The Mental Health thread

[lemonjelly]

Went to bed early last night as I was tired.
Despite that, unable to get even close to sleep. at 5.30 this morning I was still awake.
Silly thoughts spiraling around my head. I knew that some of the things going on were irrational, but knowing that didn't stop the confirmation bias and thought processes.
Spent the entire day knackered, and obvs as a result am not necessarily thinking as clearly as I should do/usually do.
Now having to concentrate very hard on not being a grumpy so and so to people.

 

[SLA]

Went to bed early last night as I was tired.
Despite that, unable to get even close to sleep. at 5.30 this morning I was still awake.
Silly thoughts spiraling around my head. I knew that some of the things going on were irrational, but knowing that didn't stop the confirmation bias and thought processes.
Spent the entire day knackered, and obvs as a result am not necessarily thinking as clearly as I should do/usually do.
Now having to concentrate very hard on not being a grumpy so and so to people.

The middle of the night is the absolute worst time for this sort of thing. Bloody horrible. I try to read a book or get up and watch some TV just to take my mind off the swirl of negative shit in my head (which I have none of in the day)

 

[Parkins left foot]

Went to bed early last night as I was tired.
Despite that, unable to get even close to sleep. at 5.30 this morning I was still awake.
Silly thoughts spiraling around my head. I knew that some of the things going on were irrational, but knowing that didn't stop the confirmation bias and thought processes.
Spent the entire day knackered, and obvs as a result am not necessarily thinking as clearly as I should do/usually do.
Now having to concentrate very hard on not being a grumpy so and so to people.

I get the odd night every few weeks when I just don't/can't sleep & know it's one of those as soon as I go to bed - no idea what triggers it as, unlike many on here, don't have any work related stress issues since I retired.

Like SLA just get up and do something else (get some interesting programmes on the radio at 3am) - then again only tends to be 1 day & can catch up after as don't have to worry about what time I get up the next day

 

[Trips]

Been having a really tough time the last few days. Saturday night and Sunday morning was the worst I have been in a long time. Monday was a little easier, but not great, and have now been sat up all night unable to sleep with varying thoughts racing around my mind.

Saturday night especially was a really tough time, but I managed to do the right thing for me and get some help, which I really needed.

I am determined to beat this and get better, and know I have some amazing people (including folk on here) around me that will be with me every step of the way.

 

[Derby Wolf]

So, a few of you commented on my post about struggling with my self esteem writing my personal statement for my MSc application. I've received an unconditional offer today and will start my course shortly.

I was never not going to submit it, but it was a genuine struggle to big myself up without offending my psyche. Lemonjelly's write in the third person suggestion was brilliant for me. I'm so happy today.

Secondly, thanks to everybody who replied to my SO's survey, it's been a really positive experience, Survey monkey provide free analytics on the questions so she's able to see that overwhelmingly respondents don't view anxiety as a weakness, people suffer with the same symptoms etc. We've printed and cut up the analysis and strategically dotted them around the flat so she's constantly reminded of the results. Thanks again.

 

[YoungWolf]

Been having a really tough time the last few days. Saturday night and Sunday morning was the worst I have been in a long time. Monday was a little easier, but not great, and have now been sat up all night unable to sleep with varying thoughts racing around my mind.

Saturday night especially was a really tough time, but I managed to do the right thing for me and get some help, which I really needed.

I am determined to beat this and get better, and know I have some amazing people (including folk on here) around me that will be with me every step of the way.

Sorry to hear that Trips, hope you are feeling better as the week goes on. Here for a chat if you ever need!

So, a few of you commented on my post about struggling with my self esteem writing my personal statement for my MSc application. I've received an unconditional offer today and will start my course shortly.

I was never not going to submit it, but it was a genuine struggle to big myself up without offending my psyche. Lemonjelly's write in the third person suggestion was brilliant for me. I'm so happy today.

Secondly, thanks to everybody who replied to my SO's survey, it's been a really positive experience, Survey monkey provide free analytics on the questions so she's able to see that overwhelmingly respondents don't view anxiety as a weakness, people suffer with the same symptoms etc. We've printed and cut up the analysis and strategically dotted them around the flat so she's constantly reminded of the results. Thanks again.

Congrats mate! What is the course? And glad the survey has had a positive impact.

 

[SLA]

So, a few of you commented on my post about struggling with my self esteem writing my personal statement for my MSc application. I've received an unconditional offer today and will start my course shortly.

I was never not going to submit it, but it was a genuine struggle to big myself up without offending my psyche. Lemonjelly's write in the third person suggestion was brilliant for me. I'm so happy today.

Secondly, thanks to everybody who replied to my SO's survey, it's been a really positive experience, Survey monkey provide free analytics on the questions so she's able to see that overwhelmingly respondents don't view anxiety as a weakness, people suffer with the same symptoms etc. We've printed and cut up the analysis and strategically dotted them around the flat so she's constantly reminded of the results. Thanks again.

