Black clouds.

desamnik

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Jan 14, 2005
We have had a series of bad luck, over the past 8 or 9 months. Every time I think things have got to start going better, we get hit with something else.

It has been every thing from sudden death of a young close friend, to car accidents, to our house getting hit by a hurricane, to getting laid off. Unfortunately, there is even more than the things listed.

I'm not looking for sympathy, it's life. Each problem you try and resolve and move on. The frequency of these not so small problems is what is getting to me.

What I am feeling now is just a fear, like what is next? How do you handle life's toughest situations? I feel like someone has a voodoo doll and is hexing us or something! We've had a pretty easy time of it until this past year. I need coping skills.
 
Hoping the weather patterns change and the jet stream carries away those clouds very soon.

Best of luck to you.
 
We have had a series of bad luck, over the past 8 or 9 months. Every time I think things have got to start going better, we get hit with something else.

It has been every thing from sudden death of a young close friend, to car accidents, to our house getting hit by a hurricane, to getting laid off. Unfortunately, there is even more than the things listed.

I'm not looking for sympathy, it's life. Each problem you try and resolve and move on. The frequency of these not so small problems is what is getting to me.

What I am feeling now is just a fear, like what is next? How do you handle life's toughest situations? I feel like someone has a voodoo doll and is hexing us or something! We've had a pretty easy time of it until this past year. I need coping skills.
I'm sorry. We've been going through an incredibly stressful situation, too, the last six months. I also wake up each day wondering what is going to happen today? Fortunately, I have my husband, who has been amazing and one of my other coping skills is we are going to therapy together to deal with our situation. It is helpful.

Another coping skill is self-care. Reading a book, pedicure, massage, going for a walk, meeting/talking to a friend, going to a coffee shop for a bit, window shopping at the mall, organizing our house, etc. Things that allow me to focus on something else for a little bit.
 
Like you said, this is life. What you can do is something I do every day - start the day off with listing, thinking about or saying out loud everything you are thankful for. Puts things in perspective!

Wishing better days ahead!
 


I'm sorry you've had some major life challenges. I am no expert in dealing with things though I've had to deal with some similar issues. Coping skills are different for everyone. I would say if you can reach out a therapist that deals with trauma counseling as they can help you on a person level to give you the best skills.
 
Ugh those storm clouds are the very worst!
One day at a time. It’s so hard. We’ve had a rough few years and two in particular stand out really badly. This year isn’t going too well and I’m praying it settles down over the summer. I need some calmness.
I did find a lot of therapy in running alone. Found my worse days were my best runs because I could run out my frustrations. I hope you can find something that’s helpful!
 
Hoping things turn around soon, desamnk. :hug:'s After every storm, it is sunny again. And very often, rainbows. We've been there before, may again some day. You'll see. Push ahead, it gets better, trust me. IN the meantime, you and family are in my prayers, good wishes, as are all here having a tough time. :hug:'s
 


Very sorry you're dealing with this, OP. I think everyone goes through this season of life. Sometimes more than once.

But from the sounds of it, it sounds like you and your immediate family still have your health. Cars and houses can be repaired or replaced. Lay-offs are overcome by finding new jobs and opportunities (better ones, in my own experience). But I have found when health starts to decline, that's the hardest thing to get past and carry on with every day. So hopefully you can find some positivity but being grateful for this, if it is the case.

Best wishes to you that your luck turns around quickly!
 

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