I have found that the Lock Down imposition has made me reflect on my internal weaknesses and strengths.
Why does it always take a crisis for us to see how we can manage despite the restrictions we all face ?
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Positive Wellbeing During Self-Isolation
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As a result of self isolation, have any of you found it to be a time of self reflection and positive renewal ?
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Roukaya
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Hello
I would not say I am stronger just more aware.
How are you ?
How are you coping with Lock Down?
GhoundsReading Rabbits
If you don't mind me saying you sound much more positive in this post. So pleased you are able to see you have strong points in addition to weakness just as we all do. Keep focusing on the good as much as you can.
bobbybobbAmbassador
I think it makes us focus on what we feel is most important to us. xx
Hi Roukaya, I think it's because distractions go away and concentrate our minds in crises, and in this one we have more solitude in many cases, for reflection. It's actually a useful thing, even though it's sometimes uncomfortable for us, because we can see more clearly what needs to be adjusting in our lives.
This is very true.
We can see and focus our minds are what matters the most
In my case since I lost my Father two years ago , it seems to be that my Mother puts her worries and anxieties on
I myself understand that I have my own issues to deal with and this is why I have not been successful in passing the Diploma
Away from the distractions we can see with laser eyes focus what really matters
MidoriVisually impaired
Hi Roukaya,
Do you perhaps think that it is because we have to rely on our own resources during lockdown, and, because we can't get out there are less distractions from our own thoughts? Also, with Ramadan approaching, you have to consider your obligations for this time, preparing for the fasting, and I'm sure that normally it would be a busy time within your community. Could it be that we are all missing this aspect in our lives, community, whether it is Faith or just friendship?
I am the Matriarch of my family now, and I'm not ready to admit that being the supposedly Wise Elder doesn't scare me!
Getting all my paperwork, Will, Funeral arrangements, Trust fund for my grandson, etc. in order makes me realise that it is possible I might not wake up tomorrow, and that is a scary thought! Have I done everything I need to? I don't want to leave a mess behind for somebody else to pick up.
I don't know if I should wish you a Blessed Ramadan or not, I know it is right to wish you a Blessed Eid, but that is over a month away still.
Cheers, Midori
Very kind words
You seem to be a very good Grandmother in the sense you are tidying up your Estate
Try not to think of the inevitable because this can be detrimental to your qualify of life
Thank you for wishing Eid for me
Still a little more than a month away
Be kind to yourself
I also have great respect for all religions
Could I ask if you are religious
My religion does help me to accept where I am in life as we believe in predestination and we will only have what is meant for us
To a certain extent we have free will but we can only have what Allah has destined for us
I'm not really religious, as I have had some bad times with some who call themselves Christian; So now, I follow the Teachings without going to church. I try to be kind to all beings, and recognise that whatever we believe, there is one overall Spiritual being, and we just interact with it in our own ways.
As I said before, I get on with folk of all faiths, because I don't condemn anyone.
Cheers, Midori
Thank you for replying to me.
I appreciate you have your own personal issues and I appreciate your reply
I am beginning to understand that my Mother leans on me emotionally and as I suffer from anxiety this is not helpful
I am aware of my situation and I should continue to try
I have noticed my negative though pattern preventing me from studying properly and correctly
I think in my view it has taken you great courage to move to Wales
I have great respect for your strength and courage to make a new life
I hope you succeed
My life is not all that much different that it has been since I retired in 2014. I miss library programs, getting together with friends for coffee or lunch, seeing my family, being able to visit my daughter and new grandchild who live far away, and being able to shop without being terrified. But in terms of spending most of my time alone not much has changed. I suppose having my husband in the unit all the time is a difference, but not one I really appreciate!
Thank you for reply
It is just hard having to cope with loneliness and isolation
I talk on here in order to communicate with some one
I hope you keep well
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