FabSwingers.com forum: Monday Mental Health Check-in 04.04

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

Hello! Better late than ever!

I’m still battling my anxiety but kept busy today so that has helped. Had some news today and about to enter a new phase of my studies so that’s quite exciting! I’m also enjoying the more relaxed days of the hols without school and college runs to do.

So how are you feeling?

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *dinMan
over a year ago

Birmingham

Had a few photo fabs today so always good for self esteem and positive feelings

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *tephanjMan
over a year ago

Kettering

Glad to hear you feeling more positive. My self I'm still feeling low but that mostly down to my health issues. Also working alone does not help. I had a word with my bosses to try and make sure that someone comes to see me on a regular basis hopefully that will help a bit

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Hello! Better late than ever!

So how are you feeling? "

On balance?

Shite x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Happy for the positive things for you OP. Good that you kept busy. And that your studies are going well!

I am having the shittest time and mostly want to cry all the time. Just trying to keep my mind off it though.

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *izzy.Woman
over a year ago

Stoke area

I'm quite emotional after this afternoon's counselling session. We've been discussing my past relationships and how I've always put my partners first. History is repeating itself with my adult son now taking me for granted. Thankfully I've got a 10 day holiday starting , so I get a break from the drama. Chance to recharge the batteries.

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Sending love and hugs to anyone feeling down today or any day. My inbox is always open to anyone who needs it

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *ost SockMan
over a year ago

West Wales and Cardiff

Glad you’re coping with the anxiety - it’s a b*gg*r, but there’s ways of dealing with it.

All reasonably OK here. Nothing exciting, but nothing stressful today

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Sending love and hugs to anyone feeling down today or any day. My inbox is always open to anyone who needs it

No it isn't.... filters!

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Very down and broken from friday...

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *rwhowhatwherewhyMan
over a year ago

Aylesbury

I'm alright. A busy day at work stopped me dwelling on stuff.

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

PTSD is really kicking me at the moment. I am trying to do the engaging, witty stuff on the forums, in the hope that if I act happy, I will feel happy.

It works to a certain extent, but boy oh boy, my head is not a good place to be alone in right now.

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Feeling quite shit really, BUT been a lot worse in fairness. Good luck with your next step

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

In one word….. Shit……. Low in mood

Hope you’re good OP

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I am well thankyou. Work. Saw friend. Then got some food. Now relaxing. Looking at a staycation atm.

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *ill1966Man
over a year ago

Swindon

Well Monday nearing an end, in all honesty I’m good, shit going on but I’ll deal with, to any one else having a brain wobble, there’s always someone who will listen, big step to talk, but worth it!

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *coobyBoobyDooWoman
over a year ago

Markfield

hello fellow warriors! I’ve had a tough couple of weeks with two unexpected deaths of good friends so it’s been a massive challenge for me but I’m coping

sending hugs to all who may need them x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It was a good start but I'm just feeling so low after speaking to my mother. Who informed me that my sister and her husband will be over from Ireland, in the summer to take my parents away for a few nights somewhere. Proving yet again why I've never felt part of my so called family

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *ill1966Man
over a year ago

Swindon

"It was a good start but I'm just feeling so low after speaking to my mother. Who informed me that my sister and her husband will be over from Ireland, in the summer to take my parents away for a few nights somewhere. Proving yet again why I've never felt part of my so called family

"
family’s are always a pain, but still family, chin up!

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *asilyled1Man
over a year ago

ogmore valley

Rock bottom.

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

"Glad to hear you feeling more positive. My self I'm still feeling low but that mostly down to my health issues. Also working alone does not help. I had a word with my bosses to try and make sure that someone comes to see me on a regular basis hopefully that will help a bit"

Thank you. Sorry to hear you’re feeling rubbish, connections with others definitely help, fingers crossed for it lifting your spirits x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

"Very down and broken from friday... "

I’m sorry to hear that. Not sure what happened Friday but I hope you’re ok x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

"Feeling quite shit really, BUT been a lot worse in fairness. Good luck with your next step

Thank you, hope you’re feeling a little brighter very soon x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

"In one word….. Shit……. Low in mood

Hope you’re good OP "

That’s a horrible feeling, I hope it lifts for you very soon x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Mixed here, feeling guilty about doing what gets me out of bed though know it's not economical or physically healthy

But have socials with friends this week which may help

Also enjoying couple of the quiz threads on here

Good luck with your studies OP

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

hello fellow warriors! I’ve had a tough couple of weeks with two unexpected deaths of good friends so it’s been a massive challenge for me but I’m coping

sending hugs to all who may need them x

I’m sorry to hear about your losses, how extra sad to have more than one, the fact they were unexpected must have been tough too. I’m glad you’ve managed to find ways to cope x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

I’m sorry you’re going through that, sending love x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

"Happy for the positive things for you OP. Good that you kept busy. And that your studies are going well!

