issues that look like they're going to become chronic

[tielan]

So, the tingling has settled with the change of diet. One less thing to fret about. Alas, no more tomatoes! And lemons may also be out - a double blow of sharp-and-tasty things.

Ultimately, I'm going to have to become accustomed to a new definition of normal. Along with the ups and downs of acclimating to exactly where 'normal' lies for me.

This is going to be a challenge.

There's a part of me that wants to apologise for dragging you along the journey with me. Although you can always unsubscribe from reading this; fair's fair. I hope you won't, but I understand that looking after yourself is more important than holding my hand or offering encouragements (and it should be).

I've started a blog on which I'm going to talk more about my faith and spiritual things. It's kind of a midway point between FB and LJ/DW, because, frankly, I'm not entirely comfortable 'coming out' fannishly on FB, and I feel...self-conscious sharing about my faith here on LJ.

Comments

[jelazakazone]

Hey, what are friends for, if not to share the whole journey? I'm glad it seems like you've got an answer and solution. It might change over time too.

[tielan]

*hugs* Thank you.

I'm aware that this might be temporary, but it's the "all at once" factor that has me scared that it's all connected, and the trying to deal with everything going on right now that's just...ugh.

[jelazakazone]

It is really terrifying when it all hits at once and your mind races to try to figure out what it could be, especially when you are used to being healthy. It's definitely an UGH.

[havocthecat]

I'm glad you're starting to find a way to acclimate. I've had my own struggles with that with my health, and I've been avoiding comment because I hit empathy fatigue recently and you absolutely do not deserve that from me (or anyone, for that matter, but I don't want to be that person that says "suck it up, I did"). Especially because I really am sympathetic! I also don't want to make it all about me.

What I'm saying is that it's really hard to find a balance between empathy, understanding, and relating one's own chronic health issues to one's friend's issues, and screwing it up would be really easy, especially with me having had a rough few months, emotionally speaking. But I am here and listening, and I hope that I'll be able to find that balance one of these days.

Also, thanks for sharing and sticking around here. I always value your opinions and thoughts - and while I may not share your religion, I know how much value it has for you and I'm glad you're starting a blog where you feel safe and comfortable talking about it.

[tielan]

It's hard to know what to say in situations, and different people want different things from people when they post about their issues.

I'm okay with knowing there are still some people out there who don't mind me sharing this stuff, even if they can't respond for whatever reason - not enough time, or not knowing what to say.

Thank you for sharing and sticking around!

*hugs* I hope your own health stuff is untangling itself.

[beatrice_otter]

I am subscribing to your new blog, but I really wish it were on some other platform because it's not letting me comment as Beatrice Otter.

[tielan]

Sorry. I wanted somewhere with a little bit of distance from LJ and my fannish stuff.