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      Wanacure likes your comment at
      If you were to request the next available appointment with your T1D healthcare provider, when do you estimate the next available appointment would be?
      Being on Medicare and required to see my Endo. every three months, my next appointment is made prior to departure from my Endo's office.
    • 1 hour, 49 minutes ago
      Wanacure likes your comment at
      If you were to request the next available appointment with your T1D healthcare provider, when do you estimate the next available appointment would be?
      If I were not on Medicare, it would be difficult to get an appointment within 3 months, even in an emergency. In an emergency, they would assign me a nurse practitioner to see. It is possible to contact them through their "portal." Whether I get a timely response depends on whether there is a reliable nurse to respond.
    • 2 hours, 5 minutes ago
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      If you were to request the next available appointment with your T1D healthcare provider, when do you estimate the next available appointment would be?
      When I saw my endo a year ago, I wasn't able to make an appointment 6 months later because all available appointments were fully booked. I have to see her CDE who has more availability in order to meet Medicare requirements for quarterly visits. Many, many healthcare providers in my area burned out and quit during Covid. I injured my knee badly last June and can't get a consult with an orthopedic surgeon until May due to the backlog of people needing help. I'm on crutches until then. My sports medicine doctor stopped practicing medicine last month. Our healthcare system is in crisis with no solution in sight.
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      If you were to request the next available appointment with your T1D healthcare provider, when do you estimate the next available appointment would be?
      On hold or actually talking about the issue and calling back to ensure someone follow's up as everyone seems to be over their head. Honestly, it varies. It can take considerable time just to raise the visibility of an issue, then the follow up can take weeks/months and patience to resolve. Another problem is patients without the cognitive skills for follow-up. These days i doubt anyone pays attention to them.
    • 4 hours, 26 minutes ago
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      If you were to request the next available appointment with your T1D healthcare provider, when do you estimate the next available appointment would be?
      I try to make my appointment for my next appointment when I check out. The scheduler always asks maki g it easier to remember. If I was to forget there would be a wait to get back int the rotation.
    • 11 hours, 35 minutes ago
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      If you were to request the next available appointment with your T1D healthcare provider, when do you estimate the next available appointment would be?
      Before the onslaught of Type 2 Diabetes, I, as a T1D, could get an appointment almost anytime I needed one. Now, I cannot get an appointment within 3 months, which is the time within I must see rhe doctor for Medicare benefits. My doctor cancelled 2 (half ) of my sppointments last year. Caused ma a lot of problems. I live in Florida, a place where modern medicine does not seem to have reached yet.
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      Greg Felton likes your comment at
      If you were to request the next available appointment with your T1D healthcare provider, when do you estimate the next available appointment would be?
      I routinely see my Endo every three months. At the end of my appointment I schedule the next quarterly meeting date. But if I ever have to reschedule it, then it takes anywhere from two to four weeks to find a time that works for us.
    • 13 hours, 32 minutes ago
      Mike S likes your comment at
      If you were to request the next available appointment with your T1D healthcare provider, when do you estimate the next available appointment would be?
      It all depends on the urgency of my needs. I’ve gotten in the next day before, but those days may be gone! It also depends on who I see. But these days, even the PA is often booked. Of course, cancellations happen, so that can be a factor as well.
    • 13 hours, 48 minutes ago
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      Over the past 3 months, how much time would you estimate you have spent working through T1D prescription-related issues with pharmacies, insurance companies, durable medical equipment distributors, T1D device companies, health care providers, etc.?
      The beginning of the year is always a bit iffy when you're on Medicare. Even though I've already paid my annual deductible, my pharmacy can't see that, so I must wait until it shows up on my Medicare account before I order new insulin. I always try to have plenty of insulin on hand at the end of December so it's not an issue. The organization I get my pump equipment from has a lot they must do because of Medicare, as well, and that can get time consuming. All-in-all, I'm lucky to have the time, energy and patience to deal with it, and I know up front these time-consuming moments are to be expected. If I wasn't retired, it'd be more of an issue.
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      Over the past 3 months, how much time would you estimate you have spent working through T1D prescription-related issues with pharmacies, insurance companies, durable medical equipment distributors, T1D device companies, health care providers, etc.?
