Someone told me, years ago now, "Its not nice to should on yourself." I still do it and sometimes it take a very long time to see it but I joping I am not as shouldy as I once was.
September has been an especially hellish month for me. I moved in July, which was really positive, but still trying to find time to unpack, plus my insurance changed in August and it took me 6 weeks to sort it all out. In addition to being concerned about my coverage the cognitive issues and fatigue caused by my cancer meds makes me feel stupid and lethargic. The good part is, that I finally realized that I need help. I cant keep trying to do this alone. Caring for my kitty, my home, and myself with a stage 4 cancer cancer cant be done alone. So, I found and hired a nurse case manager to help. I was so relieved after we talked I cried with relief. Its been almost three years since my diagnosis plus living in an abusive relationship. The other great thing about September and burnout is that I am now on an enforced social media blackout from friday evening to Sunday evening. Time to unpack and decorate, spend extra time with my kitty, listen to what I want and just rest. It has been really helpful for my heart and soul. The kitty loves it too. 🐾😸❤️🦋🦫
Joyce, thank you for being so real about what you’re going through. It sounds like you’ve had a tough stretch, but also some really important breakthroughs. Asking for help takes courage, and I’m glad you did — no one should have to face all that alone. I love that you’re carving out quiet time for yourself and your kitty. That kind of rest and care matters more than anything right now. ❤️🐾
You go girl! Self care is central to survival and good care management can be a life saver. So grateful for fur friends as well-they have helped my sanity in dark moments 🥰😻
Someone told me, years ago now, "Its not nice to should on yourself." I still do it and sometimes it take a very long time to see it but I joping I am not as shouldy as I once was.
September has been an especially hellish month for me. I moved in July, which was really positive, but still trying to find time to unpack, plus my insurance changed in August and it took me 6 weeks to sort it all out. In addition to being concerned about my coverage the cognitive issues and fatigue caused by my cancer meds makes me feel stupid and lethargic. The good part is, that I finally realized that I need help. I cant keep trying to do this alone. Caring for my kitty, my home, and myself with a stage 4 cancer cancer cant be done alone. So, I found and hired a nurse case manager to help. I was so relieved after we talked I cried with relief. Its been almost three years since my diagnosis plus living in an abusive relationship. The other great thing about September and burnout is that I am now on an enforced social media blackout from friday evening to Sunday evening. Time to unpack and decorate, spend extra time with my kitty, listen to what I want and just rest. It has been really helpful for my heart and soul. The kitty loves it too. 🐾😸❤️🦋🦫
Joyce, thank you for being so real about what you’re going through. It sounds like you’ve had a tough stretch, but also some really important breakthroughs. Asking for help takes courage, and I’m glad you did — no one should have to face all that alone. I love that you’re carving out quiet time for yourself and your kitty. That kind of rest and care matters more than anything right now. ❤️🐾
You go girl! Self care is central to survival and good care management can be a life saver. So grateful for fur friends as well-they have helped my sanity in dark moments 🥰😻