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Post by Orbs on Oct 28, 2020 12:14:00 GMT
I do that all the time mate. Do you think about anything? I just think of all the bad things in life, even just small things. Luckily I seem to be able to just snap out of it in the end🤷🏻♂️ I don't think of a lot. Usually just sat there lifeless. Staying inside day after day can't be helpful (if that's what's happening) If running isn't for you then just going for a walk for half an hour will do the world of good IMHO - I found a few small parks and wildlife areas near me that I didn't know existed and we've found that getting some fresh air a few times a week has really helped. |
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Post by dutchstokie on Oct 28, 2020 13:19:36 GMT
I don't think of a lot. Usually just sat there lifeless. Staying inside day after day can't be helpful (if that's what's happening) If running isn't for you then just going for a walk for half an hour will do the world of good IMHO - I found a few small parks and wildlife areas near me that I didn't know existed and we've found that getting some fresh air a few times a week has really helped. Do you do any volunteer work Orbs? Just a question |
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Post by Orbs on Oct 28, 2020 13:49:44 GMT
Staying inside day after day can't be helpful (if that's what's happening) If running isn't for you then just going for a walk for half an hour will do the world of good IMHO - I found a few small parks and wildlife areas near me that I didn't know existed and we've found that getting some fresh air a few times a week has really helped. Do you do any volunteer work Orbs? Just a question Hi - no not at the moment. Maybe something for the future though. |
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Post by Los Alfareros on Oct 28, 2020 13:56:27 GMT
Last night was tough for me. Read a comment about a highly charged political issue (abortion) that pissed me off, as so many comments do. Normally I would shrug off. But this time it got to me. Then the bad thoughts spiraled, and by the time I got to bed around 5 hours later, I had mild thoughts of self harm. My self harm methods were never dangerous, just pricking my leg repeatedly with a needle. But I'm scared that I had those thoughts at all. I'm grateful for this board because it provides a way to be candid with mental health problems anonymously. I feel it mate. Orbs bumped this thread after I posted on the drinking thread and not been back since so here goes... I hit the wall about 6 weeks ago, it had been building for about 6 months, marriage break up, dealing with our little boy and having to leave our family home of 8 years brought back a traumatic childhood experience with depression and uncontrollable anxiety attacks. I did see a therapist which helped, but too expensive to continue with and I have no one really to talk to about this kind of thing apart from the wife (ex wife but luckily we get on well). NAT's (NEGATIVE AUTOMATIC THOUGHTS) overtook me, there was no way out, my future was non existent and I was fucked. No one would know, I went about my business and put on a front for my lad so he would not be affected. But on my own it was dark, drinking heavily (always been an able drinker anyway!) on my own until one night I found myself on the front room floor, stabbing my arms with a kitchen knife. Fucking hell I'm a normal bloke, a father with a good job and 3 houses. That was my moment I had to change for myself, no one else can do it for you I'm afraid. I decided to go day by day, I know its a cliche but if you think too far ahead its impossible, just plan 1 day and have some simple goals. Mine is usually 1. No drink 2. A work goal 3. One form of exercise 4. Contact someone (usually messages) Then at the end of the day pat yourself on the back and plan the next. It works for me at the moment. My darkness is only a whisker away I can feel it all the time, but just changing a few habits keeps it at bay for me. Thinking what I was trying to do with that knife scares the fuck out of me to be honest, truly embarrassed. Anyway, maybe this will help someone, positive thoughts and actions are the key although not always easy. Good luck, and Up the Mighty Potters. |
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Post by dutchstokie on Oct 28, 2020 14:14:33 GMT
Do you do any volunteer work Orbs? Just a question Hi - no not at the moment. Maybe something for the future though. Well worth it if its something that you would like to do..... |
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Post by pricey21 on Oct 28, 2020 15:34:09 GMT
I don't think of a lot. Usually just sat there lifeless. Staying inside day after day can't be helpful (if that's what's happening) If running isn't for you then just going for a walk for half an hour will do the world of good IMHO - I found a few small parks and wildlife areas near me that I didn't know existed and we've found that getting some fresh air a few times a week has really helped. Where are the nice parks around Stoke-on-Trent? As a whole its a shite hole. I work in the week so weekends are usually the worst. |
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 28, 2020 15:49:00 GMT
