How are you coping today? #2 1/2

Apr 03, 2020 at 09:23 AM

I wish people could tell the time properly.

that is all. irritates me so much when they seem to struggle with basic timings

you have a watch on your wrist, use it

seesaw · Apr 03, 2020 at 10:28 AM

I woke up with some post nasal drip, feeling very sore, and a bit of headache. But I am feeling better now. I think I've just been working too much (putting in min 12 hour days) and need to take some time off, rest, stretch my body, and get my diet back on track. Just going to try and take it slower and easier today.

zapatoes · Apr 04, 2020 at 12:56 AM

Sick of worrying about some virus, angry about limited supplies, although that’s improving some, and feeling ticked and want to avoid stores and people even more than before the virus. Today was a tough day, first day of teleworking with tech issues. Want a normal life, and my life was not normal before the virus, and recovering from grief from the past few years.

Deilla · Apr 04, 2020 at 01:12 AM

Getting extra sleep, playing games and reading. It's helping. Oh yea, and journaling.

seesaw · Apr 04, 2020 at 08:23 AM

Definitely better than yesterday. I woke up yesterday just exhausted and thinking I was getting sick. But I took an allergy pill and this morning I feel fine, although still tired. Going to stay away from my work desk this weekend, get some fresh air and exercise instead.

It has been a very stressful week.

Discombobulated · Apr 04, 2020 at 09:32 AM

My structure and routine is all to pot but I am slowly getting there.

I think this is my key to coping better. I am trying not to lean on others but this situation has triggered my neediness.

Apr 04, 2020 at 09:39 AM

not well.

stressed and annoyed

people driving me crazy

mote.of.soul · Apr 04, 2020 at 12:13 PM

How am I coping...

By keeping as much to myself as poss.

Apr 05, 2020 at 09:31 AM

just surviving today.

honestly not doing anything with myself, so hard to feel any type of emotion

Mountaindewed · Apr 05, 2020 at 12:02 PM

A bit anxious. But I’m coping pretty good.

Buffy01 · Apr 05, 2020 at 01:49 PM

I feel horrible. I went to the store and was yelled at after I walk in with some family members because we could only have three people per family. I went home with a really bad migraine. When I left the store? I was in tears. There was no signs telling customer of this information. I was single out of a group of people who had just walk in when i came into the store. The signs were posted in the back of the store. I felt really hurt. I felt humiliated.

Deilla · Apr 06, 2020 at 12:08 AM

I've been very anxious. I had a panic attack last night. This morning I ate a whole bag of trail mix to cope. I couldn't stop myself.

LiteraryLark · Apr 06, 2020 at 01:09 AM

Feeling really horrible about myself. Got dolled up and took pictures of myself and I cried about the results all evening. Im in a lot of pain physically and emotionally.

Deilla · Apr 07, 2020 at 12:23 AM

I'm a little stressed. Just trying to enjoy my coffee and taking plenty of breaks to vape.

DechanDawa · Apr 07, 2020 at 02:15 AM

Called a Crisis hotline and had a really good conversation with the crisis counselor. Came up with some new coping strategies. It made the world of difference talking to someone and coming up with a strategy.

winter4me · Apr 07, 2020 at 06:46 AM

Not well. I am so angry I don't know what to do with myself (or, I know what to do with myself but can't get 'there' from 'here'). It's been a while since this has happened.
If I try to "explain" it will become a meaningless rant. So, isolating and hoping to be able to get myself doing something by the end of the day.

wheezyrose · Apr 07, 2020 at 07:59 AM

No doing well. Actually managed to cry. Dunno what for though. I can’t get any peace from the visions or flashbacks, the paranoia driving me mad. The anger building up. Trying not to be mad at my bf. Hard when it’s his fault. Trying to get over SAIT & betrayal trauma.
Coffee outside in sun turned to neighbours taking that time to mow their lawn. In living room with ear defenders and headphones with music on. Trying to shut out the noise in my head and outside. I don’t know what to do

DechanDawa · Apr 07, 2020 at 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by winter4me

Not well. I am so angry I don't know what to do with myself (or, I know what to do with myself but can't get 'there' from 'here'). It's been a while since this has happened.
If I try to "explain" it will become a meaningless rant. So, isolating and hoping to be able to get myself doing something by the end of the day.

Sounds like you are in a really painful place. I kind of relate to all your little guys here on parade! I hope you can switch gears today. IDK it seems...appropriate. I always call the crisis hotline as a kind of intervention and to get coping tips. We have a good service in my state and I am what they call a frequent flyer.

