I’m sorry if I’m overusing this space right now, but it’s really keeping me together. Thanks for that. Tears again. ….. my husband and I are leaving for a little beach vacation in a few days. I have to leave my trigger (a single sibling has had a serious accident and is in rehab to get mobile. She’s turned to me for so much and wants to get back home. Myself and other sibs are very concerned about her return and needs after, or worse, not being able to go home. SHE CANT STAY WITH ME - there I’ve said it. Am I terrible?)
Now I’m supposed to put on this smile at the beach and not think about my return? Kids are joining with their partners for a weekend and this is typically a great time. I just don’t know how I’m gonna handle this?
Waiting for meds, a new appointment with therapist.
I just can’t handle life right now!
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Hi,Thank you for your post. 👍This is your place to let out your feelings, good and bad.
A 🏖 vacation is time out from the hum drum of regular things in life. Its your time to do as much or as little of what you feel up to or want to do.
Not being sure about coping isn't the same as losing interest or not seeing the pleasure in a family get together.
When you pack, don't forget to include some favourite items that will help, perhaps a favourite tipple to relax with or a puzzle for
distraction.
By the way, you are not terrible for saying your sister can't stay. You are just saying how it is, for your mental health sake.
Always put yourself first otherwise you end up being a people pleaser to your detriment - I know from experience - I crashed and burned from exhaustion.
Thank you. I’m just falling to pieces, I can’t eat, focus. I need reminders on getting grounded . I will visit her today and bring some things then go to her apt for a few things too. Other sibs are helping but of course I feel like they’re all waiting for me to solve it all. That could be over thinking on my part. Then I leave. I will try and relax as I don’t want to ruin my husband’s vaca. My MD got back in touch and will reorder my meds and I heard from my previous therapist who does have opening. New intake Tue the day before I leave. I’m trying to get my tools for ME in place. It’s been years since I’ve sunk like this. And I can’t believe the symptoms are spiraling so fast. There are other ‘life’ factors and then a huge trigger and BOOM!
You are not overusing this space. This is a safe place to vent your feelings. It helps your mental state to let things out. Please don’t feel bad about saying no to your sister. Your mental health should be a priority. You can’t help take care of others if you don’t take care of yourself.
Thank you. I’m glad I will have my therapist back in place soon. Had talk with husband while packing and he know what I’m going through and why. He doesn’t like seeing me like this cause he can’t do anything and I tell him that all the little details he can pick up (that I usually do) help. He’s trying, I’m trying. He actually suggested talking to my doc and was glad to hear that was in the works. Thanks to all who have been in touch! 😊
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So frustrated right now
This is just my fault, right?
Rough Time Right Now
Having a hard time 😢 - sorry this is really long
My life is so conflicting right now