      I selected 6 hours. So far, I have spent 6 weeks trying to get a new pump. I decided to look for a new pump in mid-December as my 770G warranty expired on January 3. I wanted to go hoseless with the Omnipod and the Dexcom 6. I contacted Dexcom and they sent me to the medical distribution company ASPN, and they could do the Omnipod but only with pharmacy part D with the Dexcom 6 sensor on DME My part D pharmacy plan had Omnipod as tier 6. $155.56 co pay and $150/month. The omnypod is not available as DME. I called INSULET the mfgr of omnipod. They told me they only supply via pharmacy plan to get more T2d's to sign up. Verses 100% DME coverage, part D coverage that was a non-starter. I contacted another supply company CCSmed. They could do both Dexcom 6 and tslim x2. Ineeded a Endo visit to get the notes and Rx. I had my Endo visit on Jan 20. Still waiting for CVSmed. Been waiting for 5 weeks now. Just called CCSmed and they got the endo notes and Rx but Medicare wanted to know who paid for my 770G 4 years ago. Fortunately, that was private/company. My new pump should now ship tomorrow. Finally.
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      Wanacure likes your comment at
      Over the past 3 months, how much time would you estimate you have spent working through T1D prescription-related issues with pharmacies, insurance companies, durable medical equipment distributors, T1D device companies, health care providers, etc.?
      Most of the 3-4 hours is way ting on a phone
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      Wanacure likes your comment at
      Over the past 3 months, how much time would you estimate you have spent working through T1D prescription-related issues with pharmacies, insurance companies, durable medical equipment distributors, T1D device companies, health care providers, etc.?
      I answered "No time," but I live in France, where we have a single provider. I receive a prescription from my doctor and go to the pharmacy monthly to have it filled. (Pump peripherals are provided by a separate supplier.) "Appeals" do not exist here since the doctor will only prescribe medicines that are reimbursed. And no, I have never needed a treatment that wasn't covered.
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      When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
      The resources I use in managing my glucose levels once sick is my own personal experience after living with t1d for 46 years
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      August Rossano likes your comment at
      Over the past 3 months, how much time would you estimate you have spent working through T1D prescription-related issues with pharmacies, insurance companies, durable medical equipment distributors, T1D device companies, health care providers, etc.?
      Switching to Medicare has created (seemingly) endless hours and day making this transition with all things diabetes related. We’re still in the midst of making this ā€˜delightful’ change. This week we learned that Medicare covers Either CGM stuff OR glucose test strips. Thank goodness that God is sovereign over all these details. He helps me walk through these challenges without despair.
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      August Rossano likes your comment at
      Over the past 3 months, how much time would you estimate you have spent working through T1D prescription-related issues with pharmacies, insurance companies, durable medical equipment distributors, T1D device companies, health care providers, etc.?
      The last 3 months have been filled with frustrating phone calls now that I switched back to traditional Medicare from a Medicare Advantage plan. I have been fighting to get strips authorized in addition to CGM- they did not authorize them because I had no proof that I had a meter!! Crazy making! I had to write an appeal letter in order to get them, but finally got it worked out. I also had some pump replacement issues, trouble getting insulin, etc.
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      August Rossano likes your comment at
      Over the past 3 months, how much time would you estimate you have spent working through T1D prescription-related issues with pharmacies, insurance companies, durable medical equipment distributors, T1D device companies, health care providers, etc.?
      I answered "No time," but I live in France, where we have a single provider. I receive a prescription from my doctor and go to the pharmacy monthly to have it filled. (Pump peripherals are provided by a separate supplier.) "Appeals" do not exist here since the doctor will only prescribe medicines that are reimbursed. And no, I have never needed a treatment that wasn't covered.
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      August Rossano likes your comment at
      Over the past 3 months, how much time would you estimate you have spent working through T1D prescription-related issues with pharmacies, insurance companies, durable medical equipment distributors, T1D device companies, health care providers, etc.?
      Much too much time! Part of it, I know, is my own fault, for not keeping anxiety at bay when I have to sort out which plan will work best, annually. But it is something I dread, every single year. When I call to get some help understanding, the people are almost always very nice, but I have had times when the information was incorrect or not explained clearly. I usually commiserate with the person on the phone for having such an annoying system, and agreement seems to rule the day. But I never chose to make sorting out insurance management a career!
    • 1 day, 5 hours ago
      August Rossano likes your comment at
      Over the past 3 months, how much time would you estimate you have spent working through T1D prescription-related issues with pharmacies, insurance companies, durable medical equipment distributors, T1D device companies, health care providers, etc.?
