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Ever feel like you are drowning? Like too many things going on? Like you will never surface and take a good breath?

I'm already caring for my mom
I'm already caring for my ex-father-in-law
I have things going on where I should be taking care of myself but I always put myself at the bottom of the list.
My ex-husband has bipolar disorder which is why it makes it difficult for him to care for his dad. And now to find out he has cancer. I feel like I'm screaming and no one's hearing me. I feel like I'm tired and I'm going to just crumble. But I also know that I need to pick up all the pieces and keep going no matter what.
What do you do to reset?
What do you do when there are too many things going on at once?
How do you keep it all together?
LaLumieri
51-55, F
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0uijaFinger
Since February last year I have been treading water and getting nowhere. It's only the last week things have evened out, and even then my sleep is from pure exhaustion.

I force myself into a time out. I spiralled and was out of control. My daughter took me for a walk on Mother's day and I had no idea how much I needed it just to function.

Be kind to yourself. Give yourself moments of joy without the guilt.
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fun4us2b · M
One thing at a time - and remember that I didn't start the fire, I am just trying to help everyone get through it.

You do need to prioritize yourself - especially your health. Make a list of things you need and put a little time into it each day....

I also agree - walking, especially in the woods is helpful...best time of year is coming up for that ...but don't forget the bug spray!
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LaLumieri · 51-55, F
@fun4us2b thank you I am putting things into perspective one step at a time I woke up this morning that way. Taking time for me has been good. And I'm definitely the kind of girl that carries two hazmat size cans of offspring somewhere in her bag at all times lol thank you for your response
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BrandNewMan · 61-69, M
Sorry to hear this, I know he's been like a father to you.

🫂
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LaLumieri · 51-55, F
@BrandNewMan thank you He's very dear. It's already hard and it will be harder when he doesn't understand what's going on I want to be that light and that peace when there is fear and anxiety
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LaLumieri · 51-55, F
Thank you I have been craving a walk I will make this time for one The fresh air will do me good
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