DechanDawa · Apr 07, 2020 at 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Buffy01

I feel horrible. I went to the store and was yelled at after I walk in with some family members because we could only have three people per family. I went home with a really bad migraine. When I left the store? I was in tears. There was no signs telling customer of this information. I was single out of a group of people who had just walk in when i came into the store. The signs were posted in the back of the store. I felt really hurt. I felt humiliated.

This really sucks! Whoever yelled at you was out of line. You should call the store and report it to the manager. I'm sorry this happened to you.

I worked for a short period of time in a supermarket and it was drilled into us that the customer is always right. This would have been completely unacceptable behavior on the part of my store's staff. You could also tell them about the signs and maybe the signs should be right at the door. Everyone is on edge. We need to work together.

Helper2 · Apr 07, 2020 at 08:39 AM

I am happy to say that I am doing better than I thought I was. Having everybody in the house can be difficult but I turn it into a challenge. How to make the best in bad situations.

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Anonymous32451 Guest Posts: n/a	Apr 03, 2020 at 09:23 AM #241 I wish people could tell the time properly. that is all. irritates me so much when they seem to struggle with basic timings you have a watch on your wrist, use it

Deilla Legendary Wise Elder Member Since Oct 2017 Location: Limsa Lominsa Posts: 29,401 (SuperPoster!) 6 49.2k hugs given	Apr 04, 2020 at 01:12 AM #244 Getting extra sleep, playing games and reading. It's helping. Oh yea, and journaling. __________________ ‘Live for now,’ ‘This too shall pass,’ ‘Everything is happening for my good.’

Discombobulated Grand Magnate Member Since Oct 2019 Location: UK Posts: 4,684 (SuperPoster!) 4 11.6k hugs given	Apr 04, 2020 at 09:32 AM #246 My structure and routine is all to pot but I am slowly getting there. I think this is my key to coping better. I am trying not to lean on others but this situation has triggered my neediness.

Anonymous32451 Guest Posts: n/a	Apr 04, 2020 at 09:39 AM #247 not well. stressed and annoyed people driving me crazy

mote.of.soul Mad Walker Member Since Jan 2018 Location: New Zealand Posts: 13,094 (SuperPoster!) 6 21.9k hugs given	Apr 04, 2020 at 12:13 PM #248 How am I coping... By keeping as much to myself as poss.

Anonymous32451 Guest Posts: n/a	Apr 05, 2020 at 09:31 AM #249 just surviving today. honestly not doing anything with myself, so hard to feel any type of emotion

Mountaindewed Legendary Wise Elder Member Since Jun 2016 Location: Where the sidewalk ends Posts: 36,123 (SuperPoster!) 7 8,737 hugs given	Apr 05, 2020 at 12:02 PM #250 A bit anxious. But I’m coping pretty good. __________________ Ridin' with Biden

Deilla Legendary Wise Elder Member Since Oct 2017 Location: Limsa Lominsa Posts: 29,401 (SuperPoster!) 6 49.2k hugs given	Apr 06, 2020 at 12:08 AM #252 I've been very anxious. I had a panic attack last night. This morning I ate a whole bag of trail mix to cope. I couldn't stop myself. __________________ ‘Live for now,’ ‘This too shall pass,’ ‘Everything is happening for my good.’

LiteraryLark Crowned "The Good Witch" Member Since Jun 2009 Location: Wonderland Posts: 11,535 (SuperPoster!) 14 1,318 hugs given	Apr 06, 2020 at 01:09 AM #253 Feeling really horrible about myself. Got dolled up and took pictures of myself and I cried about the results all evening. Im in a lot of pain physically and emotionally.

Deilla Legendary Wise Elder Member Since Oct 2017 Location: Limsa Lominsa Posts: 29,401 (SuperPoster!) 6 49.2k hugs given	Apr 07, 2020 at 12:23 AM #254 I'm a little stressed. Just trying to enjoy my coffee and taking plenty of breaks to vape. __________________ ‘Live for now,’ ‘This too shall pass,’ ‘Everything is happening for my good.’

DechanDawa Grand Magnate Member Since Nov 2015 Location: United States Posts: 3,815 8 1,043 hugs given	Apr 07, 2020 at 02:15 AM #255 Called a Crisis hotline and had a really good conversation with the crisis counselor. Came up with some new coping strategies. It made the world of difference talking to someone and coming up with a strategy. __________________

Helper2 Member Member Since Feb 2020 Location: toronto Posts: 67 4 32 hugs given	Apr 07, 2020 at 08:39 AM #260 I am happy to say that I am doing better than I thought I was. Having everybody in the house can be difficult but I turn it into a challenge. How to make the best in bad situations.