I have been struggling a lot in the last while. I feel down, overwhelmed, and unable to cope. I also was having a really hard time admitting that I need help, again.
I am exhausted by it all. I feel worn down. I just want a rest from it. If I read those three sentences from someine else, I would probably think they are struggling with depression and might benefit from some help. Why then is it so hard for me to see it when it is me?
I did take some constructive steps. I went to my doctor. I took a week off work to get some rest (although I have been so sick with a cold that I would have been off anyhow). I went to a new counsellor. Hopefully these things will help. Hopefully I can find that spark again. Hopefully the darkness will lift.
I will admit that at the moment I am not feeling optimistic, but that could also be because I feel so lousy.
How can you help? Check in with me, that is the biggest thing. Ask me how I am, but only if you want the true answer. When I feel like this, that is what I need. Places to be honest. I have a tendency to isolate when I feel lousy. Help me to not do this.
I read all of your blogs. I send them out to family members. Often they comment that it sounds so much like me. This one certainly does. I have a tendency to isolate and simply stay at home where I am most comfortable. It just seems like too much work to go out even though I know it is the best thing for me. If it helps to put more thoughts down feel free to write me any time Danielle. Dave....procterdavidp@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteHow are you today?
ReplyDeleteHi Dave. Thanks so much for checking and for your email. I am hanging in. I went out dancing last night, which is always good for the soul. I am a bit less overwhelmed by it all, but still working through it.
DeleteExcellent, hope you have a great Tuesday. I am going to keep checking on you. Dave
ReplyDeleteJust checking on you Danielle. Everything ok?
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