Hello everybody,
Would it be helpful for people who are struggling emotionally to have this thread? A place for listening to and supporting others, and perhaps providing resources that may help. I find myself losing hope quickly and the burden of trying to wake others up is exhausting, especially when most people don't want to know and think you're a nutter.
Things that have helped me:
Books:
Living Beautifully with Uncertainty and Change - Pema Chodron
When Things Fall Apart - Pema Chodron
The Wisdom of Anxiety - Sheryl Paul
Walking in nature
Meditation
Humour - been re-watching Father Ted. :D
Exercise
Having a good old knees up
Avoiding Twitter - time for another break I think
If anybody would like to chat or wants some support, please post.
Hi everyone... I'm sorry, I started this thread then decided I needed a break from social media. Have to say it has been GREAT being off Twitter. Although I'm actually too scared to go back on now, haha. Feel much clearer without all others' negativity polluting my mind. I've been more focused on my life and goals. I even ran 5k today! One thing that I'm trying to cultivate more of is being comfortable with uncertainty. This is what the books I listed above are really great for. We simply don't know what's going to happen in all of this. I find myself thinking of certain doom, then remind myself that none of us have a clue what will come to pass. A great quote I try to keep in mind (I think it was by Rumi) "Don't make yourself miserable with what is to come or not to come" It all comes back to trying to remain present.. On that note, I need to go and meditate!
Hello MG55, course is it that you are following about law and legal? Can you share it?
Thank you Rosie,it is a great idea.
At this time what keeps me sane is satire on this topic.
Videos on You tube of Carl Vernon,food for thoughts but coated with humour ☺️.
Nice idea. We all need support at times to be able to meet this.
A way of coping here is Action, practical stuff.
Today will be decluttering house, wave 1. Tons of stuff to get rid ofI feel good when I have taken action to clear a situation or cleaned up..... clutter gets in the way of clarity..
Otherwise yes I enjoy communicating and sharing.
Oh and also I'm on a course to learn the difference between law and legal. That has given me a lot of strength to feel I can meet whats coming.
Edit - absolutely no intent to upset or offend anyone with my previous musings on my own psychology. Have removed most of the post. Thought this post by Rosie was a great idea.
This is a brilliant idea Rosie! 😘 And I think it will likely be the biggest thread on here in a very short time.
It sure does feel like a lonely road doesn't it, being the only sane voice that can see through all the lies and manipulations, but we have to stay strong, we have to stay the course, because without likeminded souls like the beautiful people on this forum the game is truly lost. I have been very depressed at times and have been lifted by the people here (even though they don't know it), and when I'm strong I know it is my time to do the lifting. At times like this I just stay true to my soul and the belief that what I do here and now will follow me into whatever comes next, dig deep, find joy somewhere and carry on the fight. We outnumber our enemy enormously, we must remember that.
As for what else lifts me, well, mostly nature and my pets and animals (2 cats, 4 hand reared sheep and 2 guinea pigs), I even got a little joy from helping a beetle out of a glass of water yesterday and rescuing a small bird that was stuck in a barn - silly huh?
Father Ted is an excellent choice btw, I also re-watch old comedies like Peep Show and Green Wing - just silly stuff really.
If you ever want to talk one on one privately then please do not hesitate to PM me - looks like we are both night owls so anytime you're feeling low in the night seek me out.
Peace, Love and Light to you Rosie. Keep the faith sister. LW