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Posted 6/2/2020 7:25 PM (GMT 0)
Hi all,

First it was Coronavirus, now it's the protesting violence - I am starting to feel the old feeling coming on. Husband likes to watch the news almost 24/7 (I don't know how he can stand it), so I have to leave the room to try to insulate myself from the overload.
I am looking at my Anxiety First Aid list, and I am doing a lot of my own suggestions. I know it will pass if I just keep pushing through, it always does.
Just thought I would touch base here. Knowing some folks (who have been where I am) are listening to me, somehow helps. Thanks.
Posted 6/3/2020 12:04 PM (GMT 0)
Hi

Yes it’s a very anxiety provoking time at the moment keep up with your coping skills and limit the amount of news you watch.

You will get through this rough patch.

Hibee
Posted 6/3/2020 2:59 PM (GMT 0)
It is scary. I am not around it so I feel safe, but I feel for those having to deal with it up close and personal. Things are going to settle I am sure. It just takes time. Keep hanging in there. Good for you not paying attention to the news. My husband has it on 24/7 too. I change the channel when he leaves to go outside.

I hope your anxiety subsides. It is no fun, I know. Keep hanging in there.

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 6/4/2020 11:08 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks, Karen, and Hibee. Surprising how comforting it is to hear from folks who know what's it's like.

Today, I'm going to check out my bike to see how in shape it is - probably needs a pumped tire or two - and maybe go for a ride. That helps to stay in the moment smile
Posted 6/4/2020 2:33 PM (GMT 0)
I hope you have a nice ride. I hope that the weather is nice. And yes, stay in the moment. It helps so much.

Best wishes.

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 6/4/2020 3:17 PM (GMT 0)
I read the internet news from my browser. I hate watching the nightly news. To upsetting for sure. I am dealing with anxiety pretty much all the time. Having cancer makes things worse. Glad the surgery is over. My anxiety makes my IBS so much harder to deal with also.

God bless you all
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