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Hi Meg. Not quite sure where to start. I'm came on here to share what's been going on with me. My stress levels are rising helping my wife deal with anxiety. I'm trying my best to help but I don't know how else to help anymore. :/ Any advice or ideas?
You are tiring yourself. Its ok to care for other people specially the ones you love. But remember your metal health matter too. Take time for yourself go for a walk, mediaite, read a book, listen to music, do something you love . Doing something you like makes you feel at peace and your stress will probably drop. Best hope and wishes <3
Thank you so much for the advice. I've done a few of those things and it is helping a little. I definitely have to get used to doing things I love again. I'm so used to putting myself last you know? I'll keep trying though.
Im happy that you are trying that very courageous of you. You should be proud of yourself. *virtual hug* 🤗🙃
Hello . Its nice to hear from you and it's very kind of you to be very supportive of your wives mental health . I am not sure what you tried already but here is a video of somethings you can say to show her support .
And dark light is right about taking care of yourself too.
Is she receiving any professional help or doing anything to help ease her anxiety ?
This video is really helpful. It make sense to some of the ways she's responded to my actions. I understand a little better now. She used to receive professional help but she doesn't anymore. I did mention it but she kind of rubbed it off as though she wants to handle it without the help. She's trying to focus on her hobbies to try and ease her anxiety. It helps but it comes and goes in waves.
Im I don't know?? I mean I had a pretty good day but as soon as I got home everything went down hill like my parents were mad at me and I don't know what im doing wrong I feel like my presence in the house is a bother. Thank you I need to get that of my chest I appreciate your post.
I am sorry you are having a rough time with your parents . How is your relationship with your parents in general ? Are they supportive ?
yes they are about my depression. But I just feel like when I talk im never validated
Because you have depression or just in general ?.I am glad they are supportive
I mean my dad not much he tells me like oh when are u gonna finish therapy like its a cold. ): it depends like with school they are supportive. But I would like for them to listen to me sometimes when im trying to explain how I feel or if they said something that hurt my why it did. They do all the talking and not a lot of listening
Sometimes it think it's the lack of understanding . It's hard to know what it's like to have depression unless you actually have it . I showed my mum this video and that helped her to understand a bit more .youtu.be/HT8mFLRXBRw
Sometimes people just don't want to listen , it's hard but it's no much you can do unless they are willing . Spend you energy and time with the people who make you feel good and Listend to . I know you can't change who your family is but find people who are understanding and these are the people who you can go do if you want to discuss your feelings . And there is always this site and journalling also can really help .
There are some people in my life that I know just wouldn't get it so I don't waste my time trying to make then listen . Hope this makes sense 🐼
Today has been an OK day. I had a math final and got a 40 percent on it LOL. But its okay because I still passed my class with a 71 percent. It was the first time I left my house in a couple of days so I almost had a panic attack but I had to take a Xanax to calm me down. How was your day today?
Congratulations on passing . It's still a pass so that's good . Sorry you had a panic attack , I am sure the stress of the final didn't help but you made it through . I am glad the resuce medication helped . Do you use any grouning techniques to help you with your panic attacks ?
Yes I have had a good day .thank you for asking. Just work really . One of our residents has been ill and we found out the cause from the doctor today so that has put all our minds at ease . I done some exercises today which always makes me feel better . So pretty good day
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aw im happy to hear that you had a good idea
Whenever I am out and about, whenever I talk to my friends, I have a different narrative. There’s this power of determination? It seems like for myself and for them, I can tell my story with hope.
Like oh haha, yea, it’s difficult right now. But, it’s going to get better! This is the plan! I can do this! I’m helpless in God’s hands and it’s okay. Learn in’ a lot here!
But then, I’m by myself. None of that seems true anymore. I’m just scared and depressed.
I really just want to remember that it IS true. That I’m here for me when I’m alone. I want to remember how to encourage myself and feel like reality is one thing instead of fractured planes. I want to be my best friend again, be my side kick again, and be alone without feeling lonely.
And how are you doing?
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