I cry a lot sometimes. I talk to myself about how I am a survivor and that this will pass and I will be okay and that this isn't me talking but the depression or the anxiety or whatever else I can credit for my downer thinking. Then I find a distractions. I might write about how I am feeling but not if it just prolongs the suffering. I might surf some youtube for some comedy clips. I just keep trying anything that comes to mind until I start to feel better.

I don't validate any of the downer thoughts or temptations. I affirm my right to feel better and my power to get me there one step forward at a time.

I am glad you are feeling a bit better. It is going to take time for you to get back on your feet but you will get there. You are one day closer today then you were yesterday. Be patient and kind to yourself. Let the healing come. Invite it everyday.

We are all pulling for you. Be kind to yourelf hun.