Staying inside day after day can't be helpful (if that's what's happening) If running isn't for you then just going for a walk for half an hour will do the world of good IMHO - I found a few small parks and wildlife areas near me that I didn't know existed and we've found that getting some fresh air a few times a week has really helped. Where are the nice parks around Stoke-on-Trent? As a whole its a shite hole. I work in the week so weekends are usually the worst. Parks in Stoke aren’t the best you’re right but there are still some pleasant walks such as Biddulph Grange or Apedale, sure there are plenty more. I went to the golf driving range at the weekend and I must say it really helped with focusing on something and also releasing some pent up stress, eventually hoping to get back on the course. Golf is great for focusing the mind, some gentle exercise (depending on how rubbish you are at it😬) and fresh air. |
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Post by pricey21 on Oct 28, 2020 15:54:27 GMT
Where are the nice parks around Stoke-on-Trent? As a whole its a shite hole. I work in the week so weekends are usually the worst. Parks in Stoke aren’t the best you’re right but there are still some pleasant walks such as Biddulph Grange or Apedale, sure there are plenty more. I went to the golf driving range at the weekend and I must say it really helped with focusing on something and also releasing some pent up stress, eventually hoping to get back on the course. Golf is great for focusing the mind, some gentle exercise (depending on how rubbish you are at it😬) and fresh air. I've recently started going Lightwood driving ranger once a week. I'm not good enough for the course yet but getting a lot better. Which driving range do you go? I'd like to try out some more. |
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 28, 2020 16:01:28 GMT
Parks in Stoke aren’t the best you’re right but there are still some pleasant walks such as Biddulph Grange or Apedale, sure there are plenty more. I went to the golf driving range at the weekend and I must say it really helped with focusing on something and also releasing some pent up stress, eventually hoping to get back on the course. Golf is great for focusing the mind, some gentle exercise (depending on how rubbish you are at it😬) and fresh air. I've recently started going Lightwood driving ranger once a week. I'm not good enough for the course yet but getting a lot better. Which driving range do you go? I'd like to try out some more. Keele. Up there you can download an app called Toptracer which syncs with a touchscreen at each bay, you can play games and do challenges on there and it plots all your shots so you have a record of distance, accuracy, ball speed etc. All helps you record your progress. Bit steeper price wise than Lightwood but it’s well worth it👍🏻 You’ll probably tell me they have that up Lightwood, not been there for 10 years though. |
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Post by pricey21 on Oct 28, 2020 16:03:58 GMT
I've recently started going Lightwood driving ranger once a week. I'm not good enough for the course yet but getting a lot better. Which driving range do you go? I'd like to try out some more. Keele. Up there you can download an app called Toptracer which syncs with a touchscreen at each bay, you can play games and do challenges on there and it plots all your shots so you have a record of distance, accuracy, ball speed etc. All helps you record your progress. Bit steeper price wise than Lightwood but it’s well worth it👍🏻 You’ll probably tell me they have that up Lightwood, not been there for 10 years though. That sounds immense. Lightwood is pretty standard but it's good enough. |
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 28, 2020 16:13:20 GMT
Keele. Up there you can download an app called Toptracer which syncs with a touchscreen at each bay, you can play games and do challenges on there and it plots all your shots so you have a record of distance, accuracy, ball speed etc. All helps you record your progress. Bit steeper price wise than Lightwood but it’s well worth it👍🏻 You’ll probably tell me they have that up Lightwood, not been there for 10 years though. That sounds immense. Lightwood is pretty standard but it's good enough. The interactive dimension takes it to another level. I had 150 balls on Saturday and I’m still aching😬 |
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Post by pricey21 on Oct 28, 2020 16:14:28 GMT
That sounds immense. Lightwood is pretty standard but it's good enough. The interactive dimension takes it to another level. I had 150 balls on Saturday and I’m still aching😬 Do you have to be a member? I'm worried about looking shit next to the others lol. |
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 28, 2020 16:19:36 GMT
The interactive dimension takes it to another level. I had 150 balls on Saturday and I’m still aching😬 Do you have to be a member? I'm worried about looking shit next to the others lol. Haha no, there were some first timers up there at the weekend and I’m absolutely rubbish anyway(completely missed the ball on my first 3 swings🤣) You just go in, tell them how many balls you want, they give you a basket and a ticket. go to a machine and tap in the number on the ticket and it empties the balls (cough) into the basket and away you go. |
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 28, 2020 16:20:37 GMT
Make sure you download the Toptracer app before you go, it’s free.
