A little sign that I might be getting a bit better

[Siwsan]

One of the first BIG signs that I needed help was me losing a lot of my self confidence. That just fed the anxiety and depression issues and it's been an ongoing battle. I was fearless and now I'm feeling some of the confidence returning.

Example: I needed to buy a new lawn tractor. The 'original' me would have no issues with that. After all, I've been pretty adventurous, up until the last 10 years. The 'broken' me would have needed someone to go with me and help me decide on what to buy. Actually, they would have done the choosing. The 'hopefully recovering myself' me started researching and then checking out the potential fits for my need. Yesterday I bought a nice one. All by myself. It was dropped off, this morning, and I immediately started doubting I could figure out how to get it up and running.

Then I kicked myself in the ass, started reading the operating manual and familiarizing myself with the bits and bobs that makes it run. And guess what - I DID IT, ALL BY MYSELF!! As soon as the dew dries from the grass I'll head out and get started on the mowing.

So I'm feeling pretty chuffed with myself. I have a therapy appointment on Monday and I know this update will be very well received.

[SuzyandPuffpuff]

1. Congrats

Baby steps and baby accomplishments really make Yu feel better. Been there done that. Good for you

[wyn borkins]

2. Improvement

Might be less than you had hoped

But improvement just the same

I wish you well this day

And all days forward

Sincerely, Wyn

[LoisB]

3. Good for you.

[SheltieLover]

4. You are extremely competent & capable. Glad you are realizing it!

[3catwoman3]

5. Good on you!

When I have read various of your posts about the many, many things you accomplish by yourself, I have been most impressed.

[Grey5]

6. This is Wonderful..!

It becomes fun building on your successes and gaining strength in all you do.
Hugs and best wishes.

[EverHopeful]

7. Congratulations!

And don't forget to appreciate the joy you bring here with your posts about the kid cats. That's an accomplishment many of us can't claim. Spreading joy is not a skill everyone has and it's much needed these days.

[2naSalit]

8. Well done!

I suffer from that as well and some days I get nothing done due to self doubt about something connected to the things I need to do.

Glad you pushed through it!

[littlemissmartypants]

9. A great example for us all to persevere and keep the faith.

Well done, Siwsan.

Stay encouraged. We love you. ❤️

[patphil]

10. My daughter had a long struggle with loss of self confidence.

She fought her way through it, and now has a good, challenging job that she complains about, but actually loves.
What I saw from her experiences is how hard it is to take those first few steps, but how satisfying it is when you do it and discover you can do even more.
There's joy in that discovery. I'm confident you'll also come to that realization.

[twodogsbarking]

11. Feeling better when you couldn't even feel for a long time is a new experience. Stay well.We all have a party to attend.

[joanbarnes]

12. With every setback I remind myself the only way forward is through.......

[ms.pamela]

13. Great step forward

First steps back are usually the hardest, but you accomplished a complicated task all on your own. I am proud of you Siwsan.