      I selected 6 hours. So far, I have spent 6 weeks trying to get a new pump. I decided to look for a new pump in mid-December as my 770G warranty expired on January 3. I wanted to go hoseless with the Omnipod and the Dexcom 6. I contacted Dexcom and they sent me to the medical distribution company ASPN, and they could do the Omnipod but only with pharmacy part D with the Dexcom 6 sensor on DME My part D pharmacy plan had Omnipod as tier 6. $155.56 co pay and $150/month. The omnypod is not available as DME. I called INSULET the mfgr of omnipod. They told me they only supply via pharmacy plan to get more T2d's to sign up. Verses 100% DME coverage, part D coverage that was a non-starter. I contacted another supply company CCSmed. They could do both Dexcom 6 and tslim x2. Ineeded a Endo visit to get the notes and Rx. I had my Endo visit on Jan 20. Still waiting for CVSmed. Been waiting for 5 weeks now. Just called CCSmed and they got the endo notes and Rx but Medicare wanted to know who paid for my 770G 4 years ago. Fortunately, that was private/company. My new pump should now ship tomorrow. Finally.
    • 1 day, 5 hours ago
      August Rossano likes your comment at
      Over the past 3 months, how much time would you estimate you have spent working through T1D prescription-related issues with pharmacies, insurance companies, durable medical equipment distributors, T1D device companies, health care providers, etc.?
      The beginning of the year is always a bit iffy when you're on Medicare. Even though I've already paid my annual deductible, my pharmacy can't see that, so I must wait until it shows up on my Medicare account before I order new insulin. I always try to have plenty of insulin on hand at the end of December so it's not an issue. The organization I get my pump equipment from has a lot they must do because of Medicare, as well, and that can get time consuming. All-in-all, I'm lucky to have the time, energy and patience to deal with it, and I know up front these time-consuming moments are to be expected. If I wasn't retired, it'd be more of an issue.
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      August Rossano likes your comment at
      Over the past 3 months, how much time would you estimate you have spent working through T1D prescription-related issues with pharmacies, insurance companies, durable medical equipment distributors, T1D device companies, health care providers, etc.?
      I said 8+ and the reason, as for so many others, can be summed up in a phrase: transitioning to Medicare.
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      On a scale of 1-5, how satisfied are you with your current insulin delivery method (pump, pens, syringes, inhaler, etc.)? 5 = the most satisfied, 1 = the least satisfied
      I’m a reasonably satisfied MDI user with Lantus and Fiasp. I’ve looked into getting a pump but honestly, until I find one that does everything I want, I’ll probably hold off. My wish list for a pump: 1) no tubes 2) works well with Fiasp 3) controls that allow me to stay at my target of 70-90 mg/dl all night long.
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      On a scale of 1-5, how satisfied are you with your current insulin delivery method (pump, pens, syringes, inhaler, etc.)? 5 = the most satisfied, 1 = the least satisfied
      MDI for the past 60 years and do not see any alternative that I would prefer. The needles for my pens are so thin and sharp that they are painless (a far cry from the lancets I once used). chiefly, I am glad not to have to deal with setting up a pump and. Although I love my libre, I am not good candidate for having devices affixed to me. If my insulin delivery got interrupted they way i have interrupted my cgm service, I would have been in trouble. Furthermore, I have a track record of having both mechanicall and electronic things malfunction. (Seriously, I sometimes act as a beta-tester for technology folks. Maybe I push to many buttons?)
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      On a scale of 1-5, how satisfied are you with your current insulin delivery method (pump, pens, syringes, inhaler, etc.)? 5 = the most satisfied, 1 = the least satisfied
      I've had Tandem x2 and Dexcom since September. Previously on Medtronic for around 15 years. Grew to HATE the sensors and switched before the warranty on my last Medtronic was up. So far, I absolutely LOVE the Tandem and the Dexcom. I'm disappointed, however, in the amount of waste and plastic that this pair creates. Of course there will always be plastic waste from any pumps/sensors, but the amount of non-reusable stuff for insertions is ghastly.
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      On a scale of 1-5, how satisfied are you with your current insulin delivery method (pump, pens, syringes, inhaler, etc.)? 5 = the most satisfied, 1 = the least satisfied
      Have your doctor prescribe the syringes with .5 unit increments instead of the 1 unit syringes. Not quite a .1 unit which you are hoping for, but .5 is better than 1 unit increments.
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      Over the past 3 months, how much time would you estimate you have spent working through T1D prescription-related issues with pharmacies, insurance companies, durable medical equipment distributors, T1D device companies, health care providers, etc.?
      I answered "No time," but I live in France, where we have a single provider. I receive a prescription from my doctor and go to the pharmacy monthly to have it filled. (Pump peripherals are provided by a separate supplier.) "Appeals" do not exist here since the doctor will only prescribe medicines that are reimbursed. And no, I have never needed a treatment that wasn't covered.
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    How do you manage your stress levels? Select all that apply.

