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Default Feb 09, 2019 at 11:04 AM
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What do you do when you don’t know what to do? I had been managing okay, more or less, then injured my back in October and still have pain, still waiting for further treatment. My job has gone from being a distraction that I enjoyed to something I almost hate, even though it’s now only 2 days a week. I hate being at work but hate being at home because my activity is limited. Can’t job hunt with a broken back, can’t utilize some previous coping skills. My marriage is a mess, could go live with my parents but can’t make a big move because of my back. The marriage and job stress have brought back my chronic insomnia and worsened my depression. Not a day goes by that I don’t spend part of it crying. I have a therapist, and it helps to talk about what’s going on, but she can’t fix it. Almost want to go in the hospital again. Thanks if you made it through this vent.
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Fuzzybear, thanks for the hug. It hurts to put your emotions out there and get no response, so I truly appreciate it.
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Hi Pixielouwho,
I am going through a similar but not quite as severe experience. I had a hip replacement 5 weeks ago and at the 3 weeks mark I got very depressed. Being at home, still not able to do much and not able to do the things that normally help my depression, such as exercise, was tough. I also felt useless since I could not do my usual chores. I work 3 days a week and went back last week. Although I was exhausted, it did help my mood.

I am sorry you are going through this. It sounds like you are having a really hard time and not getting a lot of support. I'm glad you have therapist to talk to about it. I will be thinking about you and hoping for a speedy recovery (and speedy approvals for treatment)
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Default Feb 09, 2019 at 12:59 PM
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I also feel overwhelmed. I’m sorry for your struggles.
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Default Feb 09, 2019 at 01:22 PM
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I'm so sorry, pixielouwho It sounds like you're going through a lot right now. Please don't give up. You're definitely not alone on this, as this thread has already shown. I know things seem pretty bad right now, but trust me when I say that they can get better. I'm so sorry you don't have a support system IRL. Remember that we're here for you. You can talk to me if you want. I'm here to listen. You know I won't judge you. Is there anything we can do to help you? Please let us know. I hope you'll feel better soon. Feel free to PM me anytime. Let me know if I can do something to help you. Wish you good luck! Let us know how it goes. Sending many hugs to you
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Hi Pixielouwho,
I am going through a similar but not quite as severe experience. I had a hip replacement 5 weeks ago and at the 3 weeks mark I got very depressed. Being at home, still not able to do much and not able to do the things that normally help my depression, such as exercise, was tough. I also felt useless since I could not do my usual chores. I work 3 days a week and went back last week. Although I was exhausted, it did help my mood.

I am sorry you are going through this. It sounds like you are having a really hard time and not getting a lot of support. I'm glad you have therapist to talk to about it. I will be thinking about you and hoping for a speedy recovery (and speedy approvals for treatment)

Thank you so much!
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I'm so sorry, pixielouwho It sounds like you're going through a lot right now. Please don't give up. You're definitely not alone on this, as this thread has already shown. I know things seem pretty bad right now, but trust me when I say that they can get better. I'm so sorry you don't have a support system IRL. Remember that we're here for you. You can talk to me if you want. I'm here to listen. You know I won't judge you. Is there anything we can do to help you? Please let us know. I hope you'll feel better soon. Feel free to PM me anytime. Let me know if I can do something to help you. Wish you good luck! Let us know how it goes. Sending many hugs to you
Thanks, Mickey, appreciate your response very much. I just wish I had the answers and knew the right thing to do to fix all this.
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Fuzzybear, thanks for the hug. It hurts to put your emotions out there and get no response, so I truly appreciate it.
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Time to rest...

Being overwhelmed

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Default Feb 10, 2019 at 03:35 PM
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Hang in there! Vent when and if you need to. Things could always be worse. At least you have parents to fall back on and a therapist. I've learned nothing will magically fix our problems. You just need help to manage your issues.

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