How has everyone been today?

[Kat_21]

How has everyone's day been? Just curious.

[Hidden]

Well, surviving with my anxiety at toxic levels. Uggh!!!

[Kat_21 in reply to Hidden]

Getting by seems to be getting more and more challenging. My anxiety has been worse as well, especially going outside due to Covid and my health problems. But I always try to look at the bright side of things. I hope you start to feel better.

[kenster1]

below average.

[Kat_21 in reply to kenster1]

I'm so sorry, how come if you don't mind me asking?

[kenster1 in reply to Kat_21]

I was caring for my aunt but she went into care on Friday my niece looked after her at night after work but now my aunt is away its making me bored a bit lost its in the family home of 50 years and now its just my niece I don`t feel I have the same reason to go over although I have to feed the cat.

[Kat_21 in reply to kenster1]

Oh no, I'm so sorry. Just remember the kitty needs to be taken care of, too.

[MentalSelfCare]

Hi I’m new here. My emotions have been going up and down lately and I have no idea why. One minute I feel calm then I’ll start feeling really anxious out of no where. Thank you for asking. I hope you feel better than I do.

[Kat_21 in reply to MentalSelfCare]

I feel that way quite often. You're not alone and if you ever need anyone, I'm here for you.

[anon99]

So, so. I keep having anxiety off and on. (Which is usual) but a few clear nice moments. Just trying to stay out of my head. How’s your day been?

xx

[Kat_21 in reply to anon99]

It's been okay. Since getting pn here my depression has been better, I enjoy talking, helping and listening to everyone's stories. Makes me feel like I have a place. I'm sorry you've been having a rough time, but I'm always here if you need someone.

[anon99 in reply to Kat_21]

I agree and I feel the same. I feel like I have a place. Thankyou. I’m also here if you ever need me. Just a message away. 🤗

[Hidden]

Tried to keep busy today. Still feeling withdrawn but found a new counselor.

[Kat_21 in reply to Hidden]

That's good that you've found a new counselor! Hope it's a good one. I'm sorry you've felt withdrawn, but keeping busy sure helps! I'm always here if you need a friend.

[LoveBear]

Feeling off today - hoping tomorrow is better

[Kat_21 in reply to LoveBear]

I'm sure it will be!

[bonkers65]

Rough day today. Just tired and depressed.

[Kat_21 in reply to bonkers65]

Sorry for the late reply, I understand that feeling. But it'll get better. I'm here if you need a friend.

[bonkers65 in reply to Kat_21]

Thank you Kat

[rr9593]

Today was tough. Most days have been lately. You are so kind for asking and then replying to everyone with such optimism/positivity. How was your day?

[Kat_21 in reply to rr9593]

I just wanna help as many people as I can. My day was good. Kinda boring being stuck in the house but I'm getting used to it. If you don't mind me asking, why has it been so tough lately?

[rr9593 in reply to Kat_21]

Being safe at home is for the best! I think I have just always coped with my anxiety/depression by being "busy" with work, social stuff, etc. But now that "busy" is looking very different, a lot of things I have been burying are at the surface. Fear of the future and the unknown triggers a negative spiral in my thought pattern.

[Kat_21 in reply to rr9593]

I know what you mean. I'm an at home mom so I never got out much but before I got sick in December, I had a great connection with my son. I had him on a good routine, we played together, napped together, i would clean up and cook supper for my husband. Then after I got sick we lost our home, and I got to where any physical activity wore me out.

I was in the hospital for a month, so my son's bond with me has also been damaged by it, but I know one day things will be good again. They will for you, too! And I'll be here for you til they do. Feel free too message me anytime!

[Hidden]

I want to thank you not only for this question, but the empathetic way you respond to people. It's especially good to see it today (as with many here, it was a challenging day today). Your question and responses model what I would like to give to others, and they matter.

[Kat_21 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you. I know how hard it gets being alone and feeling like no one cares. I want to spread positivity and hopefully help someone who seriously needs it. Because I know one kind comment can change someone's entire day. I'm sorry you had a challenging day, do you wanna talk about it?

[Hidden in reply to Kat_21]

Just a lot of stressful news all at once. Thanks for asking!

