As you know I came out of hospital recently (2 weeks ago now!) and since then I've been up and down, but on the whole, doing okay.
Anyway, I've got a lot to deal with at the moment and I'm dealing with it alright - and I know this sounds stupid, but, it is kinda scary and difficult!
I mean, the concept of "recovery" and all is sort of scary, and I could really just go some words of encouragement now like "yay keep it up" and "yo go girl!" and "you're doing well" etc.
I don't know, really. I'm sort of scared I'll screw it up.
Just, even hugs would be appreciated so I know someone else heard me.
Aimee, I'm really glad you're doing so well - keep up the good work!!! And it's really great that you're able to recognize you need some encouragement, and take the initiative to make sure you get it, without letting things get out of control. Being able to do that is an important part of staying healthy, and it's one of the skills that's going to help you be able to keep doing well.
I know it can be scary thinking about everything you have to deal with, especially right after being in hospital, where you were a little more insulated from everything, but remember that you don't have to deal with any of it alone. Don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it. You have your family, your friends at home and on RYL, your doctors and mental health people, and even local crisis lines who are all there for you to help with whatever you have to deal with.
Emily
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you CAN recover Aimee, keep going because you are doing well (and I'm not just saying this because you said you want to hear it! I mean it!) just do keep going and don't give up - you'll get there.
Take care xxx
*massive hugs Aimee*
You're doing really amazingly, and "recovery" isn't a thing that is going to happen overnight. Nobody expects that when you came out of hospital that you were just going to snap into recovery. Actually I think the most important part of recovery is learning to be kind to yourself and realise that you don't have to do everything all at once and it's okay to take things as slowly or quickly as you need to. Some days are going to be harder than others for you and that's fine and natural-you don't have to beat yourself up for it. Really the fact that you've make this post is probably one of the best things you've done recovery-wise Aimee because asking for support is a really strong thing to do.
Now these things you have to do-I know you can do them. You just need to keep in mind that there are days when you'll feel stronger and days when you'll feel less strong. On the days when you feel less strong like Emily said there are lots of sources of support you can use and you deserve to have them there. That of course includes RYL so keep posting whenver you need okay Aimee, you're doing amazingly, keep it up!
Kiran
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Whenever you reach out I hear you Aimee, and I always will. You're doing really great and I look up to you for all of the strength you show through the tough times. I know that when things get really bad it can seem as if you will never get through them but you always do. Draw on your own safe coping methods and the support of all of us. Try to prioritise those things that you have to deal with right now even though they might end up merging into one big challenge.
Any change is scary and difficult, it doesn't sound stupid at all. Recovery doesn't have to be one huge concept. As is always said, there are so many steps on the road to recovery and although it can help to look at the big picture to see your ultimate goal it can be more helpful in the short term to look at the little things that you need to achieve first. I don't think you could screw this up at all. I mean, you can make mistakes, but it's still a learning process and i'm sure that any mistakes wouldn't leave you with no way to get back up and sort things out again.
I'm here for you any time.
"Yay keep it up"
"You go boy"
"You're doing really well"
etc
I believe in you.
I put it down on paper and then the ghost does not ache so much.
Don't try to calm the storm, calm yourself, the storm will pass.
Aimee, I know we don't know each other, but something that stood out from your post, and something I know just from reading that is that you're an incredibly strong person. You can fight and get through this, no matter how much you've got to get through and deal with, you can do it, and I believe you will too, because of your strength, and the fact that you're not doing it alone. Any time you need that support, that hug or listening ear, just remember how many people care about you here, and I'm sure around you too, and all you have to do is say the word, wisper if you can't shout, and there'll be someone here to cheer you on, because I have that faith that you will get through this. So keep fighting it girl, and take care of you because you're worth it *hugs* x
Change the voices in your head,
Make them like you instead
*snaps fingers*
mmm hmmm you go girl!! You can do this! You're down with the.... flippety...... stuff
ok I'm not in or hip
But YOU can do this hunny! Everyone here is behind you and loves you and supports you sweety.
Take care of yourself, sending lots of love and snuggley cuddles your way!
xxxxx
You see a mouse trap
I see free cheese
And a ****ing challenge
*Big cuddles* *Lots of squishes* Your doing really well and i cant tell you how proud of you i am. You can do this!!! Keep fighting!! We are all here for you. We all love you so much. Your such a lovely person. Go Girl!! You can do it! I believe in you and i believe that you can get through this. Im thinking of you. *Cuddles you*
Aimee that post really cheered me, i'm glad you are doing so well and i hope i can be as strong as you when i come out of hospital.
Keep doing what you are doing and get support when you need it.
Make sure you have lots to keep you busy, ifind that helps a lot.
Lots of hugs and you really are doing vv well!!
Jo xx
"Because you don't notice the light without a bit of shadow. Everything has both dark and light. You have to play with it until you get it exactly right."
i hear you Aimee.i have been keeping a look out for posts by you and always like to know how you are!i am glad that you are holding on since coming out of hospital.You are an inspiration to me.Truly you are.And im sure to many others here too.im so proud of you trying to plod through recovery.Your so brave.Keep going like you are!You are doing really well.i mean it.It must be so scary but your doing it.Keep going!How are you now?
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i do not always manage to be around but i wish you all the very best - love and luck to you all!
Just wanted to say good luck. From your posts I've seen you appear to be so strong. I believe in you! *hugs* I myself just got out of the hospital about 3 weeks ago and am struggling as well so if you want to talk feel free to PM me. Keep going! take care.
*snaps fingers*
mmm hmmm you go girl!! You can do this! You're down with the.... flippety...... stuff
*grins*
Thank you so much guys!
I really appreciate your support & encouragement, it means the world to me & you all seem to know just what to say, so thank you for helping me get through this. I'm running off to see a new psychologist now eeep, so, thank you!!!
Aimee ma love. I know this is hard and scary but you doing fantastically well and you CAN get through this. Were all behind you cheering you. pompoms, cartwheels an all!
“Toughness is in the soul and spirit, not in muscles.”
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