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Post by Orbs on Oct 28, 2020 16:27:16 GMT
Last night was tough for me. Read a comment about a highly charged political issue (abortion) that pissed me off, as so many comments do. Normally I would shrug off. But this time it got to me. Then the bad thoughts spiraled, and by the time I got to bed around 5 hours later, I had mild thoughts of self harm. My self harm methods were never dangerous, just pricking my leg repeatedly with a needle. But I'm scared that I had those thoughts at all. I'm grateful for this board because it provides a way to be candid with mental health problems anonymously. I feel it mate. Orbs bumped this thread after I posted on the drinking thread and not been back since so here goes... I hit the wall about 6 weeks ago, it had been building for about 6 months, marriage break up, dealing with our little boy and having to leave our family home of 8 years brought back a traumatic childhood experience with depression and uncontrollable anxiety attacks. I did see a therapist which helped, but too expensive to continue with and I have no one really to talk to about this kind of thing apart from the wife (ex wife but luckily we get on well). NAT's (NEGATIVE AUTOMATIC THOUGHTS) overtook me, there was no way out, my future was non existent and I was fucked. No one would know, I went about my business and put on a front for my lad so he would not be affected. But on my own it was dark, drinking heavily (always been an able drinker anyway!) on my own until one night I found myself on the front room floor, stabbing my arms with a kitchen knife. Fucking hell I'm a normal bloke, a father with a good job and 3 houses. That was my moment I had to change for myself, no one else can do it for you I'm afraid. I decided to go day by day, I know its a cliche but if you think too far ahead its impossible, just plan 1 day and have some simple goals. Mine is usually 1. No drink 2. A work goal 3. One form of exercise 4. Contact someone (usually messages) Then at the end of the day pat yourself on the back and plan the next. It works for me at the moment. My darkness is only a whisker away I can feel it all the time, but just changing a few habits keeps it at bay for me. Thinking what I was trying to do with that knife scares the fuck out of me to be honest, truly embarrassed. Anyway, maybe this will help someone, positive thoughts and actions are the key although not always easy. Good luck, and Up the Mighty Potters. Fucking hell man - Bravo!  That took some real courage and strength to post that. Hopefully, some sort of cathartic experience for you to type it all down too. I was reading about Graham (Foxy) Fowler the other day (ex-cricketer) and he has MH issues that he is well aware of. He scores himself out of 20 at the end of every day and keeps a record. Basically, the higher the MH score the 'worse' he is feeling. This helps him to recognise patterns and trends as well as celebrating a continuous run of low scores. The goals you've set seem spot on and you should not feel embarrassed in the slightest - quite the opposite. It sounds great that you've cut down drinking and started exercising. Contact with the family is also vital I'd have thought. Keep it up mate  |
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Post by Orbs on Oct 28, 2020 16:29:28 GMT
Staying inside day after day can't be helpful (if that's what's happening) If running isn't for you then just going for a walk for half an hour will do the world of good IMHO - I found a few small parks and wildlife areas near me that I didn't know existed and we've found that getting some fresh air a few times a week has really helped. Where are the nice parks around Stoke-on-Trent? As a whole its a shite hole. I work in the week so weekends are usually the worst. Sorry Pricey, I live in Nottingham and there are quite a few places near me that I can walk too. It's a bit corny but the 'back to nature' aspect of being outside seems to help. Never mind the fresh air and exercise! |
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Post by Orbs on Oct 28, 2020 16:31:23 GMT
Where are the nice parks around Stoke-on-Trent? As a whole its a shite hole. I work in the week so weekends are usually the worst. Parks in Stoke aren’t the best you’re right but there are still some pleasant walks such as Biddulph Grange or Apedale, sure there are plenty more. I went to the golf driving range at the weekend and I must say it really helped with focusing on something and also releasing some pent up stress, eventually hoping to get back on the course. Golf is great for focusing the mind, some gentle exercise (depending on how rubbish you are at it😬) and fresh air. Don't forget a spare pair of trousers Badge...  |
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 28, 2020 16:53:55 GMT
Where are the nice parks around Stoke-on-Trent? As a whole its a shite hole. I work in the week so weekends are usually the worst. Sorry Pricey, I live in Nottingham and there are quite a few places near me that I can walk too. It's a bit corny but the 'back to nature' aspect of being outside seems to help. Never mind the fresh air and exercise! Are you gearing up for Tier 3 now then? I can’t keep up🤷🏻♂️ |
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Post by clarkeda on Oct 28, 2020 17:03:17 GMT
