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Originally Posted by SandyWeb
I love what you write. You seem to know how to read your body, and then have techniques to help with your conditions. I have never had a T to talk things over with. My mental health nurse just basically looks at me and waits for me to continue when there are long pauses. No real help whatsoever.
I like how you sat that when you have chores planned that you know to just rest and put the chores off until another time. The chores will still be there, and you can be more productive when you are in a better frame of mind. A friend of mine wants me to keep to a schedule, thinking it will stabilize me, but he doesn't understand that I have no idea what each day will bring in terms of how I am doing.
I am still suffering from the vibrations in my body that started last night in bed. It is very distressing and exhausting. I finally took 8mg of Klonopin to try and give myself some much needed relief from the sensations. It won't take them away, but MAYBE I won't suffer through them as much.
You are doing very well with knowing your limitations and responses. I hope you continue to improve. I don't know of any of the techniques you mentioned....coming into the present, breathing, etc. I know how to put off chores, though. Lol.
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SandyWeb - thank you so much! You have such the sweetest reply to my post. Sometimes I ramble though. I'm glad you are able to put off chores when you need to. Part of self-care is knowing your limitations - or at least figuring them out, regardless of what other people think or say.
Regarding your nurse, can you request a different one? Are you in the U.S.? If so, you are entitled to request a different practitioner or a more seasoned talk therapist if what you're receiving isn't working for you, or if the relationship doesn't seem to be helpful to your condition(s).
A good talk therapist will help you figure out what coping skills will work best, what treatments to do, and how to do all of that.
Hang in there. The first step is acknowledging what you feel, and that is what it seems like you're able to do now - in terms of what is working or not working with the treatments you're currently getting.
And, I totally understand dealing with people who just don't get that a routine isn't always feasible for people whose daily lives could change in an instant, including those with pain management problems, fatigue issues, and certain mental health conditions. All of these invisible disabilities are challenging for us to deal with, and for others to sympathize with since they can't see it visibly.
(((safe hugs and warm wishes)))
