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Monday Mental Health Check-In (03.01)
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Good morning and Happy New Year, it’s the first MH check-in of 2022 
I’m not doing too bad, got an assignment to write with a deadline of next Tuesday but have been feeling a lot less anxious. Not sure if it’s because I’m distracted by the work, or because I haven’t had any alcohol for 6 days have reduced my caffeine, possibly it’s a combination of all three. I’ve cut refined sugar out of my diet and am trying to eat better in general so hopefully that will also start to have an effect at some point.
So how does the first week of the new year find you feeling? As always, emoji responses are also welcome x |
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"Good morning and Happy New Year, it’s the first MH check-in of 2022
I’m not doing too bad, got an assignment to write with a deadline of next Tuesday but have been feeling a lot less anxious. Not sure if it’s because I’m distracted by the work, or because I haven’t had any alcohol for 6 days have reduced my caffeine, possibly it’s a combination of all three. I’ve cut refined sugar out of my diet and am trying to eat better in general so hopefully that will also start to have an effect at some point.
So how does the first week of the new year find you feeling? As always, emoji responses are also welcome x"
Sounds positive. Good luck with the assignment. Our week, begins like most weeks... Gym... Then back to work and study! Have a good one! |
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By *hesblokeMan
over a year ago
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After years of being debt free we've only gone and bought a house so the old money worries are rearing their heads.
Going along with that there's concerns about the place and all kinds of jobs that need doing.
Apart from that, things are looking good.
Take care of yourselves, folks. |
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"Good morning and Happy New Year, it’s the first MH check-in of 2022
I’m not doing too bad, got an assignment to write with a deadline of next Tuesday but have been feeling a lot less anxious. Not sure if it’s because I’m distracted by the work, or because I haven’t had any alcohol for 6 days have reduced my caffeine, possibly it’s a combination of all three. I’ve cut refined sugar out of my diet and am trying to eat better in general so hopefully that will also start to have an effect at some point.
So how does the first week of the new year find you feeling? As always, emoji responses are also welcome x"
Sounds like a good start to the year……. Currently feeling pretty chilled as had a few days away from work but that all comes to an end tomorrow and it is back to dealing with the great British public who seem to think I can magic time into the day to accommodate them ahead of all others
Ask again in a week and I may not be in such a good place
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This is the best start to a new year I've had for a very long time. My head is in the best place it's been since I can remember. I'm starting a new job tomorrow and I'm really looking forward to it. Finally next Friday I get the keys to my new place.
The previous 5 years have been the polar opposite, so if you're reading this thinking "if only", don't give up. Your life can change in a moment, you'll have to make some changes yourself and stay as strong as you can be, but YOU CAN get out of that rut.
Good luck everyone with tackling whatever mountain is in your way and I'm always here if you want some random perv to listen to you about anything.  |
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"Good morning and Happy New Year, it’s the first MH check-in of 2022
I’m not doing too bad, got an assignment to write with a deadline of next Tuesday but have been feeling a lot less anxious. Not sure if it’s because I’m distracted by the work, or because I haven’t had any alcohol for 6 days have reduced my caffeine, possibly it’s a combination of all three. I’ve cut refined sugar out of my diet and am trying to eat better in general so hopefully that will also start to have an effect at some point.
So how does the first week of the new year find you feeling? As always, emoji responses are also welcome x
Sounds positive. Good luck with the assignment. Our week, begins like most weeks... Gym... Then back to work and study! Have a good one!"
Thank you! I want to get back to working out, we’ve got all the stuff at home. Hopefully
I’ll be able to make time today. Have a good one yourselves! x |
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"After years of being debt free we've only gone and bought a house so the old money worries are rearing their heads.
Going along with that there's concerns about the place and all kinds of jobs that need doing.
Apart from that, things are looking good.
Take care of yourselves, folks."
I’m sorry you’re feeling anxious about the situation, I guess that’s pretty normal for anybody in your situation but probably more so given you’ve been debt free for a while. It all sounds exciting though! Good luck with it x |
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"Good morning and Happy New Year, it’s the first MH check-in of 2022
I’m not doing too bad, got an assignment to write with a deadline of next Tuesday but have been feeling a lot less anxious. Not sure if it’s because I’m distracted by the work, or because I haven’t had any alcohol for 6 days have reduced my caffeine, possibly it’s a combination of all three. I’ve cut refined sugar out of my diet and am trying to eat better in general so hopefully that will also start to have an effect at some point.