Good to hear on all counts, mate. Well done!

 

[lemonjelly]

So, a few of you commented on my post about struggling with my self esteem writing my personal statement for my MSc application. I've received an unconditional offer today and will start my course shortly.

I was never not going to submit it, but it was a genuine struggle to big myself up without offending my psyche. Lemonjelly's write in the third person suggestion was brilliant for me. I'm so happy today.

Secondly, thanks to everybody who replied to my SO's survey, it's been a really positive experience, Survey monkey provide free analytics on the questions so she's able to see that overwhelmingly respondents don't view anxiety as a weakness, people suffer with the same symptoms etc. We've printed and cut up the analysis and strategically dotted them around the flat so she's constantly reminded of the results. Thanks again.

Hey, I did something useful!

Seriously, glad it helped, and many congratulations. Remember you got accepted on the strength of your work and abilities

Also very interesting to hear about the implications of the questionnaire. Sounds a useful strategy.

 

[lemonjelly]

Been having a really tough time the last few days. Saturday night and Sunday morning was the worst I have been in a long time. Monday was a little easier, but not great, and have now been sat up all night unable to sleep with varying thoughts racing around my mind.

Saturday night especially was a really tough time, but I managed to do the right thing for me and get some help, which I really needed.

I am determined to beat this and get better, and know I have some amazing people (including folk on here) around me that will be with me every step of the way.

If you read this trips, really pleased to hear you have help and support around you. Stay strong mate!

 

[lemonjelly]

https://www.expressandstar.com/news/crime/2018/09/12/man-charged-after-allegedly-threatening-to-jump-from-bridge/

I never like the criminalisation of MH.

If this person has MH difficulties, arresting/charging them does little or no good. Getting them access to help and support is what is needed.

I can see the point in charges if the person does not have any MH issues, but such a story seems a bit retribution for the inconvenience caused.

 

[lemonjelly]

It's world mental health day.
I hope everyone is well and looking after themselves, and we're also looking after each other.

 

[SLA]

It's world mental health day.
I hope everyone is well and looking after themselves, and we're also looking after each other.

You are Jerry Springer and I claim my £5.

 

[lemonjelly]

You are Jerry Springer and I claim my £5.

I am mortally offended! I'm also not that entertaining.

Back on topic, having experienced poor quality MH over most of summer, very recently have been experiencing a noticeable upturn. Hoping that trend continues for me at least.

 

[Deutsch Wolf]

I can't ever give you a simple answer on that, it's not binary.

The good thing is I probably swing between 3/10 and 8/10 now, rather than 0/10 and 5/10.

 

[tricky wolf]

If Greece comes up as an idea , let me know, have a big enough house, and the door is open.

lol its on the list !

 

[Deutsch Wolf]

Bit of a success story for this thread for a change.

It's taken me a hell of a lot of work, it's probably driven my friends up the wall for a ridiculous amount of time, but I'm actually doing alright. I like what I do for a living, I am comfortable with my ability as a writer, I'm enjoying my life.

Of course I don't get to just say "yeah, I'm alright". Depression doesn't work like that. What I have in my bank account is irrelevant and every day is a challenge of some kind. But for now it's going well and after boring everyone with how shit I felt for years, you deserve to know that I feel good.

The aim is to keep that going on. I've got the best network in the world around me so we'll give it a good fucking go.

 

[Keef]

Good to hear Dan,we need good blog writers who put obscure britpop bands in as references,and can get 1500 angry words out about former midfielders who were only footballers because of who their dad was,and awful Welsh managers who were friendly with chairmen,I'll have to visit the London on a match day after your ebooks out,so you can sign my kindle(there's a threat to tip you back over the edge)

 

[Tredman]

Good to hear DW.

 

[Deutsch Wolf]

Cheers boys, if you do want to see me in the London then get in there quick before I get my own roped off section

 

[Trips]

Bit of a success story for this thread for a change.

It's taken me a hell of a lot of work, it's probably driven my friends up the wall for a ridiculous amount of time, but I'm actually doing alright. I like what I do for a living, I am comfortable with my ability as a writer, I'm enjoying my life.

Of course I don't get to just say "yeah, I'm alright". Depression doesn't work like that. What I have in my bank account is irrelevant and every day is a challenge of some kind. But for now it's going well and after boring everyone with how shit I felt for years, you deserve to know that I feel good.

The aim is to keep that going on. I've got the best network in the world around me so we'll give it a good fucking go.

Won't repeat everything we discussed last night, but really is great news that things are moving in the right direction. After all the support and help you've given me, and continue to give, it really is great that positive things are happening. Stay strong mate