The Little Blue Vlog - Rumination and worry | being trapped in thought

[@lizziearthur6114]

Hello Gem, thank you for this video. I've found your channel really comforting, you have a really honest, caring approach. The week for me ended better after a couple of wobbly days... 3 good things... 1) planting some flowers 2) listening to podcasts in the garden 3) my cat waking me up. What are yours? :) I've been off work this month due to a depressive/dark episode... I'm waiting for help but had no call back from the CMHT on Friday as was supposed to. I know they are stretched but can feel very isolating. I can't go back to work until I've had some therapeutic intervention but I'm still waiting... So guess what - I've been ruminating and worrying!!! I am lucky enough to have a supportive employer but am still worried about my ability to get back to work. Worrying about what my colleagues think, managing to read into everything too much... Sending you best wishes, glad you made it to the pub in the end! x

[@katedollen6560]

Lizzie Arthur My care-coordinator never calls me back about 99% of the time.

[@lizziearthur6114]

Sorry to hear that Kate... It's hard when they say they will...

[@Julia-LArt]

Hi Gem, thank you for your vlog. It's nice to see you outside and I'm happy you had a good Saturday. I know you are struggling at the moment but it was uplifting to see your time out in the countryside. You do look really nice and I'm glad you have Andy to assure you. I know what it's like to feel heavy. My weight gain has seriously added to my sense of esteem. I have had a very difficult week unfortunately, it's down to many factors and like the two other commenters here have been having serious difficulties with my CMHT. I too understand they are very stretched, but nobody should tell you they will call you and then don't. Anyway, yes I've been worrying all week but trying to work out ways to help myself outside of Mental Health services. It's a battle and as Lizzie has said it's isolating. Sending you hope for a happy week. You are inspiring. xx

[@Julia-LArt]

Kate Dollen Do you mind me asking why your CC doesn't call you back? I'm sorry to hear that too.

[@Julia-LArt]

Lizzie Arthur Hi Lizzie, I'm sorry you are in a dark place. I'm happy to hear you have a garden and a cat and they have helped you this week. It's very good you have a supportive employer but I also know what it's like to not get a call back from CMHT. I hope they call you this week. x