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My relatives don't understand my pain. They think I'm just being lazy. I can't clean my house like I used to. I dont enjoy gardening ( all my flowers are dead) because my back starts to hurt or my shoulders burn.
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Magpie2me claudia8977
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Hi Claudia. Well my dear, you can only be affected by what people think or insinuate, when you believe their opinions yourself. So is this what you really feel about yourself sweetie? That you are just lazy! I don't think so Claudia. You know it is not because you are lazy. You have limited energy as we all do with Fibromyalgia. We also often feel unmotivated because we are dealing with these health issues on a daily basis. You are undoubtedly doing the best you can in your own unique circumstances. You may not be able to do housework in the same manner as before; but you are still trying to maintain your home as best you can. People in general today, often lack empathy and compassion for those with chronic illness. Does that mean you cannot show empathy and compassion for yourself Claudia? You sound like your self esteem and self respect is at a low point at the moment. Do some work on yourself sweetie, and start to see You for who you really are and not through how you think others see you. Do some self esteem research and there are these types of tests online. Get yourself a few self help books on the issues that you are dealing with emotionally and in your thoughts. Be proactive in getting a better perspective on your own situation. Don't believe everything you think my dear! They are just thoughts, not necessarily reality. You are not alone Claudia. I am certain that there are people in your life who truly care about and value you. We often feel that we are the only ones who are feeling like this at times. We are not. We all have our ups and downs. There will be better days ahead Claudia, I promise you! Make it a personal project to build your self worth. It takes effort and perseverance. Be more accepting of your limitations and try not to make comparisons with other people around you. You just never know what battles they themselves are fighting in their own minds and lives. Warm gentle hugs girl!! Maggie xx
crushed claudia8977
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Be who you are
and say what you feel
Because those who
mind don’t matter,
and those who matter
won’t mind.
Take care,
Crushed