redeployed to a covid shelter and have been trying to help the people there work through their depression and life in this time. I love helping people, but I feel like I have been coming home more depressed and anxious than ever. I have had a few break downs. You don't always have to be strong though. Thank you for rambling and letting me know I am not alone in the spiral. You are strong.

[amberbily in reply to MistB]

And so are you strong! And I do have faith that we will get through this even stronger. It’s just we are in the moment and we just need to take one day, one hour or even one minute at a time.

[MistB in reply to amberbily]

Thank you. I hope you can hold onto that to. I believe you are more than all this. I believe you will make it through.

[wolfy88]

Hi, welcome!

Sorry to hear that! It must’ve been hard for you...

You can write here anytime... i feel it too as you said its one of therapeutic activity that we can do....

Since you’ve been off your work now, maybe you can spend your time, taking care of your self more...do whatever you like...

You can get through this hard time... try some relaxing activity...

Hope you’re doing okay. 😊

[Iammesues]

It’s really hard right now on everyone. Please don’t think you are alone. Such unusual times. Completely reasonable to feel concerned and all the other emotions you are having. Just chatting with some neighbors tonight. Everyone is full of emotions. No house is not experiencing change and emotions. Day by day

[Iammesues]

Do what you can each day and commend yourself for doing it. For what you can’t do, go easy on yourself. Just go easy on you. These are such strange days. Breathe and only do what you can handle

[amberbily in reply to Iammesues]

Thank you Iammesues. That’s what I try to do. I’m going to make a list of what I accomplish each day and be happy with my accomplishments.

[Iammesues in reply to amberbily]

But if the list is really short it’s ok. Remember that. Most people have short lists these days.

[amberbily in reply to Iammesues]

Now as the day goes has gone on, I’m getting so anxious. It hate this! I’m going to try some mindful breathing. I feel like I’m going crazy. 😭

[Iammesues in reply to amberbily]

Yep. Some days are like this. Breathe. Be grateful for your health. Be grateful for the roof over your head and food in the fridge. It’s the simple things these days. Even for the richest

[amberbily in reply to Iammesues]

Thanks... I really do focus on my blessings a lot and look at pictures of my grandchildren.

[Iammesues in reply to amberbily]

Those pix must be the best! Be proud of them and that you are keeping yourself virus free for them. That’s enough of an accomplishment each day!

[amberbily in reply to Iammesues]

I really appreciate the positive feedback!!! Sometimes that is so important. It’s one of the reasons I signed up for this app. To vent and to also provide positive feedback when others are struggling. Have a good evening