How are you coping today? #4

Breaking Dawn · Oct 20, 2021 at 10:11 AM

At this moment I think I am coping better.

rechu · Oct 20, 2021 at 12:47 PM

Not at all. The protests and violence here have started up again. My husband is having a rough time coping with life in general, so he's a grouch. Covid cases have ticked up a bit, although nowhere near what other countries are experiencing. We have a presidential election coming up next month, which is pretty critical as to whether this country goes further down the rabbit hole or not. It's too much to deal with.

Deilla · Oct 20, 2021 at 12:51 PM

I'm not coping well. I'm overwhelmed by everything I have to do. I don't know where to begin or when I should try.

Mountaindewed · Oct 22, 2021 at 01:50 PM

I had too much caffeine and not enough food. Which could end up being a disaster. Or I could just not make it a disaster. I really like my new therapist and I don’t want her to get mad or frustrated at me. So I’m trying to do things the right way. Basically besides the food and caffeine issue I’ve been fine today. My doctors office called to check in and it was very reassuring to talk to them.

Breaking Dawn · Oct 22, 2021 at 04:06 PM

I watched one of my favorite programs on tv. I read about some ancient people on the internet. And of course being here helps.

Deilla · Oct 22, 2021 at 04:43 PM

I'm having a hard time. For two days in a row, I've had to wait for someone to call. You can't really do much if you're waiting for a phone call. I did take a nap today cause I was exhausted and I missed the call. Now I'm waiting again. It's very tiring and stressful. I guess I'm coping by posting here.

cinnamonsun · Oct 23, 2021 at 09:52 AM

Emotional. I'm a very sensitive person. No matter how tough I act, I'm sensitive and soft. I can't handle being social today and being around people. I want to make friends but it's too hard to trust.

Deilla · Oct 23, 2021 at 02:01 PM

This morning was very difficult, but I journaled and did REST and CBT. I also did a gratitude list. I feel a bit better now. I went on a walk today.

Breaking Dawn · Oct 23, 2021 at 02:43 PM

I feel sad sometimes but I think I'm coping ok.

cinnamonsun · Oct 23, 2021 at 06:14 PM

I went for two long walks. My body isn't happy but being in my room isn't helping so I decided to spend time outside. Even though my legs are in pain. I feel like my emotions are a yo-yo. They go up and down and up and down. Not within one day. It's just, I was doing really bad. For three days I was doing really good. Now it's really bad again. Do emotions ever get stable? Or is it always so up and down like a roller coaster? I wish I knew. I wish I could get relief from myself. I feel like my mind is Hell.

Mountaindewed · Oct 23, 2021 at 06:30 PM

I have mini panic attacks when I can’t get to bed immediately. But I think I’m ok. I just hope I don’t have a massive hangover in the morning. Plus my house is very warm and it’s making sleeping difficult.

cinnamonsun · Oct 23, 2021 at 11:15 PM

Processing my anger with absolutely no dignity. Can't sleep so aggressively drinking my tea and being moody.

Deilla · Oct 24, 2021 at 10:58 AM

I'm a bit anxious this morning so I'm trying to deep breathe. I'm telling myself that things will work out. I'm trying to show myself compassion.

cinnamonsun · Oct 24, 2021 at 12:41 PM

Calm and tired. Doing housework and cleaning. I took down all the things that reminded me of what I went through the past few years, all the same decorations I've been staring at. I think it's time for a change and to lose some of the reminders of the past. I'll have money soon so I can begin to buy artwork or posters that will meet me where I'm currently at in life. Or maybe be inspiring or motivational. I'm letting go. My heart is still heavy, but I want to move on.

bpforever1 · Oct 24, 2021 at 03:36 PM

I'm doing well in my gopher hole. I poked my head out yesterday to buy food. I am starting the week again by teaching. Yesterday, I edited and wrote some. I don't know, but I find it hard to write for laypeople about scientific matters. The gobblygook of some science writers is hard to edit to simple terms. Despite this, I enjoy writing as a form of catharsis. I write in my journal and enjoy writing about my problems. I like to unload. I feel good for now. I am doing well. Teaching is fun, and writing is enjoyable as well. I am happy in my gopher hole.

cinnamonsun · Oct 24, 2021 at 07:35 PM

My mind is going to dark places and not being very nice to me today. I'm trying to find distractions and redirect my thoughts.

cinnamonsun · Oct 24, 2021 at 11:11 PM

I returned to the hobby I left. But in a clever way so none of the people who hurt me in the past will be able to recognize me. So far, no one has. I feel proud of my creativity. This hobby really, really helps me cope. It gives me a distraction when my mental health is tormenting me. Let's me connect with others and have a creative outlet. I can do things differently this time. I'm moving on.

Reconnecting with things from my past is producing a happy feeling. Tonight is much better than last night.

Deilla · Oct 25, 2021 at 12:26 AM

I'm having a hard time sleeping. It doesn't help that my little cat woke me up. They have food so I'm not sure what the problem is. I'm going to cope by doing a meditation. I'm just waiting for my iPad to charge up some.

cinnamonsun · Oct 25, 2021 at 01:41 PM

I'm grumpy but also in a good mood? Is that a thing? I feel I'm often a shade of sunshine and a whole fierce fireball.