[Kat_21 in reply to Hidden]

No problem. I hope things start getting better for you. Feel free to message me if you want to vent!

[Hidden]

I finished work at 730 then took a quick nap, I feel great but I’m slightly irritable from lack of sleep. But today’s my Friday so 🤷‍♂️

[Kat_21 in reply to Hidden]

I'm sorry you're irritated, I use night time sounds and meditation to help me sleep. Maybe it could help you. I'm here if you're bored and need someone to talk to though.

[Hidden in reply to Kat_21]

Well I work overnights so I sleep in the day time. Tons of fans and a white noise machine and black out curtains. It’s just today’s my Friday so I want to cash in on as much as I can which means less sleep and irritability 😂. I just really wanted to read today because tomorrow’s chores 😂.

Thank you though. If you ever need anyone as well feel free to reach out.

[Kat_21 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you I appreciate that. 🙂

[Hidden]

Exhausting

[Kat_21 in reply to Hidden]

I'm sorry, emotionally or physically? I have been pretty exhausted lately, too. Mainly mentally though. I'm always here if you wanna vent about your day.

[SquirrelsHolt]

Golly this is a hard one to answer without taking up too much of your time😀. That's the only smiley face i can give at the moment .... a blooming emoji ! Lots of history behind my inability to deal with certain situations but the main one is about my 94yr old dad who i had to put into a really beautiful Care Home etc etc. Feeling guilty all the time as he only has me since my mum died a year and 4 months ago now. Perhaps we can catch up with one another another day? Thank you for "listening". 🐿🌈

[Kat_21 in reply to SquirrelsHolt]

Thank you for sharing. I'm so sorry about the loss of your mother, and that you had to put your father in a care facility. I hope things get better for you and I'm here if you need to vent.

[SquirrelsHolt in reply to Kat_21]

Aw gosh, thank you for your reply and I may well "vent" in the very, very near future!🐿🌈

[Gillyflower18]

It’s getting to me too. So much toxic stuff going on and covid too. It does make me feel better (I know it sounds heartless) when I see I’m not alone. I think we’re all getting verrrrrry tired of the whole situation. I’m swearing off the news. Too depressing!

[Kat_21 in reply to Gillyflower18]

Definitely! Too much negativity om the news. And I don't think it's heartless to be happy that we aren't alone. I'm actually happy about it too because people on here make me feel like I have a safe place.

[needsmusic]

Thank you for asking- that simple inquiry makes me feel better.

Today I stayed busy, (avoiding feelings probably),

but this evening the isolation and lonesomeness has kicked in.

To create more human contact for myself, I have been making some phone calls recently.

But I get voicemail usually and so leave a message. But I don't get called back. Yes, I take it personally- what is wrong with me?

But on reflection I think that these are such hard stressful scary times that most people are just keeping their own head above water... I do believe that is true.

Also- I don't do Facebook, never liked it. But I have noticed how people don't talk much in direct relation to how much Facebook has grown in popularity. I truly feel that FaceBook is truly destructive to relationships.

so...

I cycle between being hyperactive- doing cleaning, gardening or other home projects. I have too much stuff-

(hand-me downs or "estate" items from 2 friends who didn't want their relatives stuff. But it is amazing vintage, hand made things.)

So I am not bored. I have been living a hermit lifestyle for 2 years, long before the virus came along.

This is an interesting chapter in life in general and in my life personally.

I am acquiescing that I am going to have to move. I am too rural. I love this quiet place, but I need people contact.

And I then I may return to work.

Whew.

Thanks for asking. I had lots to say!

I hope you had a good day Kat.

[Kat_21 in reply to needsmusic]

I'm glad me asking made you feel better, but I'm sorry you feel lonely. I know how it feels, especially now. I hope things get better for you. And if you need a friend, I'm here.

[Bettikins]

Kat....your comments are so kind to everyone who has responded. My day went fairly well all things considering. Kat you have a safe place here.

[Kat_21 in reply to Bettikins]

I just wanna help anyone I can. It gives me a purpose. I'm glad you had a good day, I'm here if you need a friend.