I think I need to try some new things to keep me distracted. These last few weeks have been really amazing but also really really hard. So I am turning to all my friends for some advice on what you do to help lift your spirits. Thanks-- I love you ALL!!
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I watch a feel good movie - one I really liked was Under the Tuscan Sun for some reason haha. I also dance around to loud, blasting, good music. I also window shop and say hi to everyone I see while smiling. I list out all my blessings & talents. I get started on something from my '100 things I want to do before I die' list. You could throw a small get together for new friends and indulge yourselves. If possible you could read a good book (I like generally just getting lost in other things haha). Reconnect with your inner child - finger paint and watch Disney movies and eat with your hands. Idk if any of that helps lol but most of it works for me
I move back to Logan. ;)
Oh, and go to a USU basketball game. :)
Listen to conference talks. Somebody always says exactly what I need to hear!
get outside myself and do some service. do yoga. look back and see past tough times in my life and how they've turned out okay, that the Lord has guided me. i talk to someone who knows how i feel. cry. listen to hymns. fight hard to focus on positive thoughts rather than on what's dragging down.
Cleaning the house and exercise always help me feel better.
make something crafty, take lessons to learn a new trade (sewing, dancing), join a club sports team. I hope you feel better soon. THings always get better. I love you!
YOu already do what I do. I exercise. I also like what Sarah said... do service. You are so good at baking. Take a loaf of bread to someone. Or call the Relief Society President in your area. I bet she would love to have you help with a woman in the ward. You are amazing Cami! Keep pushing through.
I like to go to the temple. It helps me clear my head and gain some perspective. You truly are amazing, Cami. I love you!
I try to do something that makes me feel more confident and good about myself... in my case its practicing my music. I dont know why but it always makes me feel better when Im having a tough day- gets my mind in a more positive way of thinking. So maybe try choosing a hobby that you are good at and that makes you feel more confident. and do it everyday. also prayer. I know He listens. hope this helps. and hope things get better for you!
I can see why you would be feeling this way after moving, leaving your job, and just playing the waiting game for a while. ESPECIALLY since you guys were always on the go before. So sorry. I think the key is to just constantly find ways to NOT think about yourself and your situation right now. Go do something for someone else, make your family dinner, take Abby to the zoo, go see an old friend. I LOVE Courtney's posting b/c it's so great to just take a moment and ENJOY EVERYTHING around you, especially the little things. Maybe see if there is a special needs school around that you could go volunteer at, since that is your career field. I think you are so used to putting your heart and soul into so many who need you and it's hard to be here and not "feel" needed like you used to. Hang in there. Hopefully your new job will start soon and you will be back on track! I'll be praying for you!
ps- I think a crazy round of BONANZA would help you feel better too!!!!!
I start spending a few minutes each night writing down the things I am grateful for. I visit friends that are waiting to see me and catch up! (wink) Often I cry to my husband and talk things out and once I have verbalized it and discussed it, it helps me process it so I can feel better about it.
when we were trying to get pregnant and couldn't, we planned a cruise and it took my mind off of everything and I had something to look forward to. Now when you can't go on a cruise, just try to plan something on the weekends to give you something to look forward to. Otherwise, shopping usually does the trick.
When I feel down, I try to go help somebody else. Because even though maybe my day is terrible or something negative is happening in MY life, I can help somebody else to not have that kind of day. It kind of gives me hope that one day some random person that I don't know will do the same for me.
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