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I think I've got diabetes burnout

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Thank you for your kind words and support. I have read everyone's response to my post and feel humbled. I also see that some of you have been wondering about what I have decided to do. I haven't restarted my medication, seen my GP or been to hospital. My glucose levels everyday have been unrecordable on my glucose meter. I apologise for any concern I may have caused.
 
Absolutely no apology necessary. But of course we are worried about you, because we all know how brutal and unforgiving it can be to live with diabetes.

We are rooting for you. Hoping you can find a way to access the help and support you need.
 
Glad your here to tell the tale. Hope this black cloud that has descended upon you soon lifts, as I’m sure having bg’s so high can’t be much fun either.
It’s your choice nobody can tell you what to do. All anyone can do is offer advice. Believe me it’s out of concern because being unwell resonates with everyone on here. Anyway good luck and I hope things work out for you.
 
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Great to 'see' you here again Thomas (and yesterday too!). Great that you are dropping by. Hope you are coping OK today. Let us know how you are feeling. We will understand. You can be honest here.
 
Just remembered that I saw this thread on Twitter yesterday, and it meant a lot to me. I'm not sure if it will resonate with you too @Thomas Southbank?

https://twitter.com/mollybackes/status/1034239973392871426

"Depression commercials always talk about sadness but they never mention that sneaky symptom that everyone with depression knows all too well: the Impossible Task."

"The Impossible Task could be anything: going to the bank, refilling a prescription, making your bed, checking your email, paying a bill. From the outside, its sudden impossibility makes ZERO sense."

"The Impossible Task is rarely actually difficult. It’s something you’ve done a thousand times. For this reason, it’s hard for outsiders to have sympathy. “Why don’t you just do it & get it over with?” “It would take you like 20 minutes & then it would be done.” OH, WE KNOW."

"If you’re grappling with an Impossible Task, you already have these conversations happening in your brain. Plus, there’s probably an even more helpful voice in your brain reminding you of what a screw up you are for not being able to do this seemingly very simple thing."

"If you currently have one or more Impossible Tasks in your life, be gentle with yourself. You’re not a screw up; depression is just an a**hole. Impossible Tasks are usually so dumb that it’s embarrassing to ask for help, but the people who love you should be glad to lend a hand."

There is much more in the Twitter thread. And LOADS of people who say this is so familiar to them.

So if you are struggling with you own Impossible Task (or Tasks) today - we understand. We get it. We are here with you.

Be kind to yourself.
 
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Mike I exactly know what you mean by the "impossible task" - that description fits me totally. People think that I keep changing my mind about doing something but it's because I find them impossible to do. Sometimes a good day is managing to brush my teeth and possibly deal with the dishwasher - and that's despite me being at home all day. I hoping to find out soon if an NHS therapist will help me with this side of depression. But on the other side I'm setting myself big goals of going back to university and starting pottery classes - I don't know if I will manage them but I know that if I don't try I will fall deeper into a dark hole. I've found breaking down a things to do list into VERY small things helps me with doing things but not always.
 
I am on a motivation group on facebook a normally its all those quotes and gifs with positive words on, however now and then there is a real gem of a post. Such as there is a lady on the group who has a phobia of leaving her house, so much so even putting the bins out became impossible and she couldn't do a basic task like that without being unwell mentally and physically for days. She started to post daily about these issues, and then setting small tasks (impossible to her) like the bins or so far down her road, until it was getting the bus, shopping, and then college on her own. It really was inspirational to watch the progress and even with the set backs she was still doing what was once completely impossible for her.

There is no judgement here.
 
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