Making the Most of Each Day
By Arya
@yoalldudes (35040)
Philippines
May 19, 2020 11:14pm CST
I feel like someone with terminal illness due to my chances of dying due to covid increased, at least this has been my existential thoughts of late.
I have worked hard in the past, practicing delayed gratification. But somehow never totally came to that part where I would reap the fruits of my efforts. In my present case, enjoying retirement.
I have somewhat neglected immune boost, but my brother has brought some almost ripe guavas. This reminded me I have to take multivitamin.
Am I realistic or pessimistic? What are your thoughts of late?
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12 responses
@marguicha (216459)
• Chile
20 May 20
It is hard to stay positive. I have had moments of pessimism and I have had to try different methods to change my thoughts. This evening I made a sweet banana bread although I am not a person who eats too much sweets. It helped. And I am gardening in containers. I want to see something grow.
@marguicha (216459)
• Chile
20 May 20
@yoalldudes I try to make a list of "to do" things. I include a movie and something good to eat.
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@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
20 May 20
Yes we are coping with the situation in our own ways. I'm glad you understand me 
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@Alexandoy (65308)
• Cainta, Philippines
20 May 20
Pardon me for this comment but I think you are paranoid. That is the result when you are fed with too many false information about the virus. I questioned the spraying of the roads and the vehicles. Now they stopped that spraying not because I questioned it but maybe they got to their senses that the virus doesn't grow on the ground. If you keep your distance then you are safe.
@Alexandoy (65308)
• Cainta, Philippines
20 May 20
@yoalldudes sorry, I did not know about the meds.
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
20 May 20
I didnt mention that I am taking meds for anxiety disorder since 2012 so I guess saying that I am paranoid is a bit redundant.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
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@rakski (112925)
• Philippines
22 May 20
@yoalldudes a big question no on knows the answer. But we just have to live life one day at a time
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
20 May 20
Well, the world will go on as it always does, the question is whether we will still be in it.
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@freelancermariagrace (27240)
• Philippines
20 May 20
It really is a challenge to stay positive these days. But I am trying to divert my attention by doing things that I enjoy
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
22 May 20
Yes sometimes I see myself sitting on my desk trying to turn my thoughts and emotions into something positive.
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@jayanth_77 (7180)
• India
20 May 20
you seem to be having negative thoughts . Keep yourself busy, eat good food and enjoy life.
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
20 May 20
Yes that is what I said in my post that I make sure I enjoy each day.
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@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
22 May 20
@jayanth_77 I'm trying my best. Thank you.
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@bbghitte (3294)
• Philippines
20 May 20
Since there are no things certain this days, enjoying and be grateful of the present is the best we can do, but of course we need to give extra care of ourselves by boosting our immune system.
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
20 May 20
Yes that is right. You understood what I meant and that made feel like I am not alone. Thank you.
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@moonchild117 (1987)
• Philippines
20 May 20
It's hard to stay positive with what's going on in the world due to COVID-19. But it helps to talk about it. Hope somehow you're feeling a little better now.
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
20 May 20
Yes, expressing our thoughts somehow lighten the load. Thank you for your support and listening ear.
@louievill (28851)
• Philippines
20 May 20
What I put in my mind is as long as I don't get in contact with somebody who has it I won't get it, I think that is much easier to do when a person is retired. Another thing I think about is when it's time to go it's time so better to make the most out of life.
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
22 May 20
I am just beginning to enjoy life which is good.
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@cherriefic (10400)
• Philippines
20 May 20
You have to take care of yourself if you want to enjoy the fruits of your labor.
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
20 May 20
That is so true. I will do my best. Take care too.
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@Janet357 (75656)
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20 May 20
you know, one way to face problems is to go and look around. you will realize that you are still more fortunate than these people.
Also.we must accept things that are beyond our control.
I went through depression when i was young, but i cured it klmyself without taking any meds.
Because worrying won't solve our problems.
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
22 May 20
These negative situations also weigh down on me because we are one big human family.
@Lakshman15 (2662)
• India
20 May 20
I don't agree keep sitting in home we don't get virus...our immune system play a big role hear..if you have healthy body they no worries. But taking necessary precarious is also important..
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
20 May 20
I wish I do have a robust body. Unfortunately that is not the case.
