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Christmas hugs thread.
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Hey Everyone :wave:
As Christmas is fast approaching, we know that for some people Christmas may be a difficult time, so we wanted to start this thread so that people can post for support or even just a *hug* and that as a whole community we can be there for each other. This is your space.
We want you guys to have support over the festive period, and know that you're not alone.
TheSite is a safe and confidential space for you.
There are people who care and want you to feel safe and supported :thumb:
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I'm doing alright.
It can be hard when we're in a familiar context we associate with drinking.. what do you think you could do to help you cope tomorrow?
Maybe make sure you have some tasty alternatives like tasty juices or soft drinks so you can feel you're having a treat as well. Or perhaps give yourself a limit for the day and pace your drinks for key times of the day.
It's not easy but your awareness of what's going on for you this year will help too. Big hug *hug*
And do use this thread when you need to over Christmas everyone
Sending you big *hug*s
You can get through this, you're strong and you can get through this, I am here for you
I really wish there was something more I could do or say to help, but you know we are here for you, and you know where I am if you need a chat or a virtual hug. Sending you love and hugs
Big hugs *hug*
Here to listen if you want to talk
Thank you, I shouldn't have posted. I actually didn't want to use this thread for myself, but yeah.. Pretty upset. I'll be okay.
Big *hug* s
I know how difficult it is facing your first Christmas without a loved one, like many people I've been there too. I can really empathise, hope your okay
PS. It's a great idea that you made this thread and we can all get the benefit from it, including yourself
Oh and of course merry Christmas!
Thank you so much apandav
Your words mean so much.
I'm okay which I am surprised about, I guess I was more upset yesterday, I can't really explain it. Like I know my Nanna is safe now, she isn't in any more pain, and I know how much my Nanna loved Christmas, and trying to remember the positive times we've had.
I hope your okay too *hug*s
Thanks *BananaMonkey*
I completely understand, keep posting if you feel it would help *hug*
I feel I often need my space, yet I feel guilty for going upstairs to my room- I just need alone time. I do love my family (despite everything) and want to spend time with them, though I don't feel I can sit with them the full day!
I just think yeah Christmas is nice and all but sadly reality hits- doesn't solve my problems!
Oh well I need to try and make the most of it- its only one day! I'm sad to say its going in slow, but I'm trying to stay busy- helped mum with the dinner, did a page of my new colouring in book and now spending some time on thesite!
Sending *hug* s hope you feel better soon
Also was looking forward to having someone else to make conversation, its just me, my mum and dad. My gran too, she has dementia so its difficult for her to make conversation, its hard to explain
Plus feel like a shit daughter for spending time up in my room, but yeah just not up for it!
Sending you *hug*s hope your okay
Thank you, I feel loads better now. Had like a 2 hour nap.
Sending you *hug*s We are here for you. Wanna chat about anything?
Some friends are affected too.