50+ community Check-in May 18-21, 2020
Happy Monday to everyone in the 50+ community. I hope you all enjoyed your weekend and you are all doing well 
How is your life different today than it was a year ago? How can you be thankful for those changes? If lifes changed for the worst, what are some small things that you can appreciate?
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How is your life different today than it was a year ago?
It's better
How can you be thankful for those changes?
Celebrate them by writing about them and planning a reward for myself
If lifes changed for the worst, what are some small things that you can appreciate?
it's not worse
@Sedtzl1
Nice to hear that life is better than 1 year ago.
I've learned of more resources that I could use. I have better interactions online now than I did a year ago
@HappyDucky8
That's awesome! Good that you benefit from the resources you built up now.
I'm in a lot more emotional pain than ever before. Being stuck because of the stay-at-home order, it has been getting worse and worse by the day. It's hard to remember what day it is now.
I'm thankful that some people care, though I never hear from them, which is what I need the most.
@WharfRat, May you be safe. May you be healthy. May your life be filled with ease. God bless you.
@WharfRat 
. Here is a cup of hot tea for you. Hopes it brightens up your day a little.
@WharfRat
same feeling over here, is sadly one of the consecuences of quarantine, but we have to be strong to keep ourselves safe and the ones we cate about): u are not alone in this
@WharfRat
You are not alone. What helps me is to turn my thinking around. Instead of thinking what I dont have right now, I think of my blessings. I am alive and safe and doing my part to heal the world. Do something special for yourself, give yourself a facial, read a book you have been wanting to start but never had time, learn a new skill, i.e., different language, bake, exercise, go for a walk, connect with friends you haven't talked to in years. You got this, I have faith in you!
@WharfRat
i can definitely identify with you - although I am fortunate that my sister and brother reach out at least once a week. I really miss my volunteer position and the interaction with others.
hugs to you - you can get through this along with the rest of us.
@WharfRat
Isolation is very tough to deal with. I understand very well where you are coming from. Hugs. Hopefully things will change soon 🤞
Btw, could you call those people?
@WharfRat
i understand how you feel. It's a terrible stressful time for me as well you are not alone
finding 7 cups is a blessing
I'm a bit sick of posting
every time I do as step in my growth path I have to post something
@arnoldziffler1
click in try something else?
@arnoldziffler1
Glad to hear that you find support here.
Btw there is a button "Try something else" on your growth path if you do not like to post something that day.
taa@amiablePeace77
@amiablePeace77,
1. My life is better in some ways, like I am always learning and growing because I study things for development of myself as a good person. My life is also worse in some ways, like I have warned a sibling to stop contact with me if he/she cannot show me respect. I probably wont hear from him/her again. Thats hard. I know its for the better but it doesnt make it easy.
2. I am thankful for those things because they mean growth.
3. I can appreciate that I am learning to show myself self-care. I didnt my whole life. I always cared for others first and suffered abuse in silence.
@purpleTree4652
Very sorry to hear about your abuse, it must have been incredibly hard to deal with it all on your own. I am glad that you started doing things which make you feel good. Keep up the good work!
now for another post after doing an exercise
One year ago I was at my lowest low ... health, relationships, anxiety, depression ... Didn't seem like there was any hope in resolving any of them. I'm far from my highest high ... but I am much better than then. The frustrating part is that all of the steps I was taking toward getting out of the house, being more active and reconnecting with people have been halted due to this shut-down. I know I am not alone in that; so I try not to let that get me down more than it has. I'm just thankful to be able to go to sleep at night, and have some kind of desire to work through the next day. I'm also appreciative to have at least found medical options for some lifelong health conditions that are helping on that end.
@Justme1225
Good to hear that you are doing better now. We often take good sleep for granted but it's something which I am very grateful for too, it can change the whole day.
My brother died in a car accident one year ago while we were visiting him and family. We were goi g to scatter my Mun's ashes together as she requested. It was a devasting loss - so being socially isolated is better.
I keep telling myself it can only get better from here - hoping that's true. Struggling with navigating 7 cups I must be the most Duh person around.
No you are not the only one having trouble getting around 7 cups. I've been trying to get in the 50 plus group chat room for over 2 weeks. Have you been able to do that?
@impartialDrum1848
no can't get in - but then again also can't change password as it just gets hung up. Like I said I'm Duh. It's frustrating.
I finally did my member oathnow I know I need oath badge.
@impartialDrum1848. Well done!
@Shyone7834
Very sorry to hear that you are facing difficulties with the site and changing your password. Are you on the phone app or website?
Please check here for group support room requirements:
Kindly let me know if you cannot get into the room after getting the required badges like oath etc.
@Shyone7834
I am sorry for your loss. It hurts when someone you love dies - especially if it happens suddenly like in an accident. Hugs.
There is a lot of information on the site and sometimes it can become a little tricky. Please feel free to message me if you need any information.
A year ago my spouse had a job and I had hope that my life was changing for the better.
@HappyDucky8
This is a quote I like to share with you, hugs
"Don't loose Hope, you never know what tomorrow will bring"
How is your life different today than it was a year ago? Last year at this time my girlfriend was being very difficult. I stuck with her through the whole year, it was worth it.
How can you be thankful for those changes? If lifes changed for the worst, what are some small things that you can appreciate? Life has changed for the better. I suppose the way I was thankful for those changes was by asking her to marry me. She said "Yes".
@Offmytrack
It must have been one of the most beautiful moments if not the most beautiful moment in your life
