[Buffy01]

Originally Posted by ACQPL

Last few days have been really hard. Today is a bit better. A bit more normal.

That is amazing

[Buffy01]

Originally Posted by Rosi700

I woke up one hour after my usually get up time. Feel okay with that! Headache low an no Parasethamol. I gave myself a good time with the breakfast table and newspaper (have to go through my economy this month to find of if I can continue my subscription on all the newspapers I want to read).

After breakfast I did my usual physical exercises and then I repeated my notes from former therapy. I found out that schedules are not only for those with bipolar disorder, but is highly recommended for all types of depressions. A schedule helps us to stay focused and not ponder so much on old difficult stuff. It helps the brain to focus on the now. (I have experienced that myself).

I went 2/3 of the distance I usually walk in the mornings. After that I was at a café (ohhh, have to think about if such experiences shall be allowed now with the higher food prices). Have bought food on my way home.

I will rest a bit before I make dinner. After dinner I will decide if I shall work for an hour today or only relax with a book.

It is wonderful to feel that life is on it's way back to normal after Christmas and the New Year eve.

I’m glad that everything went well today

[Buffy01]

Originally Posted by will19

Today was not as busy as other days, but still it's enough for me. I worked out a little bit in the morning. In the early afternoon I had a phone consultation with my Urologist. It went well.

After dinner I felt very tired. I don't know why. I slept OK last night. It didn't rain today for the first time in a few days but it's supposed rain a lot on Thursday. The nice thing about having all of the rain is that there's so much lush greenery out there, which doesn't happen at where I live often. I love looking at it. It will be sad to see it go.

I’m glad that everything went well at your urology appointment.

[Aardwolf]

My partner isn't doing well at all, and might have to be going inpatient soon.. other than that, I'm doing okay I think.
Did an actual shop for food to cook with yesterday so that's a bonus I guess

[Rosi700]

I have had some trouble with my stomach lately. I think it is all the pre-made dinners I have used during this dark time of the year that is to blame.

Today I feel heavy in my body and some "I don't want to go on" feelings. I have overslept again ...

So I tell myself that I have to fight! My underlying depression is always there. I cannot let the depression win. This is my life. There is no escape route.

Then I decide to do three "things".
a) Do my morning gym.
b) Repeat my notes from former therapy.
c) Do my relaxation exercises.

Hope these three doings will put me into my ordinary schedule again. To fight depression can be hard work sometimes ...

I am on my way!

[Rosi700]

Originally Posted by Rosi700

Then I decide to do three "things".
a) Do my morning gym.
b) Repeat my notes from former therapy.
c) Do my relaxation exercises.
(...)

To fight depression can be hard work sometimes ...

I have done it! Yes, it can be hard to fight depression, but when one uses the right tool, it can be done. (And "the right tool" is of course different for each one of us, because we have a different history, different genetic dispositions and different living conditions).


I will only have my lunch before I go for a walk!

[Buffy01]

Originally Posted by ACQPL

My partner isn't doing well at all, and might have to be going inpatient soon.. other than that, I'm doing okay I think.
Did an actual shop for food to cook with yesterday so that's a bonus I guess

I’m sorry to hear that.

pain, pain, and did I mention pain?

not the first day I've said showers suck

[Breaking Dawn]

Well, today so far has been so much better. Enjoyable as a matter of fact.

[Rosi700]

Originally Posted by Rosi700

I will only have my lunch before I go for a walk!

I never went for that walk and I didn't make dinner this day.

New chance to do it better tomorrow (I usually have other plans for Saturdays than for the weekdays, so I need to put all my strength in doing my work right).

[Aardwolf]

It's difficult managing my emotions when I've also got someone close to me in bad brain space as well. I'm glad they have the insight to know they need help though.
I'm doing okay though. About to do some actual cooking, which I'm honestly really proud of. Not just ready meals for me !

[Rose76]

I continue relieved to be out of that trough of depression. My mood is okay now. I got 5 things done today. I want to change bed linens and sort laundry tonight and shower.

[Rosi700]

My morning has started okay. I have a hope to be able to do my obligations for this day. I will start to pray more regularly as well.

[Buffy01]

Originally Posted by raging vortex

pain, pain, and did I mention pain?

not the first day I've said showers suck

Sorry that hear that your in pain.

[Buffy01]

Once again my family left me out of their plans for the day.

[Rose76]

@Buffy01 - I'm sorry your family is being hurtful toward you. They should be a source of caring and support, not a source of pain.


I'm feeling great today. I have a To-Do list that I will attack with gusto.

[Aardwolf]

I have some Spag bol on the hob right now. Today is the second day in the row I'm actually cooking.
I'm so proud of myself. I know it's stupid and it's only cooking but, it's something I dearly miss. Not the usual pizzas or ready meals "cook in 5 mins pasta or rice". Actual from scratch cooking.
I'm finding cooking really cathartic, and I really hope I can keep it up.

[cool09]

Didn't get out of bed until 11, I don't understand why.

[Buffy01]

Originally Posted by Rose76

@Buffy01 - I'm sorry your family is being hurtful toward you. They should be a source of caring and support, not a source of pain.


I'm feeling great today. I have a To-Do list that I will attack with gusto.

Thank you Rose that is means a lot to me. I’m glad that you’re feeling great and have a to do list.

[Buffy01]

Originally Posted by cool09

Didn't get out of bed until 11, I don't understand why.

I hear you. I didn’t want to get out of bed either