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19 Feb 2023 01:37 PM
19 Feb 2023 02:11 PM
19 Feb 2023 02:11 PM
That is fair @Bow. Sometimes it's good to focus real small. First, check in with yourself - are there any basic needs that you could attend to? A glass of water, a snack, a cup of tea, a shower, some deep breaths, or some rest? Then maybe have a think... if your mind is racing, you could distract yourself by going for a walk or doing something physical. If your mood is quite low, you could try something like watching a nice kids movie (watched 'Strange World' on Disney plus recently and it's really good! Would recommend 😊) or even get messy with some painting - doesn't have to be anything, just splash some colours around. If you're feeling quite overwhelmed, you could call someone or journal your thoughts, try to get it off your chest.
All just thoughts of things to try. Here with you every step of the way as needed 💜
19 Feb 2023 03:43 PM
19 Feb 2023 03:43 PM
Laid on my spikey mat and now doing some painting with a tv show on in the background @Jynx
19 Feb 2023 03:53 PM
19 Feb 2023 03:53 PM
Aww lovely @Bow I hope you're really taking the time to get into the painting process! Makes me feel like I should grab some of my art stuff out once I finish this arvo, so thanks for the inspiration 💜
19 Feb 2023 05:16 PM
19 Feb 2023 09:21 PM
19 Feb 2023 09:21 PM
Oh I’ve gone too far this time just needed to feel something just needed to make everything slow down I’m such a terrible person such a failure can’t even go a day without doing this
19 Feb 2023 09:27 PM
19 Feb 2023 09:27 PM
Sitting with you @Bow .You are not a 'failure' . You are a 'warrior'
20 Feb 2023 06:50 AM
20 Feb 2023 06:50 AM
You're not a terrible person or a failure, you're battling some massive stuff that anyone would struggle with @Bow 😞
Are you OK, do you need to go to the GP to get fixed up?
Sending lots of 💜
20 Feb 2023 07:59 AM
20 Feb 2023 07:59 AM
I think I’m ok thanks @NatureLover
I see my psychologist this morning. Rather anxious about the appointment.
20 Feb 2023 02:04 PM
20 Feb 2023 02:04 PM
@Bow I hope your appointment went ok hon and you were able to discuss a few things with them. Sending lots of love to you 💗💗
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