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    47 Comments

    1. Kathleen Juzenas

      Exercise, meditation, taking a nap

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      1. Joan Fray

        Napping! Love to nap! Phone on DND from 1pm to 2:30. I listen to Audible books.

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      2. Keira Thurheimer

        Listening to music šŸŽ¶ and focused breathing exercises.

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    2. Lynn Smith

      I pray. Because I can get through all things through Christ who strengthens me and gives me peace that surpasses all understanding.

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      1. Sharon Lillibridge

        Amen

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    3. Steve Rumble

      Retired, comfortable, supportive family, rarely face stress.

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      1. Patricia Dalrymple

        Steve, I agree. I work still, averaging 50+ hours a week since the pandemic, but consider myself lucky to have a remote, safe working environment earning good money. My husband and I are comfortable, own our own home, debt-free. I know I am lucky, and I do not create stress for myself. I keep my life simple but meaningful. I am truly blessed, and best of all, I know it and appreciate it.

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    4. Sharon Lillibridge

      prayer and reading Christian Mystics

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    5. Mick Martin

      Meditation and Sleeping.

      If meditation doesn’t give me the ‘answers’ I’m searching for, sleep will allow me time to ‘consider’ whether I’m asking the right question(s).

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    6. connie ker

      I ha ve been stressed again by these variants of Covid. I have had 3 vaccines and the annual flu vaccine, but still fearful of being in crowds or attending gatherings because of my age and T1D. However, the mental health of being isolated and alone is not healthy either. Can someone tell me how to go forward safely besides wearing a mask?

