From crisis to hope....I hope!!

[Strugglingmum]

I didn't realise it had been so long since I wrote on my own thread!
I'm doing ok. I have had a flare of symptoms recently but I'm staying aware and trying to make adjustments. My psychologist has suggested that working might not be right at this time but I'm keeping going..... it was suggested I'm a bit stubborn

I've been busy with work, family, and a ton of other stuff so I'm trying to be more careful to build in things to fill my bucket.

I feel like I've realised things are slipping and I'm doing what I need to to try and stop it.

Anyway, that sounds negative but I am still finding joy in my dog and A and my faith so that's all positive

[Paula]

What does A think about you working? Does he think it helps?

[Strugglingmum]

If I want to work he supports me, if I want to stop he supports me. He just wants me to stay well, whatever it takes

[Suzi]

What about the idea of you not working how do you feel?
?

[Strugglingmum]

I'm determined to keep working through. I fought hard to get where I am and learn the skills to keep me there. If i need to learn new skills then I'll learn new skills.
I guess I am a bit stubborn about it

[Paula]

You will still have those skills 6 months down the line

[Suzi]

There's being stubborn (of which most of us are totally guilty of) but there's also pushing through when you should have rested.... I know that you're very much like us and will keep pushing, but will you please ask A to keep an eye on you too? Tell him exactly how you are feeling and the little things to look out for.

[Strugglingmum]

Thanks ladies. A is keeping a close eye as is my psychologist, GP and employment officer.

[Paula]

I’m so proud of you

[Suzi]

That's awesome. I'm so proud of you for being so open.