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Posted 3/29/2011 10:45 PM (GMT 0)
Ive had ongoing symptoms for awhile now, about 2months. And I am almost positive it is because of stress more so then food. I noticed that its more of a constant problem then relating to the food I'm eating recently.

Ive been feeling very down lately, mostly just stressing out over a few things in my life.

Is there anything you guys do to ward off stress or unhappiness? I would really like to go out and hang out with my friends but its hard for me to even leave the house lately. I would like to invite them over but my boyfriend isnt a fan of having people over.

I think I might take up knitting or having a garden or anything that can keep my hands and mind busy.

Any suggestions?

Posted 3/29/2011 10:49 PM (GMT 0)
I get much more depressed in the winter, which leads to stress, which leads to flare ups. The one thing that really helps me is writing everything that's on my mind down. I like a visual of things that are bothering me or worrying me and I like to get things in order. And of course, when spring arrives I feel much better so hope that's the case for you too!!!
Posted 3/30/2011 12:11 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks! I have been thinking about getting a journal because I have been trying to organize thoughts in my head but its just not the same as writing it down. I'll probably start tonight!
Posted 3/30/2011 12:26 AM (GMT 0)
I hope you feel better!
Posted 3/30/2011 12:59 AM (GMT 0)

ArizonaSun said...
Ive had ongoing symptoms for awhile now, about 2months. And I am almost positive it is because of stress more so then food. I noticed that its more of a constant problem then relating to the food I'm eating recently.

 

Ive been feeling very down lately, mostly just stressing out over a few things in my life.

Is there anything you guys do to ward off stress or unhappiness? I would really like to go out and hang out with my friends but its hard for me to even leave the house lately. I would like to invite them over but my boyfriend isnt a fan of having people over.

I think I might take up knitting or having a garden or anything that can keep my hands and mind busy.

Any suggestions?

Your bf doesn't allow you to have friends over is HUGE. What's his problem? I had a husband like that and it was tortue. He had all sorts of issues he foisted upon my shoulders. Eventually it broke me and the marriage. Keeping you isolated is not good for you. Does he have problems with you talking on the phone??

Posted 3/30/2011 1:58 AM (GMT 0)
Glacier: My boyfriend doesnt have a problem with me talking on the phone. Or texting and I text 24/7. He encourages me to go out with friends and stuff but he just prefers to not have people over. Its kind of embarassing but we have alot of sucessful friends and our apartment is the smallest and is definatly not as fancy as all of our friends. None of my friends have minded when they come over before but it does bother both me and my boyfriend.

Thank you so much for your concern though. It does mean alot to have a great support system here.
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