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Post by Legacy Girl on Mar 8, 2018 5:51:50 GMT
I am thinking of you as well. Exercise. When my stress starts affecting my stomach and thoughts, I try and do either some hard exercise for at least 15 minutes for take a very, very long walk. By mile two it seems to subside. It isn't a permanent fix, but the effects will last for hours and maybe help to clear your head. Take care of yourself!! Such good advice in this thread. As one who has struggled with depression and anxiety for many years, I understand the pain and the bottomless pit of despair. Just in the last year, I have begun to take my healthcare provider's advice to attack these issues with exercise. I didn't believe it would work, but I couldn't have been more mistaken. In combination with medication and other self-care, a brisk walk through my neighborhood (or an extended walk on the treadmill) can make a huge difference in my endorphins, and my outlook. So many times, those of us struggling with mental health issues don't even feel like we have the energy to move from the sofa or the bed. But if I can encourage you in any way, please just try taking a 10 minute walk a couple of times a day, and if you get started and want to walk a little longer, do it. If you can walk in the sunshine, all the better. I will be thinking of you and praying you receive the care you need. You are loved, and you are worth it. Hugs!
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zella
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Post by zella on Mar 8, 2018 7:29:04 GMT
Dixie Lou I have no pearls of wisdom but I hope you are getting the help that you need. zella you are so smart. Thank you, femalebusiness; it's so nice of you to say that.
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zella
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Post by zella on Mar 8, 2018 7:35:31 GMT
Dixie Lou, I've been thinking about you. Life sucks right now and I'm so sorry. I'm glad you were a little bit better today.
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Post by purplebee on Mar 8, 2018 12:06:40 GMT
Thinking of you this morning, Dixie Lou, and Refugeepea too, and hoping today brings you peace and that things are a bit better. Hugs...
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Post by Deleted on Mar 8, 2018 15:22:39 GMT
Dixie Lou, is there any chance you can coordinate with your brother for him to watch your dad during the weekend? Even during the days or alternate weekends? You really need to have some time to take care of yourself so you can recharge. Maybe even find a support group or an activities group where you can spend time doing things other than caring for your dad or DD.
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Post by lemondrop on Mar 8, 2018 16:02:53 GMT
Glad to hear your update. Sending hugs.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 8, 2018 16:23:03 GMT
Thanks for checking in, and glad yesterday was a bit better. I hope it is even better for you today. And to the others that are going through rough times, I send you good wishes also. Hold on, and try to get the help you need. Tell a friend, ask a friend to be with you. ((HUGS))
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Post by quinlove on Mar 8, 2018 16:46:34 GMT
((( Dixie Lou ))). I hope you can see your doctor soon and he/she can help you deal with all these stressors in your life right now. It will get better love. Please repeat this often ~ ~ suicide is a permanent outcome to a temporary problem. Much love ❤️
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Post by mikklynn on Mar 8, 2018 17:29:50 GMT
Dixie Lou It's ok to take care of yourself. In fact, in order to be a good caregiver, you MUST take care of yourself. If you need hospitalization, your family will have to step up to care for your dad. Thanks for posting the update. I care.
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Post by pudgygroundhog on Mar 8, 2018 17:42:43 GMT
I'm just seeing this now. Thanks for checking back in Dixie Lou. You've already gotten a lot of good advice - just want to send ((hugs)).
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zella
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Post by zella on Mar 9, 2018 20:32:41 GMT
Dixie Lou, I'd love to have an update on how you're doing. I think of you many times each day. I hope you're feeling less desperate. We're always here.
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Post by michellegb on Mar 9, 2018 20:40:52 GMT
I'm just seeing this now. Thanks for checking back in Dixie Lou . You've already gotten a lot of good advice - just want to send ((hugs)). I'm just seeing this thread now too... I hope that each day is a little better.
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Post by inkedup on Mar 9, 2018 22:53:03 GMT
Thank you to everyone for your messages and I wish peace for everyone who is also suffering. My mom and her mom struggled also. I am better today. I was not able to call my doctor because my dad was upset and I had leave work early to help him. I've spent time with my daughter tonight and she's dealing with it better. I am sad that this time (of her living with me for a few months) is interrupted but I do have to put my dad first. i am going to call my dr tomorrow. I can't take a chance of being hospitalized because I need to be here for my dad. Reading these messages have made me feel better. And i do know that most suicide attempts are not successful and that scares me. Sometimes I just get so down and overwhelmed that I want it to stop. Other times I am sad but ok. That's where I am today. Thank you all so much. It's okay to feel overwhelmed, exhausted and DONE. You already know that suicidal ideation is not okay, and I give you so much credit for being brave enough to reach out here. I hope that your doctor will help you get to a place that is more stable and less painful. It's good that you are in therapy. Caring for an aging, ill parent is so difficult. You are doing your best to care for your dad and everyone else, and you're doing a much better job of it than you think. Sending you huge hugs.
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Post by eastcoastpea on Mar 11, 2018 15:43:11 GMT
I haven't gotten to read all of the posts on this thread yet. But, I thought it was important to post right away for @dixie Lou and all of the peas who are hurting right now.
You matter to me and I hear what you're saying. Please continue to reach out to the peas, your family, IRL friends, and medical professionals. I want to read your posts for many, many more years.
Hugs.
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