Last night was tough for me. Read a comment about a highly charged political issue (abortion) that pissed me off, as so many comments do. Normally I would shrug off. But this time it got to me. Then the bad thoughts spiraled, and by the time I got to bed around 5 hours later, I had mild thoughts of self harm. My self harm methods were never dangerous, just pricking my leg repeatedly with a needle. But I'm scared that I had those thoughts at all. I'm grateful for this board because it provides a way to be candid with mental health problems anonymously. I feel it mate. Orbs bumped this thread after I posted on the drinking thread and not been back since so here goes... I hit the wall about 6 weeks ago, it had been building for about 6 months, marriage break up, dealing with our little boy and having to leave our family home of 8 years brought back a traumatic childhood experience with depression and uncontrollable anxiety attacks. I did see a therapist which helped, but too expensive to continue with and I have no one really to talk to about this kind of thing apart from the wife (ex wife but luckily we get on well). NAT's (NEGATIVE AUTOMATIC THOUGHTS) overtook me, there was no way out, my future was non existent and I was fucked. No one would know, I went about my business and put on a front for my lad so he would not be affected. But on my own it was dark, drinking heavily (always been an able drinker anyway!) on my own until one night I found myself on the front room floor, stabbing my arms with a kitchen knife. Fucking hell I'm a normal bloke, a father with a good job and 3 houses. That was my moment I had to change for myself, no one else can do it for you I'm afraid. I decided to go day by day, I know its a cliche but if you think too far ahead its impossible, just plan 1 day and have some simple goals. Mine is usually 1. No drink 2. A work goal 3. One form of exercise 4. Contact someone (usually messages) Then at the end of the day pat yourself on the back and plan the next. It works for me at the moment. My darkness is only a whisker away I can feel it all the time, but just changing a few habits keeps it at bay for me. Thinking what I was trying to do with that knife scares the fuck out of me to be honest, truly embarrassed. Anyway, maybe this will help someone, positive thoughts and actions are the key although not always easy. Good luck, and Up the Mighty Potters. Holy shit mate. That’s not good. I think I can speak on behalf of everyone here, if you feel anything like that again, please message on here I’d certainly lend an ear for a chat. It’s good that you recognise what’s going on and are building to improving on that. |
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Post by Orbs on Oct 28, 2020 17:11:33 GMT
Sorry Pricey, I live in Nottingham and there are quite a few places near me that I can walk too. It's a bit corny but the 'back to nature' aspect of being outside seems to help. Never mind the fresh air and exercise! Are you gearing up for Tier 3 now then? I can’t keep up🤷🏻♂️ Yep - It's been on the cards for a couple of weeks now. Initially, the infection numbers shot up when the students arrived. There's 2 big universities and hospitals and so 000s of them. They weren't putting pressure on the NHS though as none really seemed to be having serious symptoms. That seems to have changed now though as even though the number of cases has dropped there has been an increase in hospital admissions and the demographic seems to be older folk - hence the tier 3. They announced Nottingham City and the surrounding boroughs earlier in the week but now it seems the whole county will be tier 3 - this includes places like Mansfield, Ashfield and Newark. |
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Post by xchpotter on Oct 28, 2020 17:47:43 GMT
I’ve just finished a two day course at work delivered by MIND around supporting others. It’s not a counselling service, but is a structure to set yourself up as someone that colleagues can talk to confidentially and if necessary be signposted to specific advice. It doesn’t tell anyone what to do, but covers ways to help spot warning signs and triggers and help yourself. I’m glad my work is open about it and I’m proud I will be able to help others. Touching on general well-being, the five steps to wellbeing promoted by the NHS is a great structure and foundation to try and live by. It’s well worth checking out. www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/improve-mental-wellbeing/ |
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Post by Orbs on Oct 28, 2020 18:38:03 GMT
I’ve just finished a two day course at work delivered by MIND around supporting others. It’s not a counselling service, but is a structure to set yourself up as someone that colleagues can talk to confidentially and if necessary be signposted to specific advice. It doesn’t tell anyone what to do, but covers ways to help spot warning signs and triggers and help yourself. I’m glad my work is open about it and I’m proud I will be able to help others. Touching on general well-being, the five steps to wellbeing promoted by the NHS is a great structure and foundation to try and live by. It’s well worth checking out. www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/improve-mental-wellbeing/That’s great advice and the link is too. Thanks for sharing |