I am having the shittest time and mostly want to cry all the time. Just trying to keep my mind off it though. "

Thank you! I’m sorry things are difficult for you at the moment, I hope they start to lift very soon x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

"I'm quite emotional after this afternoon's counselling session. We've been discussing my past relationships and how I've always put my partners first. History is repeating itself with my adult son now taking me for granted. Thankfully I've got a 10 day holiday starting , so I get a break from the drama. Chance to recharge the batteries.

Self-care is good! Counselling is positive but can be so tough when you’re in the middle of it, I hope the break does you good x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

"Glad you’re coping with the anxiety - it’s a b*gg*r, but there’s ways of dealing with it.

All reasonably OK here. Nothing exciting, but nothing stressful today

It’s honestly exhausting, it changes shape all the time for me too, lately I’ve been having a lot of bad nights. My husband is away tonight too so I’m dreading bed time

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

"I'm alright. A busy day at work stopped me dwelling on stuff."

Glad you’re managing ok, keeping busy works

well for me too x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

"Mixed here, feeling guilty about doing what gets me out of bed though know it's not economical or physically healthy

But have socials with friends this week which may help

Also enjoying couple of the quiz threads on here

Good luck with your studies OP"

Thank you! Hey, you do whatever you have to do, one day at a time. I hope the socials give you a boost! x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

family’s are always a pain, but still family, chin up!"

Blood isn't always thicker than water

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’m sorry you’re going through that, sending love x"

Thank you x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *aught by natureMan
over a year ago

Kingston

I've spent the day in court battling a dodgy landlord and trying to delay being evicted from the flat I've been renting for 19 years.. My landlord is shady as fuck, and being Honest to a forum of strangers, it's been a long time since i have felt as close to checking out as i have recently. But im not going out like that. Not for some shady landlord.. No way... Stay strong people, even when it feels like you are at the bottom and can't get out. There is always a way of working things out.

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

"I've spent the day in court battling a dodgy landlord and trying to delay being evicted from the flat I've been renting for 19 years.. My landlord is shady as fuck, and being Honest to a forum of strangers, it's been a long time since i have felt as close to checking out as i have recently. But im not going out like that. Not for some shady landlord.. No way... Stay strong people, even when it feels like you are at the bottom and can't get out. There is always a way of working things out. "

That sounds like a really stressful situation, I’m glad you found the strength to fight it

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Better than I’ve been in recent weeks….still a good distance from where I’d like to be but all in good time I guess.

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *ost SockMan
over a year ago

West Wales and Cardiff

Lovely support from you to others in this thread this week (as always), Lou

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *coobyBoobyDooWoman
over a year ago

Markfield

hello fellow warriors! I’ve had a tough couple of weeks with two unexpected deaths of good friends so it’s been a massive challenge for me but I’m coping

sending hugs to all who may need them x

I’m sorry to hear about your losses, how extra sad to have more than one, the fact they were unexpected must have been tough too. I’m glad you’ve managed to find ways to cope x"

Thank you x kind words are much appreciated x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

"Better than I’ve been in recent weeks….still a good distance from where I’d like to be but all in good time I guess."

Glad things are looking a little more positive for you x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

"Lovely support from you to others in this thread this week (as always), Lou

Thank you, that’s kind, I try when I can x

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

hello fellow warriors! I’ve had a tough couple of weeks with two unexpected deaths of good friends so it’s been a massive challenge for me but I’m coping

sending hugs to all who may need them x

I’m sorry to hear about your losses, how extra sad to have more than one, the fact they were unexpected must have been tough too. I’m glad you’ve managed to find ways to cope x

Thank you x kind words are much appreciated x "

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I need a retreat away somewhere

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *nto the Lou OP Woman
over a year ago

Preston

"I need a retreat away somewhere

That sounds amazing!

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *uffolkClareClactonDaveCouple
over a year ago

Felixstowe/Clacton-on-Sea

"Hello! Better late than ever!

So how are you feeling? "

Hi Lou, I would have messaged you but I'm out of your age range so I'll put it here.

Just in case you're not aware, there's a group that deals with anxiety called Emotions Anonymous.

You'll find them online (there is a UK group) and they've helped me in the past.

Please feel free to message me if you'd like more info.

Dave

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *exysurferMan
over a year ago

Bromley

family’s are always a pain, but still family, chin up!

Blood isn't always thicker than water

Fully agree with this. One of my parents side of the family neglected me throughout my childhood and excluded me from stuff. I went on to get a career and do relatively well for myself. They now like to use this as a method of making out they’ve family who work in professional careers as their children have jobs all be it general jobs which is fine but like the fact my job would be regarded as a professional job and like to use it to impress people even though they barely speak to me. Families eh

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

Post new Message to Thread