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Had a bad night but at my mums tonight so guess im safe?
I'm struggling so much with this lockdown crap that is going on, i thought i managed to get the hang of it but im on such a downer right now. its flippin tough.
Original post by Jay018
I'm struggling so much with this lockdown crap that is going on, i thought i managed to get the hang of it but im on such a downer right now. its flippin tough.

What's going on?
Original post by Pathway
What's going on?

I've just been placed into Tier 4 lockdown so I'm not able to go out and about and do the things i want to to keep my head in check. Mixed with being off of work for most of this month due to having to use holiday up at work has meant i've had far too much time to think about how rubbish life seems right now. im okay, nothing thats putting me in danger, its just tough
Original post by Jay018
I've just been placed into Tier 4 lockdown so I'm not able to go out and about and do the things i want to to keep my head in check. Mixed with being off of work for most of this month due to having to use holiday up at work has meant i've had far too much time to think about how rubbish life seems right now. im okay, nothing thats putting me in danger, its just tough


Can you adapt things so they fit in line with restrictions?
Original post by Pathway
Can you adapt things so they fit in line with restrictions?

I've ordered gym and exercise equipment but not sure when this will all turn up yet. as it's all be ordered from small companies due to the things i need being very niche
Original post by Jay018
I've ordered gym and exercise equipment but not sure when this will all turn up yet. as it's all be ordered from small companies due to the things i need being very niche

Well in the meantime (and going forward), do other things to help support your mental health. What usually helps you?
i think i have anxiety and sking picking disorder but im not 100% sure cause ive never seen a psychologist because i feel like im over exaggerating
Original post by Anonymous
i think i have anxiety and sking picking disorder but im not 100% sure cause ive never seen a psychologist because i feel like im over exaggerating


Doubtful you're exaggerating. It's worth speaking to your GP about it, see what they can offer in the way of help.
Original post by Pathway
Doubtful you're exaggerating. It's worth speaking to your GP about it, see what they can offer in the way of help.

yeah idk im just paranoid that im making it up and i dont want to tell my parents about it so idk how i wld talk to anyone about it
Original post by Anonymous
yeah idk im just paranoid that im making it up and i dont want to tell my parents about it so idk how i wld talk to anyone about it


That sounds like anxiety to me. Providing you're over 16 your parents don't need to get involved if you're worried about that
Original post by Pathway
That sounds like anxiety to me. Providing you're over 16 your parents don't need to get involved if you're worried about that

yeah i am over 16 but would be able to get an appointment by myself?
Original post by Anonymous
yeah i am over 16 but would be able to get an appointment by myself?


Yep. Just phone up and ask for one. It'll likely be a phone appointment, not face to face.
Original post by Pathway
Yep. Just phone up and ask for one. It'll likely be a phone appointment, not face to face.

is it not a big deal if i do have anxiety though cause i feel like idk i usually have panic attacks like 4 times a week but then i feel like what if having anxiety isnt a big deal...
Original post by Anonymous
is it not a big deal if i do have anxiety though cause i feel like idk i usually have panic attacks like 4 times a week but then i feel like what if having anxiety isnt a big deal...


Well, if you're having panic attacks that regularly that's not great. Avoiding dealing with your mental health by minimising things will only prolong dealing with this. There's a reason why there are treatments available because it can be a "big deal."
Why is my step dad such a *******? If my mum wasnt with him id probably still live here
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Original post by Anonymous
is it not a big deal if i do have anxiety though cause i feel like idk i usually have panic attacks like 4 times a week but then i feel like what if having anxiety isnt a big deal...

Most surgeries have some form of online booking now due to covid.
I get very anxious on the phone as well but unfortunately it is a part of adult life you will need so its better to start practising sooner rather than later.
Original post by Pathway
Well in the meantime (and going forward), do other things to help support your mental health. What usually helps you?

spending time with friends and just going for walks. doing sudoku generally helps keep me calm too.

I think going back to work on Monday will help as it'll get me out the house (my job cant be done from home so i can go to the office)
Im always forgotten 🙁
Original post by Jay018
spending time with friends and just going for walks. doing sudoku generally helps keep me calm too.

I think going back to work on Monday will help as it'll get me out the house (my job cant be done from home so i can go to the office)


Make sure you keep in contact with your friends, video calls, online gaming, etc. and keep going on daily walks. It's hard, but keeping up with things you knoe have a positive impact on your mood, even if done a little differently, can still make a good bit of difference. Take care.

Original post by Anonymous
Im always forgotten 🙁


Sorry to hear you feel that way.

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