So how does the first week of the new year find you feeling? As always, emoji responses are also welcome x
Sounds like a good start to the year……. Currently feeling pretty chilled as had a few days away from work but that all comes to an end tomorrow and it is back to dealing with the great British public who seem to think I can magic time into the day to accommodate them ahead of all others
Ask again in a week and I may not be in such a good place
C x"
Hoping it all goes smoothly for you! x |
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"This is the best start to a new year I've had for a very long time. My head is in the best place it's been since I can remember. I'm starting a new job tomorrow and I'm really looking forward to it. Finally next Friday I get the keys to my new place.
The previous 5 years have been the polar opposite, so if you're reading this thinking "if only", don't give up. Your life can change in a moment, you'll have to make some changes yourself and stay as strong as you can be, but YOU CAN get out of that rut.
Good luck everyone with tackling whatever mountain is in your way and I'm always here if you want some random perv to listen to you about anything. "
That all sounds very positive! Good luck tomorrow |
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"Okay today, but I could go daft by tomorrow night if on the first day back at work I have to deal with stupidity on the highest level. "
Fingers crossed you don’t have to deal with that, hope your return to work goes ok x |
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So far so good OP. I’ve done 2 bike rides already this year and getting out in the fresh air is doing a world of good for my mood, and health I’m sure. Feeing great about going back to work at the end of the week and feeing positive about the new year  |
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"So far so good OP. I’ve done 2 bike rides already this year and getting out in the fresh air is doing a world of good for my mood, and health I’m sure. Feeing great about going back to work at the end of the week and feeing positive about the new year "
Love this! x |
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over a year ago
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Great to hear your progress OP.
After a pretty boring Christmas and a blip at NY, I think I'm in a good place again. Have kept up with my exercise too so hopefully onwards and upwards....well until work tomorrow anyway  |
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By *eliWoman
over a year ago
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It's not particularly great today. Not sure why. Looking forward to work tomorrow as a distraction. I'm probably going to try and cry it out of my system today as I don't really have anyone to talk to/don't want to burden anyone about it. So cathartic films and music aplenty because maybe that will ease some of it. Even typing it has made me realise I'm being a bit of a numpty. No one needs that.
It's the first time I've posted in this kind of thread I think. No need to reply! Anyway, sending well wishes to you all, I hope things are/continue to be on the up for you.  |
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Sending good wishes your way Meli.
It's back to work time for me tomorrow and I realise it doesn't take much time at all to get out of good patterns of sleep. This last couple of days I have been trying to get back to normal sleep patterns in preparation!
I raised a glass to toast my brother at New Year, gave myself some time to have a little cry and have generally been in a good place since.
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"I am In a sugar withdrawal week so am prepared for the highs and lows after binging over Xmas, with lots of grounding techniques to help me ride it out "
It sounds like you are already making progress |
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"Okay today, but I could go daft by tomorrow night if on the first day back at work I have to deal with stupidity on the highest level.
Fingers crossed you don’t have to deal with that, hope your return to work goes ok x"
Thank you for your well wishes, and all the very best to you for the coming year. |
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By *ost SockMan
over a year ago
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Excellent thread, as always OP.
Nice to hear from people who are doing ok. I don’t mind January at all, but know it can be a tough time for many.
Hope things move the right way for those that aren’t feeling great. |
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"Great to hear your progress OP.
After a pretty boring Christmas and a blip at NY, I think I'm in a good place again. Have kept up with my exercise too so hopefully onwards and upwards....well until work tomorrow anyway "
All sounding positive! |
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"It's not particularly great today. Not sure why. Looking forward to work tomorrow as a distraction. I'm probably going to try and cry it out of my system today as I don't really have anyone to talk to/don't want to burden anyone about it. So cathartic films and music aplenty because maybe that will ease some of it. Even typing it has made me realise I'm being a bit of a numpty. No one needs that.
