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Originally Posted by Altered Moment
I agree with your approach "whole" heartedely. For example mediation has done me a world of good over the years.
My Dad is dying of lung cancer right before my eyes as I am typing this. Hospice is in charge and no treatment. It seems like a slow process but it has only been 3 months since he was diagnosed. Probably 80% of the time since this started I have been totally there for my parents and been a good son. Up to the task of being a good patient advocate for my Dad. Lots of company over etc. etc.
Lately it is all catching up to me. (...)
So to your point, emotional support is what I need to seek at the moment.
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I'm so sorry to hear this!
I know how it is to lose somebody you love to cancer. I can completely relate.
Do you mind if I try to give some advice on the background of having been through a similar grieving process?
Your dad will not like to know that you fall into deep depression or lose track of your former alcohol problem. If I were you I would have scheduled a "take care of myself time", every day. May be 10 to 15 minutes a day is all that is needed to prevent relapse. There are books on that topic. May be you should go for a swim once or twice a week and enjoy a milkshake or something you personally appreciate afterward.
Are you comfortable with relaxation exercises?
Please find a way to take care of yourself!
Thinking on you!
