Am I thought I was hiding it well.

[Tara67]

Even thought I struggle with depression and anxiety I still manage to do all the things that have to be done. I go to work, look after hubby and the house and my parents. Hubby knows I am 'bad with my nerves' but ignores it. I try very hard not to let my parents see me stressed or upset and I thought I was hiding it well.

Until my mother asked me today if something was worrying me because I wasn't myself. I was shocked that she noticed something was wrong, of course I denied it and said I was just tired. I had no idea how to explain to her how I feel, even though I know she suffers from depression and anxiety too.

I didn't want her to think it was her fault that I am the way I am, even though it does come from being afraid of confrontation in my childhood. Maybe it is a good sign that I am letting go a bit and not trying to be super human

[Hidden]

Hi Tara,

You are doing so well, and keeping all those things going. It must be very hard.

Mothers are hyper vigilent, so she may of picked up something, I'd just say to her how you feel, not blaming, just how it is for you. But I dont know your mum, my parents just dont want to know, and thats ok for me now, but it took time to realise, it was the best they could handle.

Us parents try our best, and usually cock up somewhere along the line, but we dont mean to.

Stay positive, I think your really doing well,

Give yourself a big hug...........dam it, i'll give you a BIG hug too

B

xxx

[Tara67]

Aww thank you Baylien, hugs back xx