Hide Away

This morning, I saw an HCA I haven't seen since before I went into hospital. It was nice to see her because she was so happy to see me looking more well. I had bloods which I'm not bothered about and weight which I'm attempting to rationalise. I also had a successful trip to the vets with Lucky which is a relief.

Apart from that it's been one of those days where my mood is lowww, my anxiety is sky high, my ability to cope with change is slim, frustration is making itself known, the day drags onandon and I just want to hide away/go to sleep.

[Anne]

This is a very evocative image Naomi, glad you met a friendly face when you had your hospital appointment. Do something that relaxes you - and enjoy it. Chin up, lots of people on here support you

[Helen Jane]

Hey - you are only a few days out of hospital - there is bound to be a sticky patch after the initial high. I hope you are being kind to yourself and your body and not expecting too much. Maybe it is just a one hour at a time sort of day. It really is great to have you back here Naomi - thanks for posting - even when you feel low and anxious.

[Saxa van Eijnsbergen]

Lucky will give you a cuddle :-) Very poignant image.

[kali]

sometimes you just have to curl up in a ball and let it pass x

[Pyrrhula]

It takes time you need to give it. Great mody shot.

[Padlock]

Well my advice is gently gone yourself a pat on the back for being you. Wrap both arms around you and hug- yep that is you feeling the comfort. Look for your shoes and take yourself off to grab a picture of something ridiculous. When I wasn’t feeling at my best I used to take photographs of door knockers- got some strange looks and greetings. Gently raise chin, breath in breath out and enjoy the feeling. Be good and kind to yourself.

[Lin]

Well done in black and white - sending good thoughts your way ♥

[Gina Rieck]

Powerful image Naomi.

[Naomi]

@365anne Thank you - I played with my cat!
@helenhall Thank you - I do keep expecting a lot
of myself
@overalvandaan she stroked my face until I fell asleep last night

[Naomi]

@kali66 Very true x
@pyrrhula Thank you x
@padlock I love this. Thank you x
@linnypinny Thank you so much x
@gmonty Thank you. I'm glad it came across that way x

[Kathy A]

One day at a time Naomi, its only early days post discharge from hospital.

[Ann H. LeFevre]

It's hard to face that first low after the initial high of release. I think we sometimes base success on the highs when in reality success is moving through all different kinds of days but not going back to the old habits. Oftentimes we're better off relaxing some of our expectations but not loosing all of them. Hang in there- things will turn around. I like this shot- so many of us feel the same but maybe for different reasons.