I can't live like this.

[SeverusSnape1]

Just as my MH started recovering the last few months by traveling, going to the gym, going to restaurants, cinema etc. ALL of that is now taken away from me. Not only that, but I am now absolutely terrified that a loved one will do something to himself as he was only hanging on by the thread of gyms being open.

I can't go on.

So sorry to hear this. Take care x

I'm sorry to hear this too OP. It truly is a rubbish time. Try and take one day at a time. Get outside as many pp have said. Even a walk in the rain and a hot shower and tea can help recharge your soul. Limit the news. And reach out to someone for help. We are all here too 💕

Will you and your loved one be able to get outside for exercise, fresh air? Do you have waterproofs? Now would be a good time to try and get them if not. It sounds like you're someone who struggles when you don't manage to get out of the house.

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Please reach help for some support OP. I don't think gyms should close, many have made a lot of changes to make it 'covid safe', and for many they are a sanctuary and do wonders for both physical and mental health. Hopefully bojo will see sense.

If lockdown = suicide, then don't do lockdown. Go out as you need, when you need.

If lockdown is to save lives, you life matters too, so save your life. An exemption to lockdown is to provide care or to escape from danger or injury. Preventing you suicide or that of another person fits this defintion perfectly. Look after yourself.

@SeverusSnape1 how are you this morning? Still very overwhelmed here. Not a fan of anything Zoom related here either.

Are you able to let someone in rl know how you're feeling?

I get it , I’ve had those thoughts , although for very different reasons. Things that got me through;
Establishing a routine which includes 20/ 30 mins of exercise a day, I started with stretching exercises I found on you tube and then added different exercises.Journaling, keeping a daily a log of my thoughts, this really helped me clear my head. Weekly or monthly treats, be that a new top, piece of cake , a new book. Talking to family and friends online, or phone calls. Limiting how much news I read/ watch. And getting fresh air.. sounds simple but just going to the park or garden did wonders.

FFS SoloMummy is it actually beyond your thinking that some people don’t have loved ones and family, friends? Those ‘paid experiences’ can enrich an otherwise lonely life. Expand your mind and your empathy.

If only life was that simple SoloMummy..

Would it be an option for you and loved one to do a gym routine together in a nearby outdoor gym? This is presuming you live close enough to meet up as long as you have some distance between you. Take a flask of tea.

@CoronaIsWatching

Just hibernate

Stupid and insensitive comment.

@CoronaIsWatching

Just hibernate

I can hibernate my foot up your ass

@SeverusSnape1 that comment Madame me lol

@PicsInRed

If lockdown = suicide, then don't do lockdown. Go out as you need, when you need.

If lockdown is to save lives, you life matters too, so save your life. An exemption to lockdown is to provide care or to escape from danger or injury. Preventing you suicide or that of another person fits this defintion perfectly. Look after yourself.

This.

Your life matters. Go and see your friend who is also struggling (and anyone else you need to).

Mental health is important. You're important. Look after yourself

[quote dollychopss]@SeverusSnape1 that comment Madame me lol [/quote]
Thank you, at least I made someone laugh!

[quote mrsdiddlydoo]@SeverusSnape1 how are you this morning? Still very overwhelmed here. Not a fan of anything Zoom related here either.

Are you able to let someone in rl know how you're feeling? [/quote]
Still shit. Wish I didn't open this thread to be honest, because all these suggestions of watch a tv show/do zoom exercise class are making it worse. My point was precisely that I can't live with only staring at a screen 24/7 with no end in sight (no, I don't believe it will end in a month)....

But I understand people are trying to help. Yes, I shared with friends and they say they are here for me but there is not much they can do tbh.

Where are you OP? If you are near Bath/Bradford on Avon I’m happy to meet for a walk sometime.