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Post by zerps on Oct 28, 2020 18:50:21 GMT
I honestly recommend cbd oil How does this work? A couple of drops on the tongue? Presumably it relaxes you at night to help with sleep. What about in the mornings? Any grogginess? Yes mate, a few drops under the tongue. Very relaxing. No grogginess the next morning |
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Post by The battheader chronicles on Oct 28, 2020 18:52:29 GMT
Where are the nice parks around Stoke-on-Trent? As a whole its a shite hole. I work in the week so weekends are usually the worst. Sorry Pricey, I live in Nottingham and there are quite a few places near me that I can walk too. It's a bit corny but the 'back to nature' aspect of being outside seems to help. Never mind the fresh air and exercise! Hi orbs, if you’re central try arboretum, isn’t too busy early mornings or evening ( or at least it wasn’t before the students came back) and there’s a really cool duck pond. I’ve spent many an afternoon just sat there and having a quick walk, really helped me. Also forest rec, but I don’t find that as good |
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Post by Los Alfareros on Oct 28, 2020 19:12:51 GMT
I feel it mate. Orbs bumped this thread after I posted on the drinking thread and not been back since so here goes... I hit the wall about 6 weeks ago, it had been building for about 6 months, marriage break up, dealing with our little boy and having to leave our family home of 8 years brought back a traumatic childhood experience with depression and uncontrollable anxiety attacks. I did see a therapist which helped, but too expensive to continue with and I have no one really to talk to about this kind of thing apart from the wife (ex wife but luckily we get on well). NAT's (NEGATIVE AUTOMATIC THOUGHTS) overtook me, there was no way out, my future was non existent and I was fucked. No one would know, I went about my business and put on a front for my lad so he would not be affected. But on my own it was dark, drinking heavily (always been an able drinker anyway!) on my own until one night I found myself on the front room floor, stabbing my arms with a kitchen knife. Fucking hell I'm a normal bloke, a father with a good job and 3 houses. That was my moment I had to change for myself, no one else can do it for you I'm afraid. I decided to go day by day, I know its a cliche but if you think too far ahead its impossible, just plan 1 day and have some simple goals. Mine is usually 1. No drink 2. A work goal 3. One form of exercise 4. Contact someone (usually messages) Then at the end of the day pat yourself on the back and plan the next. It works for me at the moment. My darkness is only a whisker away I can feel it all the time, but just changing a few habits keeps it at bay for me. Thinking what I was trying to do with that knife scares the fuck out of me to be honest, truly embarrassed. Anyway, maybe this will help someone, positive thoughts and actions are the key although not always easy. Good luck, and Up the Mighty Potters. Fucking hell man - Bravo! That took some real courage and strength to post that. Hopefully, some sort of cathartic experience for you to type it all down too. I was reading about Graham (Foxy) Fowler the other day (ex-cricketer) and he has MH issues that he is well aware of. He scores himself out of 20 at the end of every day and keeps a record. Basically, the higher the MH score the 'worse' he is feeling. This helps him to recognise patterns and trends as well as celebrating a continuous run of low scores. The goals you've set seem spot on and you should not feel embarrassed in the slightest - quite the opposite. It sounds great that you've cut down drinking and started exercising. Contact with the family is also vital I'd have thought. Keep it up mate Thanks mate, yeah no one knows about me cutting myself, I would not tell anyone close to me. I want to add that this depression has always been in me, my sequence of events has just brought it to the surface again and pushed me to new lows. I have had everything a man could dream of and I have still been depressed in a way. So my point is if you feel depressed but cannot put a reason on it that is normal, try and talk to someone who can understand (often a stranger like a therapist is easier than a friend/family member) and get a clear plan in place to try and alter your mindset. My ex had the "pull yourself together" approach which does not work!! Like yeah I really want to be curled up on the floor unable to breathe with anxiety!! Its something I have always aspired to...... thanks for that. I am no expert on this, its a daily battle and I am still a whisker away from the sky caving in, but am determined not to sink that low again. |
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Post by Los Alfareros on Oct 28, 2020 19:14:35 GMT
