[Deilla]

I'm sad and disappointed.

[hvert]

Feeling a little more optimistic today. A few weeks ago I found out I had uncontrolled diabetes. My body is used to high sugars so now that I am in a more normal range, I'm exhausted. It makes me wonder how much of my mood was related to physical issues.

[Cocosurviving]

“Hey

Ron here...

While it would be nice to just take a long vacation or check out of work each day for a few hours, most of us have limited time and opportunities to relax. However, we usually do have 10 minutes here and there throughout the day.

There are several ways you can relax in just 10 minutes or less. Do this a few times a day, and you’ll find that you might not need that long vacation.

Use these methods to relax in as little as 10 minutes:

1. Meditate. The benefits of meditating are many. It’s incredibly popular right now but has been around for thousands of years. Experts often claim that even just one minute of meditation per hour is enough to gain benefits.

2. Control your breath. Your breath is one of the few parts of your physiology you can control. Slower, deeper, breaths will help you to relax. Focus on the feeling of your breath passing through your mouth or nostrils. Count your breaths if you find that helps.

3. Visualize a peaceful scene. Our moods follow our thoughts. Think about something pleasant, and you can expect to experience a more enjoyable mood.

4. Spend time with your pet. Pets are a blessing. They require little and ask for even less. They’re always happy to see you. Cuddle up with your pet and notice how much better you feel. Your pet will love the extra attention, too. Don’t have a pet? Borrow a friend’s pet.

5. Talk to a friend. Call up a friend, or even better, have a face to face. A few minutes spent chatting with a trusted confidant can do wonders for your stress levels. You’ll also be maintaining your relationships.

6. Take a short walk. A long walk is even better, but if you only have 10 minutes, a short walk can help a lot if you’re feeling stressed. Pay close attention to your surroundings while you walk. It will keep your mind off your challenges for a few minutes.

7. Listen to music. Music has an amazing ability to alter one’s mood. Think of a few songs that will put you in a mood you’d rather feel. Listen away! If you don’t happen to have those songs available at the moment, YouTube has just about every song available for free.

8. Chew gum. Chewing gum has been shown to be an effective reducer of cortisol, the primary stress hormone. Many people like to blow bubbles, too. You can lower your stress and amuse yourself at the same time.

9. Sit outside in the sun. Relax for a few minutes on a nice day and enjoy the sun. The warmth on your body can be a great mood booster, and you’ll get a nice dose of vitamin D, too.

10. Write down everything that worries you. One way to be less stressed and anxious is to write down everything that’s bothering you. Get it out of your system and down on paper. By externalizing it, you’ll often find that things aren’t quite as bad as you thought.

If you’re regularly feeling stressed, it’s important to do something about it. Not only is it miserable to feel stressed all the time, but it’s terrible for your health.

If you want to relax, make time for it each day. Ten minutes can be enough to take the edge off your stress levels. Don’t allow 10 minutes to go to waste. Use them to relax!

Ronald Smith
Rare Disease Story Shirt”

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Not much of a day and nothing much going on later. I planned on a one hour bike ride later in the day but it looks like I might not go. It's raining outside. My sister called and we didn't talk very long.

This afternoon had a happy ending. I was able to go on my bike ride after all. And I sold my flat-screen TV that I didn't need to a nice guy.

[Deilla]

I feel sad today. Something important to me isn't working out. It's because of my choices. I wish I could pick something else but it's too late. I don't feel like I will succeed. I'll just have to quit. It's upsetting me too much.

Am tired but OK (enough).

[CANDC]

Originally Posted by Deilla

I feel sad today. Something important to me isn't working out. It's because of my choices. I wish I could pick something else but it's too late. I don't feel like I will succeed. I'll just have to quit. It's upsetting me too much.

@Deilla Sorry things are not working out the way you planned. Sometimes I find myself trying to paddle against the tide and rather than quit, I try going in a different direction. It is not easy, but sometimes life is giving me a message that it is time for me to change. When I listen I usually feel better.

[Cocosurviving]

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[regretful]

The hours pass at a snail's pace when I'm depressed (like I am now)...and the actual days and weeks seem to fly by...it's all a matter of perception. I do wish all of you well with your personal struggle with this invisible and miserable monster.

[Deilla]

I tried REST. It didn't help because there's nothing I want to do to distract myself. Pretty pointless exercise.

[Mountaindewed]

I’m not too depressed today. Last night was bad but I didn’t do things correctly during the day so things blew up in my face at night. Today I’m not depressed about much of anything. I didn’t watch the news at all so I don’t know what’s going on. I also haven’t dwelled on my transference T in a couple of days. Even the song that makes me think of her doesn’t really make me feel that raw powerful emotion I felt the first few months I listened to it.

I don’t ever want to feel like that again so I hope the transfer to my current T to the new therapist is smooth.

[Rose76]

I've gotten into a bad state. I don't think this is going to blow over.

I kept myself busy today. Did some light shopping in the morning. In the afternoon I took a long bike ride, which was the first time in a month. It was great. My only friend is leaving tonight and will be on a river cruise for a week. I'll miss him even though he's not a real great guy.

[regretful]

It really is debilitating...There was a time in my life that I was cheerful and because of some poor decisions, I find myself in this repetitive cycle of falling into depression and clawing my way out. It's very cloudy right now and I'm not sure if I'm still falling deeper into depression or if I'm at rock bottom starting to claw my way out...I do know that one of the major contributors to this is a business decision that I made - following money instead of following what I really wanted to do. It's such a mess...And at nearly 56 years old, I thought I'd have a better handle on things. All I can do is keep pressing on...and wishing you all well in your personal struggle with this invisible monster.

[Mountaindewed]

I’m not really depressed today. I know I’ll be out of a situation eventually and I have things set up. But I think I was mainly ok with my depression because the number on the scale was good this morning and I ate today and throughout the day but I didn’t overdo it.

[Deilla]

Today I feel really sad and like my life is pointless.

[Buffy01]

I been feeling really depressed lately.

[pjbockajr]

I can see my goal but have dread and concern in reference to the possible path.

[arich62]

I am beginning to accept that my problems are right now related to depression. I have been going to all the wrong groups. My depression is related to my fears, paranoia and anxiety.

[Mountaindewed]

I took 2 of my meds and a Valium 20 minutes ago and I got that 30 second high when your meds make you feel amazing the second you take them. Then I crashed right back down again a couple minutes later.

Was very busy today. Went to the doctor's for an annual check up and everything is fine. And did some shopping. Even though it seemed like a nice day I've been feeling bad throughout the day.

[puzzclar]

Ugh, no not again. Another possible tear in TFCC. No, no surgery. Please let it heal!!! And I hope I don't have to use emergency services for mh....I want to scream!!

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[Deilla]

I feel worthless and like life is hopeless. Even my games disappoint me, and they're supposed to be fun. They've been making me miserable.

[regretful]

Just can't seem to shake it...there were fleeting moments when I wasn't depressed....I really do hate this affliction. I am sure everyone does. I wish all of you well in your struggle with this persistent and unwelcome monster.