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Habits I have gotten

MaryContrary
MaryContrary

I eat ice cream out of the container.  Drink out of the store bottle, not a glass.  Paper plates and microwave.  Hardly ever cook.  I feel so lonely like I am spireling downward. Not showering as much. Not going to the store only when really have to.  No make up but I try to remember to take that da#n pill 2 times a day and brush my teeth.


Don't get me wrong, I do hope and pray situations will get better so I can't say I have lost all hope, just today's.


MaryContrary
MaryContrary
Something I have noticed even with my tinnitis, my body makes some strange noises. It is so quiet in the house without the tv on. I can't get radio because of the siding on the house.
Never knew you could miss noise! But I do.
MemphisWH
MemphisWH
yeah, i have the radio playing all the time,
The fish tank it always running and it sounds like a water fall.
I sleep with a fan,
completely paper and plastic plates and forks
I work at home due to covid so yeah that bites
But I do go to meetings 5 days a week for fellowship, 8months so far.
i text a random cousin every morning and wish them a blessed day.
but loneliness does get to me sometimes.
Tropicaloo
Tropicaloo
Big hugs for you Mary. You’ve been here on DS for such a long time too. I have the same life but I don’t see anything wrong with limiting washing up and cooking as long as you are getting good nutrition. Cooking large batches for meals ahead and lots of salads helps me. Showering every day is actually bad for the skin and power bill so don’t feel bad. It’s only a problem if you don’t shower or wash your hair before going out or seeing people. Honestly the pressure we feel to adhere to some standard that doesn’t hold up under scrutiny. I think you are being flexible and adapting to changing circumstances. Be kind to yourself.
I have learnt to adjust to loneliness for the most part but it’s good for us to force ourselves out if we can, even if it’s just to remind us being alone isn’t so bad. We’re not hard wired to be so alone 100%. I hope this all passes soon and you can move around freely again.
Prycejosh1987
Prycejosh1987
Cook. Its cheaper to do then buy ready meals. Its also more healthy and also you get more than ready meals. Buying pasta, mince beef, and sauce is cheaper than buying a pasta ready meal. I cook from time to time. I try and be cheap on buying food, I also buy food that is a lot to have because i love eating. Practice safe habits.
MyDesire
MyDesire
I am glad you reached out. So many of us are feeling similarly. I find that making a point every day to connect with others here helps. If I feel up to expressing my needs I will start a post. But I always take time to listen and offer support of others. I value and respect everyone for being open and caring. DS is a special place.

Please be gentle with yourself. You are more than your circumstances. Consider setting a goal for each day. It is amazing how accomplishing a goal can give us a sense of satisfaction. You could even share with someone your goal and then share how it went. Either here in posts or messages or with a friend or family member.

Have a blessed day.
tyelee44
tyelee44
Why does this sound like me exactly from beginning to end !
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