~ The Toolshed ~

[Mustang67]

@Cuddlebear I am so sorry you are going through this at the moment,  I feel for you ❤️

I have done it a few times, and it is definitely not fun. But at my last change in medication, the psychiatrist prescribed me something to chill me out and to help with the emotions that come up because of the change. So my last change was the best one I have had. And I will be asking for it again for my next change. I have a doctors appointment on the 18th, so will ask for a referral then. As my last referral was denied (not sure why).

 

[Mustang67]

@PeppyPatti @TAB I saw this post as I was scrolling past and the picture reminded me on a coin I have. Lol

 

[Mustang67]

@REDLINEZ750 the first picture is exactly how I feel.  Because of childhood trauma, I have very little that I can remember.  But all the bad shit that I have been through, I can't forget. 

I remember asking a psychiatrist once if they have developed a way to get rid of just the bad memories.  Lol

The rest are also very true. Thanks for sharing ☺️

 

[Mustang67]

Good evening, everyone. And for those who are struggling right now, just know that I'm thinking of you and sending you strength.

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[Mustang67]

Hi @Dreamy you have been in my thoughts today. I can see this is a really hard time for you

[Mustang67]

Hi @Dreamy you have been in my thoughts today, hoping that today was a bit better than yesterday. I can see this is a really hard time for you at the moment and I'm really sorry that you're feeling this way right now. I just wish I could take all your pain away 🤗 I am always here if you need to talk ❤️

[Jynx]

@heartathome hey hun, I'm sorry to hear things are so difficult for you and your son at the moment. It can be such a fine line between supporting and enabling. I think putting yourself first and honouring your own need for protection is definitely a wise path. For many carers and loved ones of people struggling with addiction, sitting in that uncertainty is soooo hard.

But I reckon it's like @REDLINEZ750 said about folks who aren't ready to help themselves yet. That old 'you can lead a horse to water but you can't make it drink' idiom seems apt here - but I also wanna acknowledge the anxiety that comes with having to wait for your loved one to realise how thirsty they are. It's so hard, especially the waiting and the not-knowing. We are here for you!

Oh and also there's a fab support organisation called Family Drug Support - they have a 24/7 support line too 😊

@Mustang67 all the best with your surgery friend! Are you nervous? 

Also lovely to see you around again! What paranormal shows/movies you been getting into?

Also ty for sharing about your recovery process 6 years on. To me it speaks to that nonlinear nature of it - like some years I will make enormous progress, then stagnate for the next two. It can be frustrating, but I do also see that you're reflecting on what has changed, which is so important!

@DownMoreThanUp great affirmations!! Our minds are tools that we can hone, this is a great way to practice! 

@Cuddlebear the tapering nightmare continues eh? Aww hun! Sending a bajillion hugs!

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Aww @PeppyPatti you are a blessing on this earth! This: 

I’m allowed just to be maternal

Sew quilts

That’s enough. That’s everything

...is so beautiful. And I agree. The little things became more and more meaningful to me as I have progressed in my recovery. Good food, belly laughs, and a safe place to be cosy 😊

@Dreamy thank you for always bringing the healing and comforting vibes to this space. It really makes me so happy 😋

And did I read you have a toothache? 🥺

@Glisten - "To know that we, despite everything life throws at us, are here for each other and that is the most powerful energy imaginable" - yes yes yes to all of this!! I always love being witness to our amazing members supporting one another. SO WHOLESOME!

 @Bunniekins @ENKELI @Appleblossom hello friends!!

Sending love to all! 💜

[Bunniekins]

@Mustang67   beautiful tools hunny! the ptsd one resonates with my whole family. thank you xxx

[Dreamy]

Hello @Jynx, oh you reminded me that I haven't posted yet today. Better get my butt into gear 😂. I do love being able to share them with the community. 

And yes I most certainly do have a toothache and it's been a bit worse today 😞. It started with a tooth that started to break away and now it's infected. 

[Dreamy]

 

  

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