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From Active to Adjusting: Life Changes After Sepsis and Chronic Health Issues

Two years ago, I was rushed to the hospital by ambulance after my husband called 911. He found me very lethargic and confused in bed. I remember parts of the ambulance ride, like having a high fever and the paramedic calling the hospital to get permission to start IV antibiotics. At the hospital, I was mostly drowsy, but I do recall the sepsis protocol being started and being admitted to the ICU.

Since then, I’ve faced many health challenges. Doctors aren’t sure why, but the sepsis seems to have affected my lymphatic system in my abdomen and legs. I developed lymphedema which caused my legs to swell, and even a small scratch causes fluid to leak for days. I also developed wounds that required wound care and in-home nursing to help with dressing and treatment.

Using a wheelchair and walker was a big adjustment. I can now stand or walk for about 8 minutes, but fatigue easily and sometimes collapse if I push too hard. I have to elevate my legs most of the day and attend physical therapy. Before all this, I was very active, I practiced Jiu Jitsu daily and worked as a special education teacher. Now, I mostly use a recliner instead of a regular chair.

I’ve tried for over a year to find a part-time remote job without success. Recently, I started volunteering virtually for a nonprofit that advocates for people with mood disorders, which has been very rewarding.

On top of these new health issues, I also live with over 20 years of PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder, and borderline personality disorder.

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I can’t sleep. I’m being haunted by the ghost of a guy that was in love with me for 35 years.

My mental health is really tanking. I can’t sleep. There’s the spirit of a guy named. I’ll call him Jimmy. I don’t know what to do because Jimmy keeps bothering me and my mental health is really tanking and it’s affecting every aspect of my physical body and I have tons of health problems . Could anyone who has any experience whatsoever with psychic mediumship abilities be able to communicate to me or give me some insight into what to do about this spirit of Jimmy that is hunting me and communicating things about, loving me and reminding me about how I knew him because I’m a firm believer in the afterlife And I think that somehow he’s zapping me in my energy, but I don’t know how to get a good night sleep because he won’t stop bothering me. No I’m not a lunatic. Yes I’m a psychic medium, but I just recently came into my full mile generalization of my abilities. Is there anybody else out here on the form that is anything like me as far as being a psychic, medium and being haunted by a spirit of an ex love that never was on this earthly plane. #ghost #MoodDisorders

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Can you still LAUGH at it all? I Hope So 😛

How are my favorite people?

Yes, that’s YOU, all of you 💚🤗

Keep Your Head Up & Let’s Chat Here👇👇👇

#MentalHealth #Anxiety #ChronicFatigue #Depression #BipolarDisorder #MoodDisorders #MightyMoment #ChronicIllness #Fibromyalgia #ADHD #DistractMe #Selfcare #Lupus

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Weekend Thoughts✨

So often we forget that the best coping skills that help us heal are absolutely free. ✨🙌
Which one from the list can you try this weekend? Meet me in the comments!
#PTSD #MentalHealth #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #MoodDisorders #Schizophrenia #BipolarDisorder #Anxiety #Addiction #lupis #SjogrensSyndrome

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My Full Life-Changing YouTube Videos Playlist I Curated Since 2018 that guided me into Mental Wellness 💯🦋🤓

Videos Included are from top minds/Clinical Researchers/thought leaders….

Videos Included titled:

How To Recover From Depression

How To Transfer The Genetic Causes of Depression

Transforming Suffering

How To Deal With Strong Emotions

Releasing Trauma From Your Body

How To Stop Being Triggered

Overcoming PTSD Triggers

Learning To Respond Not React

Break Free From Imprisoning Beliefs

And, Must Know Knowledge About Narcissists

Dr. Brene Brown (Famous Emotions Researcher) talks about it all and so does Dr. Deepak Chopra, Dr. Wayne Dyer, Jon Kabat-Zinn, Tara Brach, Pema Chodron…

Plus some of the best guided meditations and visualizations/guided imagery And Pure Relaxation Techniques amongst others…

Plus The Music That Actually Empowered Me, Helped Me Let Go, Helped Me Find Inner Peace, Self-Love, Self-Esteem…And JOY And HOPE at the times I couldn’t see it…

youtube.com/playlist

#Selfharm #SuicidalIdeation #SuicidalThoughts #SuicideAttemptSurvivors #Suicide #ComplexPosttraumaticStressDisorder #PTSD #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #Trauma #DistractMe #MightyTogether #MoodDisorders

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My Playlist For Finding Mental Strength And Hope - Living with a chronic illness

#peace #light #hope #for #life #best #life #higher #self #genuine #real #good #vibes #the #time #i #defy #depression #and #so #can #u #beautiful #souls 💯❣️♥️...
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Monday Motivation ✨- Spring Cleaning Edition

These are some fantastic ideas 💡 for decluttering your mind. This can play a big part on our mental health! Which one would you like to try?
#PTSD #MentalHealth #MoodDisorders #Schizophrenia #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Depression #Anxiety #ChronicFatigue #Lupus #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #Headache #Migraine

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Tip Tuesday- Your brain 🧠 always wants to keep you safe!

Sometimes, we think it's our mental health issues making us sad, right? But what if I told you that your brain always wants you to be safe? We have to look for the happiness around us, and fight for joy on days when it's hard. How can you look around you today for anything that will make you smile? Start with the little things and go from there. I'll meet you in the comments!
#PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #MentalHealth #Addiction #Anxiety #ChronicFatigueSyndrome #MoodDisorders #BipolarDepression #Schizophrenia #Fibromyalgia #CeliacDisease #ChronicFatigueSyndrome #POTS

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