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      1. Patricia Dalrymple

        Connie, really only you can guide yourself. None of us want to tell you something, and then you do it, and you get sick. We would all feel horrible and responsible. But, I also didn’t want to ignore your obvious need for reassurance. It’s OK to be frightened. We all are scared of something, be it COVID or large crowds or speaking in public. And we all handle our fears differently, but no one better than someone else. Some of us avoid what makes us afraid, hiding and not really living and some of us confront our fears, sometimes to the point of recklessness. Most of us fall somewhere in between. If your fear is debilitating, then reach out for professional help. But realize we are all afraid and we just have to keep putting one foot in front of the other and be kind to ourselves. Stay well, Connie, but also stay strong. You are not alone.

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      2. GLORIA MILLER

        I tested positive for Covid on Tuesday. I assume it is the Omicron variant since I have no symptoms whatsoever. I have to admit I did not sleep well the first night after finding out I was positive due to worry. I do wear a mask, keeping social distancing and never go anywhere with crowds but I still got it. I have friends who have not left their home is 20 months out of fear of getting it. Oh, I have received all three injections as well. We all have different risk levels.

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      3. Joan Fray

        Take my dog for a walk inthe hills, or to town. Raking leaves is always good too.

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      4. Joan Fray

        Connie, try zoom classes for seniors. Slow yoga or meditation. One where you can see other people at the same time.

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    7. Jana Wardian

      My best stress management strategy is to know what God says about me. I read the Bible and integrate those truths every day. My time on Earth is very short in light of eternity.

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    8. TEH

      I have a nice path in the woods where I walk my dog and talk to her. She is a very good listener. And she waggs her tail giving me good feedback.

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    9. Lawrence S.

      My go-to’s are work and exercise. I keep myself busy, and burn off my stress. Often, my stress is related to high blood sugars or diabetes. Otherwise, it depends on the circumstances. I try to see the situations clearly, and admit to myself what my actions may have done to cause the stress.

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    10. Mary Dexter

      Most of the things listed increase my stress rather than reduce it.

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    11. Joan McGinnis

      I do what has to be done normally, pray, exercise if I can, talk it over with a couple good friends. If it gets overwhelming I go talk to a therapist. I have don that for 3 periods in my life , when I had teenager rebellion, after heart surgery and. When my husband died 3 yrs ago. Not bad when you consider I am pretty upbeat, mentally sharp and have taken good care of my diabetes fir 43 yrs

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    12. Gail Boer

      Exercise (the pets make sure of that……they want their walks) and prayer. And changing what I can and changing how I respond when I am not the cause of stress.

      My friends in 12 step programs have useful sayings. My favorite is let go and let God.

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    13. Sue Martin

      Listening to uplifting music.

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    14. Vivian Moon

      I read!

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    15. kflying1@yahoo.com

      I ignore the cause of the stress. It’s usually ignorant, hateful people not worth the time.

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    16. Janis Senungetuk

      Sunny Cat gets an ear full or I loudly express my view/concern to my iMac. It very much depends on the situation. I also “escape” to my portfolio. Viewing the floral close-ups, garden landscapes and farmers’ market images brings back the memory of the photoshoot and provides a moment of respite.

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    17. cynthia jaworski

      exercise, if walking counts as exercise.

      Music is also helpful.

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    18. Teri Morris

      On a couple of anxiety meds but every month or so i have to take a mental health day to catch up on sleep.

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    19. Kim Murphy

      I read the Bible and pray.

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    20. Ben Galindo

      I pray

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    21. Lakesha McDonald Kee

      I take a well needed nap.

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    22. 102162

      Music, reading or napping

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    23. Stefan Perrin

      Humor. Unless it’s completely inappropriate I try to find something humorous about the situation.

      Practice or play drums.

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    24. Patricia Kilwein

      My husband and I talk about it and we pray together.

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    25. Sue Herflicker

      Prayer

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      1. ConnieT1D62

        Me too.

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    26. Carol Meares

      Listening to music or white noise or audio books in addition to exercise and trying to solve or build strategies for problems or stressful situations I face.

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    27. Donal Conway

      I am part of a Barbershop harmony singing chorus group who practise at least one night a week even during the 2 meter distancing times when we would practice outside and in shelter. Singing such a great way for positive mental health.

