In support of others in challenging times.

[Guest_9043]

Hi,

Don't expect anyone to respond to this. It's just a post to talk about how I am feeling and to offer much love and understanding to those who are also struggling. For the first few weeks I did not take Covid 19 too seriously. I knew Italy had been hit hard and I truly felt so much for Italy. Sad even. Felt powerless to help. I at first got so angry with Australians panic buying. I was so annoyed at the ridiculousness of it and thought it would blow over very soon. I was wrong, it got much worse. I found myself getting very depressed after a shopping trip for a weekly shop. I was upset I could not get certain things to make meals. I was upset I could not even get a bottle of hand sanitizer or methylated spirits to make my own hand sanitizer.

Then the government started making changes, social distancing and events I was going to were cancelled. From there on in it was a snowball effect. In my state of WA, our borders were shut today and no businesses with food such as restaurants, cafes, pubs are not allowed open after 12pm daytime. Gyms, cinemas, casino and nightclubs all shut down. I'm concerned about the clean up after this has eased more. Many people have lost their jobs with no second income. People will hardly be hiring right now. The hit to the economy is going to have a large dent in it.

I'm really struggling to even come to terms with such rapid and fast changes.

I just want to wish you all better days sooner rather tater. Keep your heads up and pay attention to washing your hands very popular.

I wish everyone very well and take good always.

2quik.

[Guest_1643]

Hi 2quik,

How are you feeling?
Shopping is very different now, I totally agree with you, and there's so many levels of stress to it. we are being put in situations we aren't used to and don't understand.

I understand the not wanting to follow the news or hear too much about it, although that's hard that it's affecting your mental health to not be in contact as much... mental health is near impossible these days. such a challenge. I hope you are feeling okay and safe.... these times are truly testing

[Guest_9043]

Hi Sleepy,

I am sorry I did not see this until now. I am simply just not coping anymore. I am so stressed, very ill. Nausea every day, a headache for the last two days, no energy at all, in a deep depression. Feeling tired and disinterested in most things. Just want to sleep most of the time. I feel safe, just definitely not OK. I am feeling also a lot of anger in regards to my childhood abuse and trauma. Keep your chin up as much as you are able.

2quik.

[monkey_magic]

Morning 2quik,

Just wanted to touch base and say I relate to how you are feeling. I'm medicated and have side effects which is usually why I feel the way you do.

These sure are testing times and I too am worried I'll fall into a depression with having to stay home everyday. Our whole world has changed. A lot to cope with.

At least we can all feel crappy together.

I'm sure that won't ease how u feel but I hope you can hang in there, until it's all over. And it will be over one day.

[Guest_9043]

Hi Monkey_Magic

Like the name. A hilarious show. I do hope that you can stay out of depression. I miss going out so much, I do not like shopping though. It's never a nice experience anymore. Where I live depending on what time you go, you have to line up and they let one in when one goes out. Signs are everywhere and there are empty shelves too.

It actually makes me very depressed and I just feel sad.

It feels like I'm living in something that is hard to get used to and something I don't want to. I really do want it to be over soon.

Hang in there.

[CalmCat]

Hey Monkey Magic,

Your name makes me smile!

A lot that you said resonates with me also. You're not alone!

One thing that I'm finding so helpful is FaceTime, have you used it in these different times? Its so great to connect and fun also.

Regards,

Doz

[Doolhof]

Hi 2quik, Doz, Sleepy, Monkey_Magic and All,

Life certainly is different these days isn't it!

For those of you who are feeling increasingly depressed, stressed and anxious, please reach out for help where ever you can.

Would you consider using the phone support services of Beyond Blue or Life Line for example? It can help to talk with someone.

My husband went grocery shopping today, he said there were a lot more stressed out people in the shop than usual. He isn't all that observant and didn't see the new lines marked on the floor and a couple of staff told him off!

Hoping you all find something that will make your day tomorrow a little brighter.

Kind regards from Dools