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How Are You Feeling Right Now?
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I’m feeling the worst I’ve felt in a few weeks. Like the world is crashing down again. I’m overwhelmed, mind is going blank. Wish I could just curl up in a ball and sob. But sobbing is not a physical response I’m able to produce very often. I’m so exhausted. Every time it feels like I’m starting to feel better I crash back down again. I desperately don’t want to spiral so low.
my friend
I have a one-on-one today...so there's some human interaction, at least. However, I'm not happy about having to go out in the cold. But I need my medication, so don't have much of a choice there. I finally slept normally last night after weeks of nightmares and waking up 5-6 times in the middle of the night. Hopefully, that means I won't be groggy and tired today. I'm also trying a UVB lamp to treat my psoriasis. And the Humira I'm on seems to be helping my Crohn's a bit. So things seem to be looking up somewhat. I just hope it lasts and continues to get better and not worse.
I think that... we can all relate to that feeling, sometimes @tearsinmycoffee - hoping you won't feel that way for very much longer.
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H'mm... That is a comlicated one, indeed! It's a weighing of the positives & the negatives, which can at times, prove difficult to do... I wonder if that Administrator has Austism? Would you happen to know? So, in other words, are they trying to be, "self-deprecating?" Because otherwise (& even so) it is in remarkably bad taste. And in my opinion, should be pointed out in a respectful fashion, yet one that educates, and illustrates the dangers that this sort of thing can bring. Of course they won't find it offensive if they're not the butt of the joke, or they don't believe it to be that severe of a "crime." (so in other words, more like a 'misdemeanor,')
I guess at the end of the day, when you are not in a position of power to make that kind of a decision (as to whether or not their name can be changed), then the question you have to ask yourself if the reward of being there, and a member of that community, is worth the risk of whatever harm is caused by the offensive username. Like I said, it's a 'tough-call,' indeed. And one that - in the absence of some productive feedback from the Admin - is going to put you in a difficult spot with which only you can decide best which direction, or how you'd like to navigate it (the decision) - would work best for you & ultimately then. . . Your health.
I guess at the end of the day, when you are not in a position of power to make that kind of a decision (as to whether or not their name can be changed), then the question you have to ask yourself if the reward of being there, and a member of that community, is worth the risk of whatever harm is caused by the offensive username. Like I said, it's a 'tough-call,' indeed. And one that - in the absence of some productive feedback from the Admin - is going to put you in a difficult spot with which only you can decide best which direction, or how you'd like to navigate it (the decision) - would work best for you & ultimately then. . . Your health.
And for the record, and for what it's worth, I don't find the way you've stated it there in your post to be all that offensive at all. That said, you may know best that particular person's given tastes & their temperament. So it may be wise to judge this as accurately as you can, in order to assess if it needs to be dialed in in any specific sort of direction so as to be acceptable to them, when it comes to a question of appropriateness, and not calling into question their authority, or... who knows what else? I'm seriously beginning to question the quality of their ability to use or exercise sound judgement now the more that I think about it. So, I'd say just do the best you can, and let the chips fall where they may. Understanding of course, the ramifications of that decision/or move. Good luck @tearsinmycoffee !
I'm sorry for your sadness and grief and your sister's, @Pebble mouse. To lose one's partner is a terrible thing. I hope the SF community helps you in some way. I hope you and your sister can get some rest, and hugs.
Hugs to everyone who is suffering 
It's not fair that some people have so many burdens, and I hope they lighten for you.
i woke at 4am due to a painful "pinching" sensation in my mid-right abdomen that is new in the last few months. It often wakes me and I am unable to return to sleep, especially if it leads to cramps. Yesterday I went for blood tests (my doc is wondering if I have right-side diverticulitis). I also have a specialist appointment on Friday for another matter but in the same area so who knows if they are related. It's very worrying - but I did have a chat with a good friend yesterday who said I must try not to assume the worst.
Also, I did cut ties with the woman (casual friend) I spoke of a few days ago, and i feel like it's really good to get that drama out of my life. It wasn't just that she took offence to a totally innocuous comment I made to someone else that was in no way directed at her (and wouldn't accept my apology after I said I was sorry even though I had intended no offence) - it's that I've seen her do this with many other people too -she is a touchy, prickly high-drama person and I can't handle it. I will protect my own mental health by paying attention to red flags, and there were several in her behaviour. I discussed the situation with two close friends and my husband, all of whom felt it was the right decision. What a relief to have that drama out of my life. I just told her I'm dealing with health issues (which is true) and need time, and blocked her. I've never just blocked someone before but it's a big relief.
It's not fair that some people have so many burdens, and I hope they lighten for you.i woke at 4am due to a painful "pinching" sensation in my mid-right abdomen that is new in the last few months. It often wakes me and I am unable to return to sleep, especially if it leads to cramps. Yesterday I went for blood tests (my doc is wondering if I have right-side diverticulitis). I also have a specialist appointment on Friday for another matter but in the same area so who knows if they are related. It's very worrying - but I did have a chat with a good friend yesterday who said I must try not to assume the worst.
Also, I did cut ties with the woman (casual friend) I spoke of a few days ago, and i feel like it's really good to get that drama out of my life. It wasn't just that she took offence to a totally innocuous comment I made to someone else that was in no way directed at her (and wouldn't accept my apology after I said I was sorry even though I had intended no offence) - it's that I've seen her do this with many other people too -she is a touchy, prickly high-drama person and I can't handle it. I will protect my own mental health by paying attention to red flags, and there were several in her behaviour. I discussed the situation with two close friends and my husband, all of whom felt it was the right decision. What a relief to have that drama out of my life. I just told her I'm dealing with health issues (which is true) and need time, and blocked her. I've never just blocked someone before but it's a big relief.
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