I feel it mate. Orbs bumped this thread after I posted on the drinking thread and not been back since so here goes... I hit the wall about 6 weeks ago, it had been building for about 6 months, marriage break up, dealing with our little boy and having to leave our family home of 8 years brought back a traumatic childhood experience with depression and uncontrollable anxiety attacks. I did see a therapist which helped, but too expensive to continue with and I have no one really to talk to about this kind of thing apart from the wife (ex wife but luckily we get on well). NAT's (NEGATIVE AUTOMATIC THOUGHTS) overtook me, there was no way out, my future was non existent and I was fucked. No one would know, I went about my business and put on a front for my lad so he would not be affected. But on my own it was dark, drinking heavily (always been an able drinker anyway!) on my own until one night I found myself on the front room floor, stabbing my arms with a kitchen knife. Fucking hell I'm a normal bloke, a father with a good job and 3 houses. That was my moment I had to change for myself, no one else can do it for you I'm afraid. I decided to go day by day, I know its a cliche but if you think too far ahead its impossible, just plan 1 day and have some simple goals. Mine is usually 1. No drink 2. A work goal 3. One form of exercise 4. Contact someone (usually messages) Then at the end of the day pat yourself on the back and plan the next. It works for me at the moment. My darkness is only a whisker away I can feel it all the time, but just changing a few habits keeps it at bay for me. Thinking what I was trying to do with that knife scares the fuck out of me to be honest, truly embarrassed. Anyway, maybe this will help someone, positive thoughts and actions are the key although not always easy. Good luck, and Up the Mighty Potters. Holy shit mate. That’s not good. I think I can speak on behalf of everyone here, if you feel anything like that again, please message on here I’d certainly lend an ear for a chat. It’s good that you recognise what’s going on and are building to improving on that. Thanks mate, I really appreciate that |
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Post by The battheader chronicles on Oct 28, 2020 20:40:55 GMT
Fucking hell man - Bravo! That took some real courage and strength to post that. Hopefully, some sort of cathartic experience for you to type it all down too. I was reading about Graham (Foxy) Fowler the other day (ex-cricketer) and he has MH issues that he is well aware of. He scores himself out of 20 at the end of every day and keeps a record. Basically, the higher the MH score the 'worse' he is feeling. This helps him to recognise patterns and trends as well as celebrating a continuous run of low scores. The goals you've set seem spot on and you should not feel embarrassed in the slightest - quite the opposite. It sounds great that you've cut down drinking and started exercising. Contact with the family is also vital I'd have thought. Keep it up mate Thanks mate, yeah no one knows about me cutting myself, I would not tell anyone close to me. I want to add that this depression has always been in me, my sequence of events has just brought it to the surface again and pushed me to new lows. I have had everything a man could dream of and I have still been depressed in a way. So my point is if you feel depressed but cannot put a reason on it that is normal, try and talk to someone who can understand (often a stranger like a therapist is easier than a friend/family member) and get a clear plan in place to try and alter your mindset. My ex had the "pull yourself together" approach which does not work!! Like yeah I really want to be curled up on the floor unable to breathe with anxiety!! Its something I have always aspired to...... thanks for that. I am no expert on this, its a daily battle and I am still a whisker away from the sky caving in, but am determined not to sink that low again. You should be very proud of yourself mate, well done on pulling yourself from that dark place, we’re all here for you |
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 28, 2020 20:51:14 GMT
You know it always amazes me how many people pop up on this thread who you would never think have any kind of issues in life. It’s good to know there is common ground on this thread and you’re not judged. No matter your opinions or beliefs is great to be able to come on here without all the bluster that goes on daily.
Nice one everyone👍🏻
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Post by thevoid on Oct 28, 2020 20:52:46 GMT
You know it always amazes me how many people pop up on this thread who you would never think have any kind of issues in life. It’s good to know there is common ground on this thread and you’re not judged. No matter your opinions or beliefs is great to be able to come on here without all the bluster that goes on daily. Nice one everyone👍🏻 Oh do pipe down audlum. Go and iron your black shirts 😉 |
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Post by thevoid on Oct 28, 2020 20:54:35 GMT
Bought my first pack of cigs in months today. It's been one of those weeks (so far) 🥴
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That took some real courage and strength to post that. Hopefully, some sort of cathartic experience for you to type it all down too. I was reading about Graham (Foxy) Fowler the other day (ex-cricketer) and he has MH issues that he is well aware of. He scores himself out of 20 at the end of every day and keeps a record. Basically, the higher the MH score the 'worse' he is feeling. This helps him to recognise patterns and trends as well as celebrating a continuous run of low scores. 
