poppy Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 I'm in a hole. It's a mental health thing. I've been here before. I know I can get out. But until I do, all I can do is wait it out--- take pills --- take walks --- distract myself --- SELF CARE. But that means I basically ignore my kids. Husband supports me, is OK, thankfully. Posting this because.... I don't know. It is a beautiful day out, but I'm sure I'm not the only one being going through these struggles. I want to reach out to anyone else where I am and say: me too. 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 :grouphug: Been there. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneStepAtATime Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 (hugs) Anxiety and depression has been hitting me particularly hard recently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 :hugs: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlktwins Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKL Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 :grouphug: me too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeindeed Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 (edited) Hugs and understanding. I battle depression and anxiety, too. I've been doing better this week, but that's subject to change. Take care of yourself. It's not selfish when we have to practice self-care. It's how we survive. Edited April 23, 2017 by freeindeed 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen500 Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hedgehog Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 Been there. I get it. Hugs xxx Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Peregrine Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 Me, too. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mominco Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pink and Green Mom Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 I have been there and it stinks. :grouphug: I hope things get better for you soon. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 (((((Hugs!)))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YaelAldrich Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 There now and it is a big, fat surprise to me that it's happening this way. Hugs and I hope you can take care of yourself and everyone else can do the same with grace and love. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pegs Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 Me too. I sympathise and empathise. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryMak07 Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 I'm right there with you!! I'm struggling with terrible prenatal anxiety and depression. And I've been there before too. It's terrible. Praying for us all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlessedMom Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 ((((((Hugs)))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minerva Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JustEm Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 You're not alone. I'm in a similar position right now. Yesterday it was so bad the kids literally played videogames and watches TV all day because dh was working. I just couldn't parent. I was able to feed them at least. I simply had to tune them out to care for myself. They didn't mind 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heartlikealion Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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StephF Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 This was me yesterday. My anxiety was so bad and I don't know why. I let the kids eat Easter candy and watch movies all day (I gave them healthy foods too, I promise). I meditated all day. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idnib Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: It's good you know what you need to do and you have support. There's a path; take it without guilt. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slackermom Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 :grouphug: :seeya: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 :grouphug: Any chance you can lie out on a blanket in the sun for a while, reading a novel while the kids mess about? Hmm. Maybe that only works when they are pre-verbal. I can read a book with kids trying to sit on my head and that was as good as quality time to them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Mothersweets Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 I understand. I'm glad your dh understands and is supportive. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BooksandBoys Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Me too. Hugs and strength to you. I'm fighting my anxiety off with a big stick right now. I'm still functioning, but it's been rough for the last month or so. I know the cause: we're talking about moving again, but that doesn't help get it under control. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbookbuzz Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 Yep, I get it. Not there right now but have been there way too often. And I'm sure it will try to visit again. Hugs to you! Thanks for letting us know we're not alone! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IfIOnly Posted April 26, 2017 Share Posted April 26, 2017 How are you today, Poppy? (((hugs))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoobie Posted April 26, 2017 Share Posted April 26, 2017 Waves from another dark corner of the hole... :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poppy Posted April 26, 2017 Author Share Posted April 26, 2017 Thanks everyone. Today is a better day. I am really glad I had SOMEWHERE to turn at the dark hour. It really does mean a lot. I can't even really talk about it except to say, thank you. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IfIOnly Posted April 26, 2017 Share Posted April 26, 2017 Thanks everyone. Today is a better day. I am really glad I had SOMEWHERE to turn at the dark hour. It really does mean a lot. I can't even really talk about it except to say, thank you. So glad today is a brighter day and we were able to help you a little through it. (((more hugs))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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