50+ community Weekend Check-in March 26-28, 2021
Hello everyone, I hope you're all having a good day 
How are things going at the moment?
Do you feel you have enough support or are you struggling with something?
Here is a link to a meditation about "Find Peace of Mind" https://youtu.be/xXYFNmFb6zY
What were the strongest feelings you had whilst listening to this meditation? What did you notice changed before and after listening?
Please come back and share your experience about this mindful walk with us.
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@amiablePeace77
1. How are things going at the moment?
My evening meds have kicked in so I feel relaxed. But I also feel like I might be coming down with something. I’m a little concerned.
2. Do you feel you have enough support or are you struggling with something?
No, I don’t have nearly enough support, but I also don’t have the time to get more support. I am working 6 days per week.
3. What were the strongest feelings you had whilst listening to this meditation? What did you notice changed before and after listening? Please come back and share your experience about this mindful walk with us.
I didn’t listen to the meditation. I’m glad I can meditate almost every day on my own. That will have to suffice.
@purpleTree4652
It's a tricky time of the year, so many people come down with a cold, hope it's nothing else - sending you strong healing beams.
It must be tough being always on the go and not having the time to care for yourself. I am glad though that you find relief in your daily meditation but hope that you will be able to reach out and get the support you need in future. We are here for you 💙
How are things going at the moment?
They could be a lot worse. I have a home, food, etc. I wish I had companionship, at least for a little while each day. I wish I had someone to hug.
Do you feel you have enough support or are you struggling with something?
I could use more moral support. I've reached out to several people, but most don't have the time. It seems like it would take them only a few minutes to text me, message me, etc., and that would do so much for me, but they can't do that. When it comes to therapy, I wish I could get into the nuts and bolts of the abuse with someone, just for the relief, for getting it off my shoulders, but I don't know if I can do that with anyone, if it would be okay with them.
@WharfRat I am glad to hear you expressed gratitude first. For me that helps me see the half of the glass that is full.
Finding companionship in the midst of the pandemic is difficult for all of us.
I hear your need to want to get into the abuse. If you are interested in a paid program, the 7cups online therapy lets you write as much as you like to your therapist. The FAQ about it is here https://help.7cups.com/hc/en-us/categories/360001799094-Online-Therapy
and other Q&As are here https://www.7cups.com/forum/7CupsOnlineTherapy_157/FAQfrequentlyaskedquestionsabout7cupsOnlineTherapy_2181/FAQCouldtherapyhelpmeQuestionsbymemberswithanswersby7cupsOnlineTherapists_241040/
If you are looking for free offerings that can help someone cope, these may be of interest:
You can browse for a listener. https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/.
You may also find the discussions helpful https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php
There are also self help guides: https://www.7cups.com/supportGuides/selfHelpGuides.php
Some people find that mindfulness helps them cope. The video Resource Library is available also at https://www.7cups.com/forum/MindfulnessSupportCommunity_106/ResourceLibrary_1062/
All the best to you.
@soulsings
Thank You
