Looking after ourselves
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02-06-2023 04:22 PM
02-06-2023 04:22 PM
When you appear well on the surface
I am trying to look after myself, I am.
I am taking the week off of work to recoup after doing some rediculous hours that I agreed to.
My partner and brother are supportive, mum is unwell but has my back.
My diet could be better, not eating so much take away would be a good start.
My skin is suffering, I look like a pizza.
I have a job which is good, I have been employed for nearly 3 years after a mirriad of various issues.
My bipolar is in check at least, meds work well.
Stress is my biggest enemy, I find it hard to self regulate my time devoted to work.
I want to do well and make money and support myself but I over do it often.
I have been in and out of many different types of jobs since I started working, but I have found my passion in disability support.
I have friends and family and couldn't ask for a better support system.
I have it pretty good, but the lingering effects of my past haunt me daily.
I fear going backwards, I strive to find whatever it takes to stay well.
I have barely used the forums, but I like to think my occasional contributions help someone.
When I look at it I am keeping my head above water... I do the basics to stay well but could do better.
It's a day to day game. I am worrying about marrige to my partner, kids, life... how can I do all that with this mental health obstacle? There is more but I dont have the energy now to think about it.
Talking to friends helps, using the SANE couselling service helps too.
I feel like I'm ranting but I feel like I need to express my attempts to survive.
Life is hard but it's not as hard as it used to be.
Thank you for reading.
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02-06-2023 06:15 PM
02-06-2023 06:15 PM
Re: When you appear well on the surface
Hi @Jasmiran
A lot or energy and l hope you find time for you.
I enjoyed the story
I picked up on "Life is hard but it's not as hard as it used to be."
I keep telling myself a situation is hard. When we do something without thinking first, our hard situation is harder.
Glad you found your Disability support work
I was doing the same. Stopped with Covid and car issue. Getting back in a bit.
I hope you find some time for you.
You deserve it