I would like to say this on site group has been a great source of support for me
For those who have anxiety issues and no one else it is a help to know I can explain my concerns without being feeling rejected
Since as an only child now I am fifty I find myself for the last three years trying to obtain a Diploma in Wills and Probate and find a years legal work experience
Since my Father died and before he died I had to care for my Father and now for the last ten years I had to look after my Mothers financial protection as my Father was being taken advantage of by a younger woman
My Mother has taken all that I have done for her for granted saying it is your duty.
He terrible temper became apparent when she was involved with a male friend who at first was her friend and became controlling and cruel to her
If i had said anything wrong she would lash out on me and this has made my anxiety worse
I realise that some us can cope better than others
This virus has shown me how strangers can show more kindness than my own parents
I have always done my best but I now realise that clearly my Mother can make my anxiety worse
I hope you all remain safe and well
Not for those who are not interested in the c word (Christmas)-wrapping paper or no 
Alone together: A community to support those who are self-isolating
Lets start a little group for all those who are usually alone and need more company. Joining?
Thank you for sharing this with everyone. I hope you stay safe and well, too, Roukaya .👍
I’m sorry to hear how your parents behaved over the years towards you. It’s not your fault. You do your best to help when you’re able.
Thank you for answering my post
How are you
How do you spend your days
I am unable to sleep given my Mothers terrible rage
I have been okay this evening.
Please try to get some sleep tonight and take it easy. Don’t let anyone keep you from getting a good night’s sleep. I will be here tomorrow anytime after 8:45 am. Promise!😀👍
I thank you for your kind words
How are you
I will be in touch later today
I hope everything is ok with you
You’re welcome! I feel okay, but tired. I will be heading to bed soon.
I hope you have a good night.😴 Talk to you later.😀👍
I am sure the stress of Covid 19 is making us all tired
Very difficult times but kindness from others makes a huge difference
Yes, stress of anything can cause tiredness and/or other health issues.
You’re right! Kindness from others does make a very big and wonderful difference.😀👍
I hope you are safe and well
How are you
Thank you for your kind words of comfort yesterday
You’re welcome! Are you feeling a little better today?
I’m here at home and will go to the computer soon.😀👍
Thank you
I am better today yesterday
I hope not to have a day like that again
I hope you are safe and well
You’re welcome! You can always talk about anything that is on your mind anytime. I and everyone else will be here to help and listen.😀👍
How many have to find my words so so I just sit and observe alot people tend to think I'm unsocialable
Hi Hidden ,
I'm sorry to hear that you feel like 'people tend to think I'm unsociable'. That won't happen on here. We have a very friendly and helpful group of group members who will talk to everyone.
How's your day going so far?
Socializing ha ha
Sorry for the delay. The WIFI was going in and out this morning here at the house.
What did you do so far today?
Not too much
Watched the news of Uk and Mauritius
Spoke to Course Tutor
I have been an extra learning course free of charge
Spoke to Mum
She has been given a food parcel
The person I asked for help brought a case of food for her given the Lockdown
Mum not cross today
But I get a thank you
No
Never mind as you said
You did the right thing
Very kind words
What did you do today
Been on the computer and also talked to my Nephew and Niece on video chat with my brother. They're okay.
I believe that you'll be okay with your class and things will be better soon for you with your mom. Give it time.
I really appreciate the support you gave to me when I was feeling low yesterday
Your niece and nephew have such a good Auntie in you
Thank you for saying that! They miss me. Both are under the age 5 years old.
🙋Always here
That's right!
I got my grandkids old skateboard out and took the wheels off now I just need to figure out what to build
Let me think about some ideas.
Ok I can read a schematic ok
What about a lazysusan/turn table?
Life is about making the first step
But many times my first step gets stuck
Remember after the first step things seem to get on a roll and two or three things get line out
Hi Roukaya, So sorry you've been so affected by your family dynamics. Sometimes we can put our family on a pedestal when really they are as fallible as anyone else when it comes to relationships.
Sometimes they demand to be put on a pedestal, and don't altogether deserve to be there.
I think we have to somehow find the middle way. I've got an idea that you might come from a culture that does demand family loyalty, and that's hard when they've been less than always good towards you.
Family life is a very complicated and complex thing for most people. And the world usually presents us, via media, with a completely unreachable ideal of what family life should be.
I think as children we do have to have a basic respect for the people who brought us here, but I don't think we have to idealise them if they let us down badly.
Try to practice kind thought towards them, even when they aren't supporting you as you feel they should.
But you don't unfailingly have to agree that they have always been kind and supportive to you.
Just find that middle way and try not to make yourself suffer when you discover that parents too, have their flaws. Take care of yourself and I hope you have a happy day today.
Very kind and warm understanding
Thank you