There are things I am angry about, but it's not directed at a specific person. Because it's no one's fault. It's more like, anger about some of my life experiences. I'm considering getting a punching bag and installing it in the garage upfront. So when I'm moody and irritable I've got something to expel my frustrations on. I've heard this helps people.

Mountaindewed · Oct 25, 2021 at 05:20 PM

I’m trying my best. I got out of the house and I did some shopping. I haven’t been out of the house since Thursday or Friday I think. I took a shower for the first time in 2 days. I’m stressing about money and on top of all my bills I have to buy Christmas presents sooner then later. My surgery bill still hasn’t been finalized but it looks like I’ll owe about $3 thousand. Then I have 2 ER bills and $60 therapy sessions each week. I’m thinking of cancelling my $300 dentist appointment because I just can’t afford going to the dentist right now. I need to go I haven’t been since before Covid hit in 2020 but I don’t have $300 and my credit cards are pretty stretched. At least more then I am comfortable. I’ve had to return a lot of stuff already. The dentist is the only thing I can think of that I can let go right now.

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Breaking Dawn Legendary Member Since Sep 2019 Location: USA Posts: 16,689 (SuperPoster!) 4 42.2k hugs given	Oct 20, 2021 at 10:11 AM #801 At this moment I think I am coping better. __________________ "Every moment is a fresh beginning." (T. S. Eliot) "Problems are not stop signs, they are guidelines."(Robert H. Schiuller) * * * * * *

Deilla Legendary Wise Elder Member Since Oct 2017 Location: Limsa Lominsa Posts: 29,401 (SuperPoster!) 6 49.2k hugs given	Oct 20, 2021 at 12:51 PM #803 I'm not coping well. I'm overwhelmed by everything I have to do. I don't know where to begin or when I should try. __________________ ‘Live for now,’ ‘This too shall pass,’ ‘Everything is happening for my good.’

Breaking Dawn Legendary Member Since Sep 2019 Location: USA Posts: 16,689 (SuperPoster!) 4 42.2k hugs given	Oct 22, 2021 at 04:06 PM #805 I watched one of my favorite programs on tv. I read about some ancient people on the internet. And of course being here helps. __________________ "Every moment is a fresh beginning." (T. S. Eliot) "Problems are not stop signs, they are guidelines."(Robert H. Schiuller) * * * * * *

cinnamonsun Member Member Since Mar 2021 Location: NY Posts: 236 3 144 hugs given	Oct 23, 2021 at 09:52 AM #807 Emotional. I'm a very sensitive person. No matter how tough I act, I'm sensitive and soft. I can't handle being social today and being around people. I want to make friends but it's too hard to trust.

Deilla Legendary Wise Elder Member Since Oct 2017 Location: Limsa Lominsa Posts: 29,401 (SuperPoster!) 6 49.2k hugs given	Oct 23, 2021 at 02:01 PM #808 This morning was very difficult, but I journaled and did REST and CBT. I also did a gratitude list. I feel a bit better now. I went on a walk today. __________________ ‘Live for now,’ ‘This too shall pass,’ ‘Everything is happening for my good.’

Breaking Dawn Legendary Member Since Sep 2019 Location: USA Posts: 16,689 (SuperPoster!) 4 42.2k hugs given	Oct 23, 2021 at 02:43 PM #809 I feel sad sometimes but I think I'm coping ok. __________________ "Every moment is a fresh beginning." (T. S. Eliot) "Problems are not stop signs, they are guidelines."(Robert H. Schiuller) * * * * * *

Mountaindewed Legendary Wise Elder Member Since Jun 2016 Location: Where the sidewalk ends Posts: 36,199 (SuperPoster!) 7 8,765 hugs given	Oct 23, 2021 at 06:30 PM #811 I have mini panic attacks when I can’t get to bed immediately. But I think I’m ok. I just hope I don’t have a massive hangover in the morning. Plus my house is very warm and it’s making sleeping difficult. __________________ Ridin' with Biden

cinnamonsun Member Member Since Mar 2021 Location: NY Posts: 236 3 144 hugs given	Oct 23, 2021 at 11:15 PM #812 Processing my anger with absolutely no dignity. Can't sleep so aggressively drinking my tea and being moody.

Deilla Legendary Wise Elder Member Since Oct 2017 Location: Limsa Lominsa Posts: 29,401 (SuperPoster!) 6 49.2k hugs given	Oct 24, 2021 at 10:58 AM #813 I'm a bit anxious this morning so I'm trying to deep breathe. I'm telling myself that things will work out. I'm trying to show myself compassion. __________________ ‘Live for now,’ ‘This too shall pass,’ ‘Everything is happening for my good.’

cinnamonsun Member Member Since Mar 2021 Location: NY Posts: 236 3 144 hugs given	Oct 24, 2021 at 07:35 PM #816 My mind is going to dark places and not being very nice to me today. I'm trying to find distractions and redirect my thoughts.

Deilla Legendary Wise Elder Member Since Oct 2017 Location: Limsa Lominsa Posts: 29,401 (SuperPoster!) 6 49.2k hugs given	Oct 25, 2021 at 12:26 AM #818 I'm having a hard time sleeping. It doesn't help that my little cat woke me up. They have food so I'm not sure what the problem is. I'm going to cope by doing a meditation. I'm just waiting for my iPad to charge up some. __________________ ‘Live for now,’ ‘This too shall pass,’ ‘Everything is happening for my good.’