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How do you cope with being alone.sometimes the lone yless is unbearable

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
January 29
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A MyCOPDTeam Member

Hi Rhonda to answer your Question try medittion do chair yoga listen to your favorite songs walk everyday within your liimits and read something that you enjoy and get a pet if you can Stay close to God and smile every day upon waking Life is to short to be lonely only you can control and do something about it Wishing you well

January 29
A MyCOPDTeam Member

@A MyCOPDTeam Member
I agree with you Rhonda
COPD can be very lonely
My boyfriend Scott is gone at work a lot of days and I get lonely while I'm waiting for him to come home . I love my friends here on this group who have always been there to talk too . You have all of us here on your group . I've been sick recently and haven't been on as much as I would have liked to be .
I hope your having a good evening 🌆 breathing easy .
Susan
🌈🌻🍀🦋🐞⭐🤗🙏❤️

February 2
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Read, watch your favorite shows/movies, exercise, cook and talk or text friends and family.

January 30
MyCOPDTeam

How do you cope with loneliness when it feels unbearable?

Loneliness with COPD is a real struggle, and you're not alone in feeling this way. Many people with COPD find that connecting with others who truly understand makes a significant difference.

Here are some ways MyCOPDTeam members cope with loneliness:

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How do you cope with loneliness when it feels unbearable?

Loneliness with COPD is a real struggle, and you're not alone in feeling this way. Many people with COPD find that connecting with others who truly understand makes a significant difference.

Here are some ways MyCOPDTeam members cope with loneliness:

- Connect with others who have COPD through online communities where people share similar experiences
- Find a support person who understands what you're going through
- Practice self-care activities like chair yoga, walking (even slowly), journaling, or meditation
- Seek counseling or therapy to work through difficult emotions
- Stay engaged with activities that make you feel good, even if they're modified versions of what you used to do

One member shared that finding someone whose spouse has COPD helped them feel less alone. Another emphasized that this community exists specifically so people can discuss their struggles with others who understand.

Remember, reaching out like you just did is an important step. The struggle is real, but you don't have to face it alone.

January 29

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