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10 Sep 2024 09:00 PM
10 Sep 2024 09:00 PM
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11 Sep 2024 12:09 PM
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11 Sep 2024 12:18 PM
11 Sep 2024 12:18 PM
Re: Contamination thoughts
Hey @creative_writer that would be really frustrating to have this distracting you from uni, but it sounds like focusing on being safe needs to be the top priority right now so going home and taking your PRN might be a good idea if that's what's going to help you most.
Going to a 3hr class while simultaneously managing this is a huge effort so good on you for doing that.
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11 Sep 2024 12:41 PM
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11 Sep 2024 12:57 PM
11 Sep 2024 12:57 PM
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Yeah of course that would be exhausting @creative_writer
Glad you've had a chance to eat and have a cuppa. Sounds like it's been a pretty tough morning but you got through it. Is there anything nice you can do to show yourself some extra care when you get home?
I hope your mind's able to give yourself a bit of a rest once you're back home. If it's not though, remember you can always reach out to Lifeline or SCBS for more support, and I'm around today too
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11 Sep 2024 01:25 PM
11 Sep 2024 01:25 PM
Re: Contamination thoughts
I’ll probably change and wash my face. Feels nice to get makeup off. Might have a quick snack too once I’m back. Probably shouldn’t be eating the PRN on an empty stomach. I do have a while left till I’m home. I could also make a herbal cuppa when I’m back and some coconut water would be good too.
I’m wearing my sunglasses right now. I feel very sensitive to light. It can be a migraine trigger and cause more agitation
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11 Sep 2024 02:44 PM
11 Sep 2024 02:44 PM
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Sounds like a lovely self-care plan @creative_writer
Isn't taking your makeup off the best feeling? For me it's like a signal to myself that the day is done and it's time to relax
Do you drink matcha often? I've tried it a little bit but am not quite sold on the taste, I've heard it gives a much steadier release of caffeine than coffee and is generally a bit better for you so I'd like to give it a go. Any tips on the best ways to have it?
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11 Sep 2024 03:11 PM
11 Sep 2024 03:11 PM
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I drink matcha twice a day with a pinch of saffron. I’m sort of used to the taste. I do like adding ginger too. Honey is amazing if you want to sweeten it. It is way better than coffee, it’s more steady and better on a sensitive stomach. Good quality is also important
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11 Sep 2024 04:23 PM
11 Sep 2024 04:23 PM
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Ooohh adding the saffron, so fancy @creative_writer! I think I'd need to try it with honey, maybe I'll go and buy some and give it a go because coffee definitely is no friend to my tummy, or my anxiety, and yet I crave that caffeine ☕
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11 Sep 2024 04:40 PM
11 Sep 2024 04:40 PM
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I can only tolerate weak coffee in the morning or my stomach throws a tantrum. I used to be able to drink up to two cups, anything more would trigger a migraine and destabilise my mental health
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