It's the first time I've posted in this kind of thread I think. No need to reply! Anyway, sending well wishes to you all, I hope things are/continue to be on the up for you. "
Thanks Meli x
Sorry you’re feeling a bit rubbish, you can’t beat a good cathartic cry when you’re down. Don’t try and minimalise your feelings, you’re definitely not being a numpty, emotions are human. Hope you’re feeling a little brighter soon x |
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I am feeling fairly energised, resilient and serene at the moment which is very different to most xmas periods.
I've started exercising again, I'm doing dry January and am kick-starting eating healthily 
So far, so good
Best wishes to others who are struggling |
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"Sending good wishes your way Meli.
It's back to work time for me tomorrow and I realise it doesn't take much time at all to get out of good patterns of sleep. This last couple of days I have been trying to get back to normal sleep patterns in preparation!
I raised a glass to toast my brother at New Year, gave myself some time to have a little cry and have generally been in a good place since.
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Glad you’re feeling better, it’s always a difficult time when we’ve lost loved ones. Hope the return to work goes well x |
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"I am In a sugar withdrawal week so am prepared for the highs and lows after binging over Xmas, with lots of grounding techniques to help me ride it out "
Same! Day 3 here. Done it before so I know there’s light at the end of it, good luck! x |
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"My mental health took a battering over the weekend, after chatting to a friend i decided to ( temporarily) cut ties with the person. See how I feel in a few months "
Sorry to hear that, we’ll done for having the strength to act on it for yourself, it can be a tough thing to do. Hope it helps you to feel better x |
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"Just about back on a even keel now…. Festive period always sends me a little ‘wobbly’ for no rhyme or reason.."
Glad you’re feeling better, I think I’m a bit the same about December. Happy January! |
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"Excellent thread, as always OP.
Nice to hear from people who are doing ok. I don’t mind January at all, but know it can be a tough time for many.
Hope things move the right way for those that aren’t feeling great."
Thank you |
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"I am feeling fairly energised, resilient and serene at the moment which is very different to most xmas periods.
I've started exercising again, I'm doing dry January and am kick-starting eating healthily
So far, so good
Best wishes to others who are struggling "
Excellent news, good for you! x |
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Cheers, hope so.
I think I’m still buzzing from a hilarious evening with some good friends.
It can be an effort to go out and socialise, but this was definitely worth it.
I need to make an effort to keep doing it. |
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"Cheers, hope so.
I think I’m still buzzing from a hilarious evening with some good friends.
It can be an effort to go out and socialise, but this was definitely worth it.
I need to make an effort to keep doing it. "
Oh I definitely get the social wobbles, I agree though, it’s rare that you regret making the effort! |
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Good morning..
My mental health is in a good place at the moment after taking a bit of a battering over the festive break due to getting Covid and spending most of it on my own..
However I’ve done some much needed self care over the the weekend, reset my mindset and started the week on a much more positive note.
Just had a lovely walk and heading to the gym in a bit. I’m doing dry January and practicing mindfulness & meditation.
Fingers crossed I can keep it up.
Sending positive vibes to everyone. |
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"Good morning..
My mental health is in a good place at the moment after taking a bit of a battering over the festive break due to getting Covid and spending most of it on my own..
However I’ve done some much needed self care over the the weekend, reset my mindset and started the week on a much more positive note.
Just had a lovely walk and heading to the gym in a bit. I’m doing dry January and practicing mindfulness & meditation.
Fingers crossed I can keep it up.
Sending positive vibes to everyone. "
It’s good that you know what works for you, that sounds really positive |
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By *o30Woman
over a year ago
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"My mental health took a battering over the weekend, after chatting to a friend i decided to ( temporarily) cut ties with the person. See how I feel in a few months
Sorry to hear that, we’ll done for having the strength to act on it for yourself, it can be a tough thing to do. Hope it helps you to feel better x"
Thank you x
It got yo the point I ended in tears every time i texted them. I couldn't do that anymore.
I hope the time away will help me see if cutting ties completely is best |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Good morning and Happy New Year, it’s the first MH check-in of 2022
I’m not doing too bad, got an assignment to write with a deadline of next Tuesday but have been feeling a lot less anxious. Not sure if it’s because I’m distracted by the work, or because I haven’t had any alcohol for 6 days have reduced my caffeine, possibly it’s a combination of all three. I’ve cut refined sugar out of my diet and am trying to eat better in general so hopefully that will also start to have an effect at some point.
