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Meltdown recovery

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Hey, 

Today I had a major meltdown and I'm feeling very spaced out now and very drained. I rarely deal with meltdowns normally I experience more shutdowns. I was wondering if anyone has some advice on how best to recover and feel better?

I have a weighted blanket and I've put my hood up but I am a single parent and I still have to function this evening make dinner and do a bath and bedtime routine etc. My kid is old enough to know and understand that I'm autistic but not old enough to make a meal or bath themself and put themself to bed. 

Warm wishes, 

Chloe Sunflower

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  • I’m sorry. I find coming on here helps to calm me as I focus on other people’s problems instead of my own. Trying to write a reply helps me to focus and concentrate. I have bad anxiety and it’s often a struggle to concentrate, I think meltdowns are necessary - when the pressure gets too much something has to give. You must feel so tired now though - I’m sorry. When I need comfort I often fill a hot water bottle and cuddle that. I also use essential oils as I find them very soothing. It must be very demanding to be a single parent - no wonder you have difficult moments - anyone would. I hope you soon feel better. 

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  • I’m sorry. I find coming on here helps to calm me as I focus on other people’s problems instead of my own. Trying to write a reply helps me to focus and concentrate. I have bad anxiety and it’s often a struggle to concentrate, I think meltdowns are necessary - when the pressure gets too much something has to give. You must feel so tired now though - I’m sorry. When I need comfort I often fill a hot water bottle and cuddle that. I also use essential oils as I find them very soothing. It must be very demanding to be a single parent - no wonder you have difficult moments - anyone would. I hope you soon feel better. 

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