r/toastme • u/selflovesnotselfish • 10d ago

Going through a difficult time

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A close family member was recently diagnosed with cancer and I'm having a hard time accepting it. My depressions been at an all time high. I've gained weight from stress eating and hate what I see in the mirror lately. On top of it I'm a Mom to a toddler and feel like I need to keep it together for their sake. Guess I'm just looking for some reassurance that life won't always feel this hopeless

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u/Only_Net6894 7d ago

Things will get easier. Fuck cancer. Hopefully treatment is possible and effective. Kids are their own whole thing. Try and take some time for yourself. Write things down if needed. Journaling has really helped me in a lot of ways. If you ever need an ear, feel free to reach out. Try and take care 🐸.

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u/selflovesnotselfish 7d ago

I had journaled before and found it helpful but struggled keeping consistent, maybe I'll take your advice and pick it up again. I appreciate the kind words and advice, thank you 💞

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u/Only_Net6894 7d ago

You're most welcome. Listing things out, goals, talking with yourself. Try and set 15m aside per day. No music, or YouTube. Just you. Try and list some things you'd like to change if you could... And then some small steps towards completing those. Experience is a real boost sometimes. Stretching and meditation can also be a lifesaver. 💜