*big hugs* I'm so sorry you've been having a hard time. Let's face it - you *are* in a stressful situation right now - you were caught by surprise by all of this. You've endured pain and having your plans dashed and now you're looking at all kinds of uncertainty. Of course you're depressed - you wouldn't be human if you weren't.
I think the best thing you can do for yourself is to have a constructive activity everyday - even if it is as simple as organizing a few drawers in the kitchen or reading a chapter of a textbook or memorizing a poem. The second thing is to talk about your feelings to someone you trust. It does help to let these feelings out - including any anger you have at your condition. *more hugs* Hang in there. Better things will come for you.
*HUGS* I'm so sorry. Your situation right now completely STINKS and you have every right to be upset and depressed about it. I have been praying for you and will continue to do so.
As far as the medical bills go, does your church or denomination have funds to help with that sort of thing? That might be another avenue of help to look into . . .
I have not forgotten your gift for the "make me" meme. I didn't send it when I heard you were in the hospital, but I will send it along very shortly as it might help stave off boredom. If not, at very least you will have some mail that isn't a bill.
Suddenly I find myself wishing I weren't 9+ hours away...author_by_nightJanuary 18 2010, 21:54:11 UTC
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I think how you feel is normal. You also finally got to be on your own, and had it taken away - that must be difficult.
You're going to go back, though. Just remember that - think of this as a test. You're going to go back. :)
Have you tried going for walks or other forms of exercise, as best you can with your Crohns? That actually helps relieve stress and anxiety. You might also want to try writing more. I love reading and watching movies, but that doesn't necessarily take your mind away from anything the same way having to focus on something does.
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I think the best thing you can do for yourself is to have a constructive activity everyday - even if it is as simple as organizing a few drawers in the kitchen or reading a chapter of a textbook or memorizing a poem. The second thing is to talk about your feelings to someone you trust. It does help to let these feelings out - including any anger you have at your condition. *more hugs* Hang in there. Better things will come for you.
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As far as the medical bills go, does your church or denomination have funds to help with that sort of thing? That might be another avenue of help to look into . . .
I have not forgotten your gift for the "make me" meme. I didn't send it when I heard you were in the hospital, but I will send it along very shortly as it might help stave off boredom. If not, at very least you will have some mail that isn't a bill.
*HUGE, TIGHT, NON-PAINFUL HUGS*
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I think how you feel is normal. You also finally got to be on your own, and had it taken away - that must be difficult.
You're going to go back, though. Just remember that - think of this as a test. You're going to go back. :)
Have you tried going for walks or other forms of exercise, as best you can with your Crohns? That actually helps relieve stress and anxiety. You might also want to try writing more. I love reading and watching movies, but that doesn't necessarily take your mind away from anything the same way having to focus on something does.
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