Health and Sanity Check-Ins

[sprocketta]

Things are crazy now. I think we are all trying to stay healthy and maintain sanity as well. I thought I would start this thread so folks can check in and discuss how they're doing. I want all my BIC friends to be okay. I will kick this off with a first post. Take care of yourself lovelies.

[Titian06]

@curlychiquita - I know you took down what you posted.  I completely agree with the "affirmations"!  I haven't been on BIC for two or three weeks due to the stress and anxiety I'm going through.  I want to retire, but it's not feasible at this point.  If the crap that's going on continues much longer, I may do it anyway just to get away from it and hope everything works out...not the best idea.

[curlychiquita]

@Titian06 and @faeriegirl, yes, that’s what I’m doing! Holding on tight and trying to power it out! Thank you so much for your note, @Titian06! 🩷

[faeriegirl]

@Titian06  Stress and anxiety is the reason I haven’t been as active on here too. The constant uncertainty is terrifying. I can’t even consider retiring so I will have to stick it out and hope for the best. 

[Titian06]

I'm sorry @faeriegirl !  It's so distressing.  Making a decision based on other people's stupidity is not the answer.  I definitely feel for you! (((HUG)))

[heartsforluv]

I’ve been more and more confused about my feelings and can’t figure out why I feel certain things. I’m also struggling with body issues and comparing myself to others, which I know is a terribly bad habit, but I find myself doing it over and over again. I hope everyone else is doing okay !!

[faeriegirl]

@heartsforluv  I hope you are feeling better today! ❤️ 

[dinadore]

I'm having trouble sleeping and have increased anxiety. I've never had this before and now I feel pretty bad. Before this my dog ​​started acting pretty irritable and it turned out he had fleas. I found Nexgard Without Vet Prescription  

which should help him feel better. I hope this helps I will have -1 problem.

[curlychiquita]

I’m sorry to hear this, @dinadore! 🩷 Exercise helps me with my anxiety, but if that doesn’t work you you, seeing a doctor may help. It can be a regular doctor, or an online telehealth doctor, it doesn’t need to be a specialist.  Good luck! 🍀

[danielledanielle]

Hmmm, hope you're resting at the moment @dinadore , if not browse some threads here.  Sometimes anxiety warrants a distraction, it doesn't address what's causing it head on, but it gives you relief and maybe you can attack the issue later.

Some threads to browse

Pet Paradise 

2025 Skincare Check-In Challenge: Week 2 - Share your favorite masks! Re: What's on your plate? 

What are you watching? (Don't be a spoil sport - spoiler your spoilers) What are things “besides beauty” that are beautiful? 

[Titian06]

@danielledanielle @dinadore - Another thread that might be helpful is BIC Book Club!!!  Reading a good book is helpful for both insomnia and anxiety.  Ask me how I know! 🥱  I'm sorry you're having these issues, I know them well.  YT has some nice binaural sleep videos...play with the audio low, the screen enlarged, and the brightness set to low and let it run all night.  I've been getting some of my best sleep ever.  You may have to try different ones until you find the sounds that you find relaxing (I particularly like crickets and rain on drums).  This in turn will help with your anxiety.

[peculiarzmakeup]

Hi Wonderful BIC’ers! 
I am experiencing health challenges that are impacting me far more then anticipated and need to make it my priority to take care of them. I really hope to be back to this wonderful community soon, that I apppreciate so much. I want to be able to engage. I don’t have my full energy. But I have to make health my priority at this time. I can’t wait to join in again soon. I really have learned so much here and met so many great folks! ❤️❤️❤️ I appreciate it here so much. Thank you for allowing me to share this. 

[curlychiquita]

Good luck, @peculiarzmakeup! 🍀  I hope you feel better soon!

[Titian06]

I'm sorry to hear you're having issues, @peculiarzmakeup !  You need to do what's best for you.  We'll still be here when you get back.  Best wishes and positive vibes ~~~ !  (((HUG)))

[SportyGirly125]

@peculiarzmakeup BIC will always be here when you are feeling better. For now you know what is best and prioritizing your health is so important. You got this!

[Samtian]

@peculiarzmakeup I'm so sorry for what you are going through. I hope your health gets better soon, best of luck to you! It was great getting to know you and I can't wait to see you again!

[greeneyedgirl107]

@peculiarzmakeup I'm sorry to hear of your struggles.   Rest up, and focus on YOU. 💕 

[SportyGirly125]

It’s been a while since I checked in since May. Life has been a little hectic spending most of my time learning, training family and friends and testing out again for my Pilates certification. I finally passed and can teach. Yay!!! If anyone knows anyone who wants to learn Pilates please send them my way 🙏🏻. The studio I will be working out is based in Orange County, Ca. 

Also, I sent in my resume to apply for a Sephora job at my local Sephora. Hoping that works out too. Fingers crossed. 

[faeriegirl]

Congratulations on your certification and good luck with your application @SportyGirly125!

[SportyGirly125]

@faeriegirl Thank you!

[sister13]

Congrats on your certification! And best of luck with the Sephora application. They would be silly not to hire you! @SportyGirly125