hanging by a thread…
i’m feeling like that these days…close to overwhelm. close to despair. very tired and kind of worn out. not really depressed believe it or not, but not at my best. I’m really running into that time crunch thing that happens whenever i need to do something else in my day. I’m having a hard time with the moving because i am scared of leaving the little community i have here in my neighborhood, but this town is VERY expensive and has only okay schools so it’s just not a smart place to buy anything. I am wanting to be settled but afraid of the choices. Am I making any sense? Not sure, as I feel in a hurry now - have to get the kid dressed and dog out soon.
Please don’t worry about me - I am generally fine, but where I am seeing this all go is into my eating and activity - I am exercising less regularly and am starting to really go wild on the eats. I even hid some cookie dough last night from my hubby - UH OH! We all know what that means and it’s no good. And my hubby wouldn’t even care, I was just ashamed…I’m eating like I did right before I came here - just really overdoing everything!
I forgot to say that I am tired, too, not from lack of sleep, although a little, but mainly b/c of allergies. It is so toxic for me - this combo of tired and overwhelmed - it really messes with my eats and self care. Then food becomes the caregiver and it sooooooo is NOT a caregiver. And, it’s all so silly because our life is incredibly blessed and we don’t have alot of the worries that we could have that my friends here on BS have. So, friends, know that I know I am being ridiculous and I’m trying to just be grateful. This is when I question my brain chemistry - where is the gratefulness and the optimism? Why does it leave me so quickly?
Oh my, this turned out to be a long one. I can’t even really edit it as I have to go, so if you made it this far - thanks! I am going to try and pull myself back together!
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Debbie –
REFOCUS on yourself. Know that you are worth it…I want you to schedule time for you every day!
i’m sorry you’re feeling stressed and overwhelmed. you certainly have a lot going on right now! try to look at things one task at a time instead of the entire ‘to-do’ list.
i had a minor meltdown last week b/c of all the stuff that needs done at our house. it gets so overwhelming. and of course, i haven’t been watching my eats as much and today is the first day i’m running in exactly 1 month. that’s insane!! my body needs the exercise and it doesn’t need garbage food!
your blog has helped me realize the cause of my lack of desire to get healthy. i’m using being busy and overwhelmed as an excuse to eat poorly.
thank you! and remember to breathe!
Here’s a big hug, I know you’ll pull through this just fine. That’s what women do. Do you know that the innermost support pillars of the Parthenon are not just columns…? They are statues of women. Because women were considered by the Greeks to be the strength of the church. Hence the phrases: The pillars of the community or the pillars of faith. That us!
Stop. Take a look around. Breathe. take another breath. Take a deep one.
You’ll be ok, you just need to take a few seconds and breathe and think — without worrying.
we all go through times like this, we all get overwhelmed and go crazy — this too shall pass, we are all here for you. grab a piece of fruit and take some time to do something fun, something to remember your time in this place that you now have to leave. AND remember to come back and tell us how things are going so WE don’t worry!!
****HUGS****
Take care of yourself Debbie. I know you are strong. Just so you do not see that dough as the enemy, might I make a suggestion which might be controversial…lol What if you take that dough, divide into portions and say, “self I can have a little bit when I want it, but all is not good for us!” SOMETIMES this works, but you take care in this troublesome time. Things will work out. This little test you will learn from and be stronger. I mean the entire time, not just the dough…hehe.
I made vegan cookies this weekend and was darn surprised how good they were. Ate a few too many, but tis life. Enjoy some good breathing and stress relieving walks this week Debbie. INHALE that good air and EXHALE as much stress out as you can. *hugs* Have a good one!
Allergies… when mine come up though they are more sensitivities that occur and I can feel the stress in my glands, I make sure I am getting my greens (if you can stomach that) and foods high in essential fatty acids - the last being really great for dealing with allergies.
Few too many cookies means I must add more exercise to the mix and IT WORKS, I did this this weekend. May even be good for the metabolism to eat a bit more then usual and just WORKOUT.
Debbie,
I find when I’m overwhelmed I over eat too! Try to focus on one thing a day that you find is really important in terms of your move. Write down your feelings and emotions that helps sometimes too. Take it one day and one task at a time as you start to feel better your eating will get better.
I got an extra rope and I am weaving it onto your thread! No more just hanging on by a thread!!! God is going to bless you. Don’t be afraid of your new adventure!!! I pray you will get the rest you need. Moving is VERY stressful! So take care of yourself and make sure you do the important things, sleep, eat right, be still…and spend time with God…He is the best stress reducer I know! Praying for you!
Blessings!
i’m sorry you’re going through a rough patch. things will get better.
Its okay little momma we all love and support you, so even though you are stressed we wont let you fall. -Dee
Debbie…I agree with Lyssa. I think you need to find time for you. You come up with awesome challenges for the Diamonds. Maybe our challenge for you is to make a little bit of time for you. During this time you can just breathe and relax. Everything always works out. My mom always tells me that when I’m stressed and venting. I usually roll my eyes at her, but she’s always right. Eventually, it all comes together.
I just wanted to comment on one thing and laugh a little cause it made me feel better. I use to (sometimes still do) hide when I eat badly from my husband like a little kid. I know he wouldn’t never judge or care, but I care and I feel stupid when I do it. Thanks for showing me I’m not the only one. I always thought, why am I so silly and infantile sometimes….
Anyway, back to you….take care. As women we feel we always have to do everything and take care of everything. Take care of you too!
Love you Debbie, Hey check out my blog and try the breathing exercises, they do help. I know about being stressed, hang in there, you are strong and ask God to help, He will. Hugs!
Oh my sweet sweet friend Debbie. I’m so sorry things are going rough for you. I’ve been out of the loop lately, but am trying to get caught up.
Its been stressful for you lately. I think you are handling things really well. Its ok about the cookie dough thing…we all slip a little. But here’s my hand…cmon…I’ve got ya, and everyone here at BuddySlim. Feel the love girlfriend!!! I peaked at your new blog today, and it looks like things are better. Love ya bunches!!
Falafel Bubblefanny says… rent a very funny, stupid comedy and practice some belly laughter. The baby would love it too!