Thanks Karen and everyone. I'm just going to focus on the good and take it one day at a time....
Thanks BnotAfriad, My mind is so muddle with different emotions right now. I'm going to try and mediate....
I just found out my friend is having a baby. I'm so happy and excited for my friend as she has been trying to start a family for a while, yet I'm feeling a lot of emotions. I'm not jealous of her as...
I applaud you for being able to eliminate sugar from you're diet. Staying away from sugar is my biggest struggle and the culprit of my cavities. I only brush and floss. I find that mouthwash,...
Hey Pitmom, I'm glad that you're grandson is opening up to you a little. Give him time...when he's more comfortable, I'm sure he'll open up to you more. It must be hard for you to be living part time...
I don't have vertigo, but I thought it was linked to having an ear infection. Not sure if this is right, but you may want to ask your doctor about it. Hope you get better....
Unfortunately, I don't believe much will happen. Mass shootings in the US has become common to the point that most people are numb to it-I know I am. All deaths are horrible, but it really hits me...
I am so angry about the Texas school shooting. Twenty people are dead; this is the second mass shooting in a week. Nothing is being done to stop it. It's gotten to the point where I'm scared to go...
I've felt that way when I was in a depressive episode. Have you been sort help from a therapist? A therapist would be the best person to diagnose you to see If you have depression or anxiety; a...
I am struggling with this problem at the moment. I've always had this problem of caring what people thought of me. I don't why people's opinion effect me. Just wondering if anyone else had this...
Pitmom, I'm so sorry about your daughter. You and your family are in my prayers. I'm sorry you have to go through this....
Paul_t, I think housing prices are going up everywhere. I don't know why though. Seems like everything is going up, including food. I don't know how people are going to manage, especially city...
I really hope this forum doesn't end. It's help me so much through the years. Like Petrodog, my depression comes and goes. I don't go on any other forums. Wondering if anything can be done to get the...
Hi everyone, It's been a while and I hope everyone is doing ok. Buena, I hope everything is going well your treatment. Currently unemployed and am getting stressed about paying next month's bills. My...
Buena, It's perfectly normal to feel like you do and have negative self doubts. You are going through a major upheaval at the moment, but remember this too shall pass. Have you reached out to your...
GB, Have you ever thought about getting a 'Happy Hoodie' for Luna. It's useful for anxiety and calming dogs down in stressful situations from what I've heard. Totally, understand about the weather....
Hi GB, I haven't found a new one yet. I'm waiting for the organization to assign me a new one. I keep telling myself that the new therapist will be just as good. It's hard though when you've gotten...
Been in a slump...sleeping to the middle of the day and still feeling tired. I don't want to do anything at all. I need to go grocery shopping and wash my hair, but I have no energy even for that....
Hang in there HT. Things will get better. Sending you hugs....
Buena, I agree with what Bnot said about joining a support group. Just be around people who had or has breast cancer might help as they know exactly how you're feeling. I'm sorry you have to go...
Well this sucks...I just found out that my therapist is leaving. I've been with this therapist for years, and if I'm honest, I'm a bit scare and nervous of how my next therapist will be. Change can...
Paul_t, if you still have family there, I hope their ok. I'm also hoping that this war stops before more people are hurt. I feel so sad for the people stuck there....
I'm really beginning to understand how much food can be addictive. I'm trying to lose weight, but don't want to give up my favorite food aka junk food. I thought I had self control to just take a...
I've been feeling overwhelmed and depressed for a couple of days now. I opened up an online business a few months ago. I did this to generate additional income, with the hopes of making it a full...
I can't believe that this year went by so fast. It seems the older I get the more times flies. Lol. I normally make New Year's resolution, but I have none for 2022. However, I hope the New Year...
I believe that there are services offering therapy offer the phone at a low cost. Is there a safe place that you can go to?...
Hi R.12, I'm sorry that you were abused. Are you seeing a therapist? A therapist would be able to help you....
Happy Holidays!!...
Thanks BnotAfriad. He passes away this Tuesday, but at least he is no longer in pain. I can't believe that it's almost Christmas. This year really flew by. I'm planning on giving some kids in my...
Thanks Dude for the info!...
Pitmom, I agree with what Straydog said. Lisa probably needs some more time before making any changes to the house or anything else. Change can be unsettling to people, especially if they just lost a...
Hi GB, Have you thought of getting a treadmill for when you can't go outside? Cross country skiing sounds fun. Perhaps you can do it again......
Thanks everyone. I'm using food as an emotional crutch. It's so odd that never ate when I was really depressed. I was thin as a rail. Now, when I'm depressed, I can't stop eating. I told myself that...
Sorry for all the posts, but I just have to rant a bit... Not only am I struggling to get some quality sleep, but I'm also struggling with my weight. Prior to the pandemic, I lost approximately 15lbs...
Thanks Dude. I never thought of getting check for sleep apnea which my dad has. I never had much luck with melatonin. I wake up very groggy when I take it. Strangely enough, I also wake up exactly at...
I spoke with my therapist yesterday. She wants me to give meditation another try. I guess it's easy to get frustrated with meditation when your a beginner. My problem is the quality of sleep. I'm not...
I previous posted about how bad my sleep cycle was-well it's gotten worse. I can sleep for hours and still feel exhausted. Melatonin and chamomile tea doesn't work for me. I'm so tired all the time....
I'm so tired with how things are going in my life. I'm mentally exhausted! As some off you know, I started an online business in an attempt to get another stream of income. I just opened it a few...
Thxs Paul. I'm staying at downtown Seattle. Went to Pike Place which I really enjoyed, but noticed there is not a lot of activity here. I'm going to ventured to Columbia, WA. Heard that a nice place...
Hi GB, Jamie, and everyone. Hope everyone is doing well. I've been lurking around here, but not posting. I do notice that it's been a bit slow, but I'm sure things will pick up at some point. Nothing...
I'm sorry to hear about your daughter Pitmom. I hope she gets better and break her addiction. Hang in there. There is always a light at the end of the tunnel. Sending big cyber hugs....
Thanks so much GB, Buena and paul_t. Crocheting is a hobby of mine. I usually do it when I'm stressed, but I decided to see if I can turn it into a side hustle. My therapist is encouraging me on this....
Thanks so much Buena and paul_t. Crocheting is a hobby of mine. I usually do it when I'm stressed, but I decided to see if I can turn it into a side hustle. My therapist is encouraging me on this....
Thanks paul_t!!!!...
Hi BnotAfraid, I thought Ebay was an easy platform to use. Etsy has a lot of fees too and a lot of people aren't happy with Etsy from what I read. I only what to use it as I'm a beginner at this....
Hi GB, I'll definitely share once I figure out how to upload to this site....
Hi everyone! Hope everything is well, especially after the storm we experienced in the northeast. Been a little stress as I decided to open a shop on Etsy. At first, I thought it would be simple...
Hi GB, I'm going to take your advice and get blood work. I'll also tell my doctor again and see what he/she says. Hey Weary, how have you been? how is the job going? I'm still doing temp work. I...
I've always struggled with low stamina. At first, I thought I had chronic fatigue and went to doctors; however, they have told me my low stamina was due to depression. Lately, my energy levels have...
Thanks BnotAfriad. I've also been reading Harry Potter books which is helping a bit with feeling down....