Tears

[izmo]

Today, I just don't feel so good. I feel like I do try hard and no matter what, I'm a loser (that's how I feel right now). I cry, because I feel so tired and exhausted, I don't know why I'm putting it here.. Just wanted to reach out.

What do you do when you feel this tired?

 

[Introspective]

Hey @izmo Glad you're reaching out. I'm sorry you're having a hard day. You're tired and exhausted for a reason, and you probably need to cry and rest. Try and have compassion for yourself. You are not a loser, even if you feel like one. You try your best, you probably work harder than most people. You don't have to work hard all the time.

When I have days like this, I just need to cry. I try not to think too much, and not to let what I'm feeling here and now decide how I'm feeling about anything. I just let myself cry and lay down, I put the carpet around me and allow myself to feel the way I'm feeling. And I reach out to feel less alone. Like you did now.

Maybe you don't have to try so hard? Maybe you are trying too hard, that you're body is telling you to calm down and take care of yourself.

It's okay to be tired and exhausted. Rest. Cry. Your body is telling you it needs to rest.

Warm thoughts and a hug to you if you want one.

 

[ill]

Usually when I'm having days like this it means I need to take a step back and give myself a whole lot of love and self-care. For me, that usually means letting myself feel bad without beating myself up about it, watching something I enjoy, taking a bath, eating something delicious, etc. Basically, when I'm this tired, I let myself rest. Having PTSD is taxing, trying to work through it to get better is taxing, and it's okay to need - and take - a break.

 

[kahlan]

Today I'm feeling pretty much like you are. I think I'm just going to not get out of bed today and let it just happen.

 

[izmo]

Thank you all for the responses, I have been crying a lot.

 

[Samantha_38]

I felt the same way yesterday. I'm a little better today. At least I'm getting a few things done. Hope you feel better soon.

 

[duff]

I usually just let myself cry! I have allowed myself to become a champion crier. And, I sleep. I sleep as much as I possibly can. It's so hard! But caring for yourself and listening to your body and being relentless to get what you need are the best ways I know to find a space that has a bit more sunshine.