Fear of the unknown what's next?

Niks85 · ‎30-07-2020

Hi amazing people

Just a few days ago I shared my story and I was feeling really positive about things. I was diagnosed with bipolar in 2014, but for the last few years I have coped really well. Today I'm having a bit of a bad day to be honest. Last night my husband told me he might have to call his work company quits before it goes bang because of this virus. I had no idea things were so bad for his company. He has spent years working hard and his company was doing so well until recently. I'm a bit in shock and now for the first time in years I'm feeling anxious because he's the bread winner in our family and I feel so bad for him. We have a pretty high mortgage, a baby and lots of other expenses. I'm trying to stay optimistic but not having the best day. We've also cancelled our fertility treatment for November we were hoping to have another child but that just won't happen now. I'm feeling a bit devastated 😢 just in need of some encouragement.

Tay100 · ‎30-07-2020

Hi there Niks85

I've responded to your other post but I'd thought I'd check in here too.

In terms of fertility issues, I'm sorry to hear things won't be going on as normal- that must be disappointing and disheartening. Do you have an alternative plan? Perhaps this would be a great time to self-care. You could use one of the coping strategies from your list in your other thread. There are some great suggestions there, truly.

And with the coronavirus disrupting things (like work) for you both, I recommend you check out the Beyond Blue Coronavirus service page- some great tools there. See here: https://coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au/

Sending kindness,

Tay100

Niks85 · ‎30-07-2020

Thanks Tay100

I will check out the coronavirus page thanks. As for the fertility issue all is on hold might try August next year depending on our financial situation. I need to read over my own coping tips again. I did however go for a 90min walk this morning in the sunshine it did help a bit. I'm trying to stay positive just having one of those stressful days.