Happy Monday, everyone! What's getting you through the week?

louisowen01
louisowen01 Community Member Posts: 16 Connected
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Hey folks,

Hope you're all having a decent start to the week so far.

I was just sitting here with my cuppa, looking out the window and wondering how everyone's doing. Life has been a bit up and down lately for me, but finding those little moments of comfort—like a good hot drink, a comfy blanket, or a catchy song—really seem to help.

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  • Rosie_Scope
    Rosie_Scope Posts: 9,442 Online Community Team

    Hey @louisowen01! I think that's the way to go. Finding some pleasure in the little things can definitely make the days feel easier.

    Have you got anything planned for your week, or will you just be taking it easy?

  • vikingqueen
    vikingqueen Scope Member Posts: 2,095 Championing

    Looking forward to 2 of my grandchildren coming for tea on Wednesday ❤️ and seeing my granddaughters face when I tell her I have registered for 'Oasis' tickets… yes grandma is still 'down with the kids' 😂

  • Rosie_Scope
    Rosie_Scope Posts: 9,442 Online Community Team

    You're a cool grandma @vikingqueen 😎 are your grandchildren big Oasis fans?

  • vikingqueen
    vikingqueen Scope Member Posts: 2,095 Championing
    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1149216#Comment_1149216

    My 17 year old granddaughter is obsessed with them and is willing to travel the world to see them 😂 registration doesn't guarantee tickets but at least I tried. Fingers crossed we get them although I have no idea of the cost…🤨

  • Rosie_Scope
    Rosie_Scope Posts: 9,442 Online Community Team

    Fingers crossed @vikingqueen! When will you find out if you get any?

  • SmellyBin
    SmellyBin Community Member Posts: 663 Empowering

    Great that you bring this up, Louise. Indeed, ups and downs here as well, but thankfully today I am having a good day - hurray!

    Normally it is just putting one foot in front of the other, simply allowing things to happen and getting a few things done that I either enjoy or give me satisfaction for having it done.

    And today It was ever so nice to be sitting outside, feel the sun on my face, and listen to the birds around me.

    Fingers crossed for the tickets, @vikingqueen Hopefully they don't cost you an arm and a leg.

    And what about your day, @Rosie_Scope

  • vikingqueen
    vikingqueen Scope Member Posts: 2,095 Championing
    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1149250#Comment_1149250

    I think it's round about the 24th of this month.

    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1149252#Comment_1149252

    The prices shouldn't be too bad, between £72 to about £270ish, sounds a lot but if I can't make my granddaughters dream come true what sort of a grandma am I!! My daughter paid an arm and a leg last year to see them and I believe there was uproar over the prices.

  • louisowen01
    louisowen01 Community Member Posts: 16 Connected
    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1149209#Comment_1149209

    Aw, appreciate you checking in, Rosie! Honestly just taking it slow this week and trying not to overwhelm myself. Keeping it low-key with a lot of tea and good music. How about you, got anything nice lined up for the next few days?

  • louisowen01
    louisowen01 Community Member Posts: 16 Connected
    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1149252#Comment_1149252

    Glad to hear you're having a good day today, SmellyBin! Sitting outside in the sun and listening to the birds sounds like the absolute best way to recharge. Honestly, that "one foot in front of the other" approach is really the only way to get through the rough patches sometimes. Hope the rest of your week stays just as bright!

  • Rag_793
    Rag_793 Community Member Posts: 678 Empowering

    I honestly think all that keeps me going is sheer stubbornness, an inner resilience and just a refusal to stop fighting.

    I now tend to listen to both my mind and body each day, I then manage what can and can’t be done on a day by day basis.

    I have a few irons in the fire such as a trip to Manchester to watch Chicago Blues Brothers Musical, watching Deep Purple in Brum in November and further in the distance is two weeks in Turkey in 2028.
    It will be 3 years since my last breakdown and massive life change in October and I am managing things day by day as I know around that time in October alongside with the big C coming up I know my mental health will tank to a low level.

  • Rachel_Scope
    Rachel_Scope Posts: 4,887 Online Community Team

    I love this discussion @louisowen01 😊 It's incredibly important to take notice of the smaller things. Have you practised mindfulness? I like to notice all the elements of making a cup of tea - the sounds, smells, the heat from the steam and the water changing colour. It's a quick little thing to help you feel grounded.

  • louisowen01
    louisowen01 Community Member Posts: 16 Connected
    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1149314#Comment_1149314

    Taking it slow and keeping things low-key is honestly the best way to handle busy weeks. Sometimes you just need to step back, grab a hot drink, and reset for a bit. Definitely a solid approach to keeping things manageable.🙂

  • louisowen01
    louisowen01 Community Member Posts: 16 Connected
    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/1149291#Comment_1149291

    Man, that takes a lot of strength to recognize and plan for those tough patches ahead of time. Having those events lined up—especially the Chicago Blues Brothers and Deep Purple—gives you some great things to genuinely look forward to when October hits. Taking it day by day and knowing your own limits is really the only way to get through it. Hang in there!

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