September/October Mental Health Challenge

[indysteel]

I'm going to yoga tonight, which for me is always a big +10. Even when I have to cut nearly everything else out of my schedule, I try to make it to my mat. Plus, it helps me sleep like a baby, so that's another +5.

So far, the week's going well. I don't feel nearly as crazed as I did last week. I took the kitties to the vet last night (have I shared that we have a new kitten?). They're both doing well. I'm in love with the kitten; she is bringing me much joy at the moment. I can't imagine life without pets. They are my calming influence. So, I'm going to take another +5 for them.

DH and I leave on Saturday for a much needed trip vacation. We're spending five nights in Oregon. Two in Cannon Beach and three in Portland (from there we're doing some hikign). I am so excited about seeing the ocean. It's been a long time since I've walked on a beach.

It's been a long year. In some ways, it was one of the best ever. In other ways, it was one of the hardest. I look forward to a chance to reflect on it with DH on our trip.

[malkin]

+5 I made simple and direct statements in the middle of a $@#^ storm.

+5 I also made playdough with kids.

I liked the playdough better.

[redrhodie]

Things got worse after the eclair, but I'm not pointing any fingers. A certain kitty broke my '50s lamp. I'm okay with that, I can even fix the shade, but it was a cfl bulb, and it shattered. I swept it right up, then did what I should have done first, looked up what to do if you break one. Turns out you're not supposed to sweep it up. Oh, well.

I then followed the recommended procedures, followed by a Karen Silkwood bath. I even washed Twiggy's paws, just in case. Slept okay, but not good enough for points.

Today, fun rides, and helpful people. +5. Work was a -5. I don't handle criticism well.

[jelee1311]

Indysteele have you been to oregon before?I live in vancouver,wa we are supposed to have great weather this weekend so hopefully it will be sunny for you. Cannon Beach is one of favorite places in Oregon. Lots to do in pdx this weekend,Saturday market, cyclocross,and I think a grand fondo in the gorge. Have fun. Jenn

[Catrin]

115 hours at work in the last 13 days.

This only happens once or twice a year but this is the most intense phase that I can remember...

Major sleep deprivation -25.

Get to take tomorrow off, go view my new apartment and then go ride my bike +25

Even is good

It is a catch-22, if I weren't on the OCD side I wouldn't get roped into working like that, but if I wasn't on the OCD side then I wouldn't be able to do this kind of work...so there you go.

[indysteel]

Indysteele have you been to oregon before?I live in vancouver,wa we are supposed to have great weather this weekend so hopefully it will be sunny for you. Cannon Beach is one of favorite places in Oregon. Lots to do in pdx this weekend,Saturday market, cyclocross,and I think a grand fondo in the gorge. Have fun. Jenn

We haven't been to Oregon before. We're mostly planning to hike. We have a handful of hikes picked out (Eagle Creek and Ramona Falls in particular) once we're in Portland. Our itinerary for Cannon Beach is a little looser. If you have any favorites to share, just let me know.

Thanks!

[indysteel]

115 hours at work in the last 13 days.

This only happens once or twice a year but this is the most intense phase that I can remember...

Major sleep deprivation -25.

Get to take tomorrow off, go view my new apartment and then go ride my bike +25

Even is good

It is a catch-22, if I weren't on the OCD side I wouldn't get roped into working like that, but if I wasn't on the OCD side then I wouldn't be able to do this kind of work...so there you go.

That's a lot of work, girl. I hope Friday is an enjoyable day off.

[malkin]

Brewer & I played all morning like kids on bikes. +10

[redrhodie]

I've been eating really well (no sugar) and slept really well last night. Family is all good. +10

I fixed both the lamp and shade! +5 for being handy!

I don't have any minuses today.

[malkin]

Way to go red!

Brewer reminded me this morning that it is way better to have a chaotic work and a wonderful home than vice versa. And home is great right now.

Well, apart from the cat being dead. And he was sick for a while and that was hugely stressful. And we're still sad. And since he (the cat) slept on our bed pretty much every night for the last 15 years, we are completely unable to manage the covers without him. It's been almost a couple months. I may put a weight where he used to sleep.

[DebSP]

Do we get plus points for Fridays? The sun is shining, that should be worth something! I went for a bike ride for an hour and a half yesterday with DH. That is definitely worth +5.

[malkin]

+10 for a lovely ride in sprinkley rain.

- about 50 million for how I feel about work. The 2 people who have undermined my work have really turned out to be very successful.

+2 for just noticing it and wondering about what comes next. Whatever it is, it has to have health insurance.

[redrhodie]

I'm about even again. I had a few minuses this week, but no major stress.

Malkin, I'm so sorry for your job situation. I hope it gets better, or a new one comes your way soon.

[Catrin]

This was a pretty good week for me, though the work pressure is going up again - but that is why it is called work... If I could ride like I want to that would help a lot.

Malkin, I am sorry to read that, and hope that you are able to work out the best solution for you.

[malkin]

I'm working on my resume and a BIG reframe for the current situation, to see if I could possibly "get back to the garden."

Besides, yesterday's retail therapy resulted in new boots that are in style and beyond comfy and brewer is all about celebrating my birthday (all month).