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Is there ever enough time in the day

doncornelius
doncornelius

Depression is a tough thing to deal with. Especially with work and a family. The time you put into that leaves very little time for yourself. Not free time or vacation time, but time to take care of your issues. Like how much I have to shift around just to go to the doctor for a cold let alone find a therapist of some sort. I know I have this problem and I need the help, but how do you do it when there’s so much going on. I’ll get to the point where I’m like ok it’s time I find one then work, kids, school pop up. Then a few good days come and I’m like ok no big deal. Then it happens again a panic attack or a bout of depression. I get fed up and decide ok I’m going to call and make an appointment. Then it happens all over again. School, kids, work, Start to feel better. I feel like I’m going in circles. I know I’m not the only one, but it feels like I am sometimes. 

peterthegreat
peterthegreat
When one have kids and work full time, there really isn't any time left. I have a lot of time because I do not have kids and do not work. Well, too much time in my hand. I have find ways to kill time. I guess for you is to learn time management. Write down about how much time you spend on each things. Then try to short cut the things you do.
Solus
Solus
No you're not the only one! When we have responsibilities like kids and parents to look after, we neglect our own selves. Our own wellbeing ends up bottom of the pile of priorities.. Its a sign that you're a good and diligent parent.....But it does sound like you're stuck in a cycle. You must make time for that appointment.- even if you currently feel ok for a few days. Get the help to manage your depression and be the best parent you can be.
euniceps
euniceps
When your "few good days come " make the appointment! "A merry heart does good, like medicine, but a broken spirit dries the bones" Proverbs 17:22
doncornelius
doncornelius
Hi everyone thanks for the comments. I was just venting a little bit. When the good days are here I just want to forget about the bad ones and not think about anything. I know that’s not the best course of action, but hey I’ll take a break when I get it. I’ve had trouble enjoying the good days feeling that if I had fun of any kind the next day would be horrible. Baby steps I guess. As bad as it is the cycle is somewhat comfortable in that I know what to expect and that way I only have to deal with the depression and not the anxiety as well.
eli_mom
eli_mom
Hi- I hope you can have a visit with your doctor because as a mom, it’s important that you also take care of your health. Take one day at a time and give yourself time to relax.

I pray for strength and peace that you need every day. God bless. Keep us posted.
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