Hi everyone...I have fibro and arthritis and cfs as well as clinical depression and severe anxiety.The depression is made worse by the severe pain and extreme fatigue.I am a recovering alcoholic and was on a website that was supposed to help me but unfortunately they decided to bully me instead.Came to my senses earlier and left the site but there isnt an option on that site to delete your account.I just need some support as this fibro and arthritis are wearing me down and i then get depressed which causes me to want to drink but i am 70 days sober now and holding strong.I feel safe on this website and i will try and post more.
Hi Dear, I am so happy with your 70
days. Please do not let anyone’s crappy attitude to interfere with your wonderful progress . I know it is not easy but you are way more worth it than their unkindness .
I have you in my thoughts and send you love and positive energy.
All the best . Stay in your lane
HUGGGGGGGGS
Queen, 70 days sober is a terrific accomplishment. Congratulations. You are already much stronger than you realize in making a decision to leave a community where you weren’t comfortable and reaching out here where you feel safe when you’re vulnerable. How’re you managing your Fibro? I have found it takes a whole body approach with medications in combination with stress management techniques such as mindfulness as well as gentle exercise and healthy lifestyle choices.
Please continue reaching out here, you are amongst friends.
Hugs,
Laurie
Thank you laurie.My fibro is running rampant ,im on th max dose of lyrica i dont believe in mindfulness or alternative therpies(sorry!).Any exercise exacerbates my fibro plus i have zero energy all the time its annoying. I have been having terrible GI issues these past few months so i havent been able to do anything with my diet.The pain is getting worse and becoming unbearable.Is it meant to be so bad you want to scream?
*gentle hugs*
Hello Queenpink,
You are a lady after my own heart, I also love pink! You sound like you are doing a great job already, so just wanted to offer my support, and let you know you will be in my thoughts. Also, just like to add I didn't beleive in mindfulness, and actually you don't have to believe in it, but having recently attended a pain management course, which included some mindfulnesss practices, I have found that there are aspects of it that really help. So please, if you feel able, explore it a little bit. Always feel free to ask about it, I am happy to do that.
Take care, Anne
Yes, sometimes the pain can be really bad. I’m sorry to hear it’s been this way for you. For me it’s at it’s worst when I am stressed or I have pushed myself beyond my limits. Have you seen your doctor lately, Queen? I also wonder if it’s time to reassess your medication’s efficacy… And I can’t stress stress management enough. 
I know you said exercise bothers you. It really depends on the type I think… What have you tried? Swimming has been wonderful for me. Since it doesn’t involve the pull of gravity it is very tolerable for conditions like ours. Also if you haven’t yet checked it out yet, Moderator Starr’s Exercise group is terrific. Ok, I’ll be sure to keep up with you. And again I’m really proud of your sobriety. You got this!
Hugs,
Laurie
Queenpink said:
Thank you laurie.My fibro is running rampant ,im on th max dose of lyrica i dont believe in mindfulness or alternative therpies(sorry!).Any exercise exacerbates my fibro plus i have zero energy all the time its annoying. I have been having terrible GI issues these past few months so i havent been able to do anything with my diet.The pain is getting worse and becoming unbearable.Is it meant to be so bad you want to scream?
my pain isnt worse when im stressed or my emotions are all over the place but if i have pushed myself too much it does get worse.I have tried yoga aerobic and walking exercise and they havent helped i dont want to try the pool as with my pink hair running when wet and not being able to swim good would be a bad idea.Im not going to do mindfulness im sorry but i dont like it.Thank you for your replies :)