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    28. Steven Gill

      Most men seem to be able to to to work and use that as a tool of stress relief. The more stress I get the harder I work (I’ve rebuilt washers or motors cussing BUT there’s still a benefit from productivity), which beyond the immediate relief “from” the stressor fatigue kind of slows your thoughts from the “what ifs…”

      But nothing is more relaxing than watching a rescued dog grow and beyond comfortable: explore, walk, sniff, greet. Likewise my cat purring on my chest is pretty therapeutic. Age has slowed me some and I found the “worse” rarely happens, so the animals are now my first line, although since I’ll probably retire 3 years after I die that’ll always be there.

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    29. AnitaS

      Sometimes I just cry.

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    30. ConnieT1D62

      Several of the listed answers and I pray, listen to music, read spiritual writing selections from various wisdom traditions, spend time in nature, engage in a creative art project like drawing and coloring mandalas, or making something with beads and cloth.

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    31. Molly Jones

      It depends on the stress. Physical ones are usually dealt with by sleep or rest.
      Emotional ones are usually tried to be worked out. I am a very open blunt person and try to understand others’ perspectives and why something stressful occurred immediately. It may be obvious that I need to shut up and just journal it or talk to someone else, but usually I try to work with whomever it occurred, so it will not be repeated.
      With lots of surrounding negative emotions I often listen to music or leave.
      Emotions are the most contagious condition we have.

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    32. Wanacure

      Do you write down one thing for which you are grateful each day?

      Sitting quietly and breathing deeply for 10 minutes upon arising and/or before bed at night has helped me.

      Going for a walk every day to explore my neighborhood helps.

      Ask your librarian for a joke book or comedy DVDs.

      Over the years I found yoga very soothing.

      Does your insurance cover cognitive behavioral therapy? Acupressure? Acupuncture?

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    33. Lenora Ventura

      I meditate on the word of God through worship music and do a lot of praying.

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    34. Kristen Clifford

      Listening to podcasts, reading

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    35. Iva Conrad

      I pray about it and ask God to give me wisdom to know how best to solve it.

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    36. David Smith

      Growl at my dog.

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    37. Marie Seymour-Green

      2020 and 2021 have been periods of almost unendurable stress, grief, and depression. 2022 is not looking any better. Managing? No, I don’t think anyone would call what I have been doing “managing my stress levels. No offense to those who have found comfort in activities like exercise, yoga, prayer, etc. Not for me.

      So – I cry, sob, keen, and feel guilty about not being with my mother when she died alone. I do the same about the fact that she is dead. I blame those who refused to wear masks or self-isolate when this all started in 2020 for keeping me from her. I already had a flight booked to go visit her before COVID struck. Then all hell broke loose.

      I rant, weep, rage about work and certain co-workers. I sing songs and substitute curse words and unflattering names for them. I create haiku about them in my head. I also dream of retirement and surf the internet for the best places to do so. (Rolls eyes…)

      I sit at home watching brainless TV shows or playing Candy Crush. This does nothing for decreasing work-related stress. (Duh!)

      As might be obvious, I occasionally kvetch and disclose way too much in online forums.

      I faithfully take anti- depression/anxiety meds; the dosages of which have been increased several times during COVID.

      The only positive (?) is that I have lost 30 pounds and my A1C is 5.9. This is what planning a funeral from 600 miles away, in a city that you haven’t lived in for 35 years, and during COVID shutdowns can do for you.

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    38. Cheryl Seibert

      I’ve never been a journal or counseling type person. I deal with stress by making lists and getting tasks completed. In the summer, I go outside and pull weeds (my favorite stress reducer LOL!) or take a bike ride or walk by myself. I also try to step away from the emotional side of the stress and review the situation for solutions. My stress level these past 3 years has been very high. Solutions to the stress are not easy ones with the old and/or ill, so there is no effective way to eliminate the source of the stress.

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