Nerves are in pieces but there’s hope.

[Ladygrey]

Hello.

I rarely post.

My nerves are in pieces - I struggle with everyday problems that, I guess, people take in their stride.

Covid - nine months on - I fear is taking its toll. I work which I now - nine months on - see as a good thing (I doubted it at times) as it gives me a focus/stability.

I’m losing valuable time sitting, worrying and crying.

Im writing to reassure others who may feel the same.

If anyone wants to join me in getting motivated - exercise is a step too far but just achieving small things. Today I’m going to do some washing and clean the kitchen. Tomorrow organise photographs - there’s so many dating back years so I hope to discard the rubbish (out of focus etc) and scan / share the good.

Take care x

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Hi there. I love how you can find that hope! And that you're thankful for having a job! Great going👍

[Jeff1943]

You are right, Ladygrey, we struggle with problems ordinary people take in their stride. Anxiety makes mountains out of molehills: the unquiet mind exaggerates every problem, every task, tenfold.

Anxiety tries to bully us into not doing what we want to do. But we are the bravest of the brave so will go ahead and do it anyway.

Bravo that you chose to work, far better than sitting within the four walls stressing and obsessing.

No need for tears, Ladygrey, there's little we can do about the Covid except keep to the rules and encourage friends and family to do the same. The death rate still rises but the number of new infections is slowly dropping. Gradually the vaccinations do their work and summer is on the horizon.

[Ladygrey in reply to Jeff1943]

Thank you Jeff1943

I managed a few jobs and will continue today - the huge amount of possessions I have weigh heavy on my mind and I feel a sort out will clear my head (I’ve been putting this off for 20 years!)

Take care, stay safe.