So how does the first week of the new year find you feeling? As always, emoji responses are also welcome x"
aww check you out miss positive and its ice to see people caring ?? |
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"My mental health took a battering over the weekend, after chatting to a friend i decided to ( temporarily) cut ties with the person. See how I feel in a few months
Sorry to hear that, we’ll done for having the strength to act on it for yourself, it can be a tough thing to do. Hope it helps you to feel better x
Thank you x
It got yo the point I ended in tears every time i texted them. I couldn't do that anymore.
I hope the time away will help me see if cutting ties completely is best "
yeh you need to ditch the negative people in your life. They only bring you down |
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By *o30Woman
over a year ago
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"My mental health took a battering over the weekend, after chatting to a friend i decided to ( temporarily) cut ties with the person. See how I feel in a few months
Sorry to hear that, we’ll done for having the strength to act on it for yourself, it can be a tough thing to do. Hope it helps you to feel better x
Thank you x
It got yo the point I ended in tears every time i texted them. I couldn't do that anymore.
I hope the time away will help me see if cutting ties completely is best yeh you need to ditch the negative people in your life. They only bring you down "
He was good in bed though haha.
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Mentally im fine
This year i want to feel not so crushed by work cause the past two ruins my mental health cause of them been wrecked. Yes its work but when they triple ya stuff, ya only human.
I did have a breakdown cry once about it, but fine now. Never wanna go down that path.
Physically… i should have gone for a run at 8am but i slept in! |
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By *o30Woman
over a year ago
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"Mentally im fine
This year i want to feel not so crushed by work cause the past two ruins my mental health cause of them been wrecked. Yes its work but when they triple ya stuff, ya only human.
I did have a breakdown cry once about it, but fine now. Never wanna go down that path.
Physically… i should have gone for a run at 8am but i slept in! "
I found work causes me to be worse.
Try booking a few days off, even if you stay at home. Its a break from the pressure |
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"My mental health took a battering over the weekend, after chatting to a friend i decided to ( temporarily) cut ties with the person. See how I feel in a few months
Sorry to hear that, we’ll done for having the strength to act on it for yourself, it can be a tough thing to do. Hope it helps you to feel better x
Thank you x
It got yo the point I ended in tears every time i texted them. I couldn't do that anymore.
I hope the time away will help me see if cutting ties completely is best yeh you need to ditch the negative people in your life. They only bring you down
He was good in bed though haha.
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well find someone else who's good in bed. But who doesn't make your eyes wet |
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"Good morning and Happy New Year, it’s the first MH check-in of 2022
I’m not doing too bad, got an assignment to write with a deadline of next Tuesday but have been feeling a lot less anxious. Not sure if it’s because I’m distracted by the work, or because I haven’t had any alcohol for 6 days have reduced my caffeine, possibly it’s a combination of all three. I’ve cut refined sugar out of my diet and am trying to eat better in general so hopefully that will also start to have an effect at some point.
So how does the first week of the new year find you feeling? As always, emoji responses are also welcome xaww check you out miss positive and its ice to see people caring ??"
It’s just a relief to get up in a morning and not have to start dealing with the physical sensations of anxiety! And I agree, it rebalances the often depressing world view to see a bit of care and consideration for others |
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"Mentally im fine
This year i want to feel not so crushed by work cause the past two ruins my mental health cause of them been wrecked. Yes its work but when they triple ya stuff, ya only human.
I did have a breakdown cry once about it, but fine now. Never wanna go down that path.
Physically… i should have gone for a run at 8am but i slept in! "
People spend a lot of time at work, never underestimate the effect it has on you, it’s completely valid! Hopefully you can find somebody to talk to about any challenging moments that come up.
You obviously needed the sleep x |
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"All good here I will be glad getting back to a normal healthy eating regime after the Christmas excess 
Good to hear! Good luck with back to normality "
Thank you
How are you doing? |
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"All good here I will be glad getting back to a normal healthy eating regime after the Christmas excess
Good to hear! Good luck with back to normality
Thank you
How are you doing?"
Aside from the crippling procrastination over this essay, I’m great |
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"All good here I will be glad getting back to a normal healthy eating regime after the Christmas excess
Good to hear! Good luck with back to normality
Thank you
How are you doing?
Aside from the crippling procrastination over this essay, I’m great "
Good just do a bit each day |
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