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Posted Yesterday 11:35 AM (GMT 0)
Im down, very down. Im overwhelmed. I haven't been in this place in over a year.

I could list the things that have gone wrong, but I won't bore you. Are they normal mommy/ work/ health / money stressors? Yes, for the most part. However, everything has hit within the span of the last week. I simply don't know how much more I can take.

It capped off with me breaking out in hives last night. My body just feels like it's shutting down. I have cried constantly everyday for a week.

I know everything will work out. I don't need my meds adjusted. I actually have counseling tomorrow. It was just supposed to be a follow up informing him of my back status. My list has 10 major, important topics on it! Lol! There's no way an hour can be enough.

Yes, I'm using mindfulness. Yes I'm using my breathing techniques. Im doing everything I know to help myself.

Virtual hugs are very much appreciated!
Posted Yesterday 12:30 PM (GMT 0)
Sometimes we have to ride out the storm, and that can be hard. Hang in there until you see your counselor Michele, and know we are here for you. I am sorry that things look crappy right now. I hope that things get better...

Struggling daily is a tough battle, but you are a strong woman Michele, you will get through this. Keep using mindfulness, and keep breathing. It will help. Just got to keep at it... Know we are all here for you...

Hugs, Karen...
Posted Yesterday 1:52 PM (GMT 0)
((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

HERE FOR YOU. sending healing thoughts to you.
Posted Yesterday 2:07 PM (GMT 0)
You might get your vitamin D and iodine checked. Low levels can cause depression.
Posted Yesterday 6:26 PM (GMT 0)
Chel,

so sorry for the storm you are going through.

remember to reach out for help if you can. Half hour for someone to watch the kids, so you have a hot soak. If not, once they are asleep, tub time. Pamper yourself.

When the negative thought patterns comes, recognize them, as not true, let them go. Give yourself kindness and self compassion. Talk to yourself as if your were giving one of us support.

Eat ice cream.

Peace and strength
Trina
Posted Yesterday 11:06 PM (GMT 0)
Chele!

I so wish I could give you a real hug in person but a virtual one will have to do ******hug*******

Karen is right- we just have to ride out the storm. Kitt shared a quote that I absolutely love & have posted on my bathroom mirror: "she stood in the storm & when the wind did not blow her way, she adjusted her sails." - Elizabeth Edwards

We are holding the umbrella over your head for you as you ride out this storm. It will pass & you will get through it. We will not leave your side.

Sending you much love & support-
Lisa
Posted Today 11:47 AM (GMT 0)
Hey Michele,

*Hugs*

I'm sorry for what you're going though. I hope things will get better for you.
Thinking of you...

UA
Posted Today 4:07 PM (GMT 0)
Hi all-

I am trying. I really am. I am not whining or looking for sympathy.

I hear everything you all are saying. I hear everything my friends are saying. I am using mindfulness and everything else I know to do. But, I don't FEEL it.

I shared with Lisa last night that I just feel stuck in an OCD self blame, guilt vicious cycle. I need something to slap me out of it. I am hoping counseling helps.

Tough love actions are taking place with my son today and he has no idea. As much as I am mad at him, as disappointed as I am, as much as I want to protect him, i NEVER want to go through this again.

I've never used tough love with my kids before because I've never had to. IT HURTS! It's crazy but I feel I am betraying him. Yes, he been upset with me before but tonight he is going to be FURIOUS!!! I have to get strong before tonight.

I ended up taking the whole day off. I've cleaned my house- I had let it go completely this week. It was horrible. I feel better when my house is in order and clean. So that is done.

Now, I am going to work on school stuff. Sad I had to take a personal day off to do my work!:(

Love you all!
Posted Today 4:46 PM (GMT 0)
Michele,

You have to do what you have to do. Don't feel guilty if you are. Tough love is hard!!! But it is better in the long run. Lessons need to be learned, and corrections need to be made. It is all a part of living. It is hard, but you and your son will be stronger for it.

Don't beat yourself up. Just relax and do what you need to in order to do so. You are a good mom, you are a good friend. You are a good person... Remember that.

We are all here for you...

(((((((Chelel)))))))

Karen...
Posted 12/5/2014 11:01 PM (GMT 0)
CheleL. I have been working on acceptance this week. Accepting where I am in my life right now. It is giving me great peace. If you look at the thread about acceptance, I can't remember the full title I gave it, there are some very helpful links in there.

As for tough love, you are being a good parent when you do this. So hng in there.
Posted 12/5/2014 11:13 PM (GMT 0)
Babe, I hope it goes well for you. Remember--this is for the good, even tho it feels bad. Stand strong. I am a firm believer in tough love.

And take life one thing at a time. When it piles on, things feel insurmountable. One step forward.

Huggies.
Posted 12/6/2014 1:04 AM (GMT 0)
Ditto...I'm concerned about you, cyber sister.

HUGS~~Dixie

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