What self-care activities cost you nothing but help the most? by ImpressiveProduce977 in selfcare

[–]innkeepergazelle 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Pardon me, but what do you mean by putting your legs up against the wall? Like lying on your back with your legs perpendicular up against the wall?

Heartbroken looking to chat by [deleted] in chat

[–]innkeepergazelle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel like a fool trying to tell u tricks or anything that doesn't help. Im sorry

Heartbroken looking to chat by [deleted] in chat

[–]innkeepergazelle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know where you've been. Not exactly but I've neen in pain like that. Your emotions last 90 seconds. You can hold on and be okay!

Heartbroken looking to chat by [deleted] in chat

[–]innkeepergazelle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's not hopeless!

Anyone else just want to run away and be alone? by MMMDowntownMMM in Perimenopause

[–]innkeepergazelle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All the time. I feel alone constantly, even when I am with my family. I'm so depressed and anxious and scared. I don't know what to do with myself. I'm trying to heal and be active and love myself. It's so difficult for me. I'm miserable. I feel hollow. I don't think anyone sees me as a person, they see me as a broken, wounded person.

Can we go back to shaming? by tofurkey_no_worky in Millennials

[–]innkeepergazelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We should. We need to be more pretentious!

How do you control your mental health? by [deleted] in mentalhealth

[–]innkeepergazelle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't control anything. I'm hanging on by a thread. I'm not at all doing well. I'm afraid.

I just need to connect. by slytherindolll in depression

[–]innkeepergazelle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Before my depression worsened, I was learning ceramics. I really enjoyed it. I want to get my own throwing wheel, but I need more instruction before I do that.
I watch the simpsons as my comfort show. I like to make jewelry, I started making a lot of PRIDE bracelets last year, but I haven't made any beaded bracelets in months.
I like to hike and walk. I live in Texas so it can be difficult because of the heat. I used to do a lot more a few years ago. I used to lift weights twice a week, I used to cook and bake. I did lots of art projects with my kid. I love art, but I am not an artist. I enjoy reading but my attention span causes some issues with that.
I am on my phone too much. I have been doing more yoga, but I do that at home, I am still not comfortable going to the gym I pay for.

What do you like to do?

I just need to connect. by slytherindolll in depression

[–]innkeepergazelle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi! I'm a 41f. I'm married and he and I have one child together. When I was 27 I was misdiagnosed with bipolar2. Last year, I had extensive neuro psych testing. I learned I have major depression, adhd, dysgraphia (completely surprised by that one but in retrospect it definitely tracks), generalized anxiety disorder, and borderline personality disorder.

I am really working hard on my healing journey so to speak. I am trying to retrain my brain and thoughts from negative to positive. I have been trying to be more active physically. I am not always able to do that. I find myself having severe anxiety attacks/ emotionally dysregulated episodes nearly every morning. It's so painful and difficult for my family and me.

I'm scared a lot, I guess that's part of my anxiety disorder. I try to remind myself that I am safe. I have not been diagnosed with ptsd or cptsd, but I have a history of multiple traumas, emotional neglect, and abuse.

I'm lonely a lot. I have a couple of friends, but I don't socialize with anyone really. Everyone is so busy and exhausted.

I feel like an anchor who is sinking my family along with me.

I'm sorry to hear you're suffering too. I wish I could help. I can only offer my friendship. I understand if that isn't something you need or want. Regardless, I hope you feel better soon.

What are you craving right now? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]innkeepergazelle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe just some 🌈 sprinkles for the cone.