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Posted 6/23/2018 11:03 AM (GMT -5)
Feels like I have a lot to say.

I would normally go to a 12-step meeting today, but I am too depressed to leave the house. I have checked in with a couple of friends who are in my 12 step program. Of course I would love it if I didn't care what people think, but i was glad my sponsor approved of me staying home. There are things I can do, reading 12 step literature, calling people, writing, going for a walk, praying, meditating.

When I get bad like this I become afraid of all kinds of things - driving is my biggest challenge. But if that fear stays with me, I can ask my sister to drive me places, or ask other people, or just walk up to the shopping center.

Mostly I just needed to check in here. I usually get good feedback and encouragement from this site.

Thanks for listening,
Love, Rich
Posted 6/23/2018 11:59 AM (GMT -5)
You seem to have a grip on things which is good. Sometimes we just want to stay home and there is nothing wrong with that. Just try to make the next one.

I got out of my comfort zone last night and went to a music festival. I got to see some people I haven't seen in awhile. But I was glad to come home too.

You seem to have good coping skills. That is another plus.

Just don't punish yourself for not attending the meeting. Let it go and do the best that you can with the coping skills. Maybe just let yourself kick back and relax.

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 6/25/2018 9:35 AM (GMT -5)
Rich, you mentioned you would love if you didn't care what people think. Ain't that the truth? However, try looking at it through this lens: If I'm not there, people will miss me. They're not judging me, but just like that I'm around. Remember, only Rich can control Rich, and only Rich can control how Rich responds to stimuli.

Karen, I'm starting to get to the, "If it's too loud, you're too old," state of my life. LOL. I so enjoy getting home after doing ANYTHING entirely too much! <3

Best,
John
Posted 6/25/2018 12:07 PM (GMT -5)
Rich, I see your actions as GOOD SELF CARE.

Knowing your limitations, reaching out to people so they know where you are at and do not worry, keeping connections open. Giving yourself support when needed most.

And you may not have said it, but I think you know that this bad time will pass, as the others have.

Keep up the good work!

Peace
Trina
Posted 6/25/2018 11:27 PM (GMT -5)
strength to ya mate. many healing thoughts.
Posted 6/28/2018 2:54 PM (GMT -5)
Hi Rich,

How are you doing today? You are not alone we are here for you.

Peace
Trina
Posted 6/28/2018 3:33 PM (GMT -5)
Hi BNot,

I am doing well today. This morning I woke up depressed. I was going to skip my bipolar support meeting. But I took stock and realized going would help me with my depression, so I went. I'm glad I did. The meeting always helps me, in that I get to check in about my mood.

Thanks for checking on me.

Love,
Rich aka Older Guy.
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