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Those signs..

Magpie22 Peer Guide

Those signs..

Hey all,

hope you are all doing ok.

I realised recently that some of my anxiety was starting to build up again and when I thought about it - I realised there were signs there before I knew it. It’s only looking back that I understand.

Things like letting my personal care slip - only showering if I’m leaving the house. And I put my gym membership on hold. I also have been escaping into games like Candy Crush on my phone because it stops me having to think about things. These things happen without me really thinking about it and only later do I see the patterns. Or maybe I’m not ready to recognise it.

Do you have early warning signs?

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wonderingalice1 Moderator

Re: Those signs..

Hi @Magpie22

Thank you for sharing.

What you've shared makes a lot of sense, it can be easier to recognise those sign when we look back, and at the time it can be difficult to notice them when we are living through it in the day to day.

I appreciate you sharing the signs and patterns you've noticed yourself. Sometimes noticing these signs can be a way to check in with ourselves, connect with what we might need or supports we might lean on.

I imagine what you've said will resonate with the community, and they will also share their experiences. I hope you find connection, shared understanding and support in this space, we are here alongside you.

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