What helps you when you are down or stressed

What a great thread! I must admitt that one of the big positives for me is this site and the amazing women that share such personal experiences- I gather a great deal of inspiration from these stories and the honesty that everyone shows...I am a daily addict and when I feel alone I read the stories to help me feel more connected to other ladies going through BC! I am lucky to have one of those massage chairs (bought years ago in a frenzied momment!) and I must admit one of the best investments I ever made!! I have a furry magnet called Sasha - my gorgeous maltese that is with me 24/7 and 2 other furry friends called Molly and Phoebe so 2 walks a day is absolutely mandatory and over the past 3 months has kept me stronger both emotionally and physically ...the weekends are always long walks usually near the water for visual relaxation as well...I write 3 postive thoughts a day, I pray all the time and have found a real connection to healing prayers and a reconnection with my faith that I think I lost before BC...I think Mich you are just 'inspirational' with all that you have been through yet you come through so strong and positive - this road is tough especially with complications so your posts always cheer me up! I have a wonderful partner that I thank god for everyday and as I have been in and of hospital and a bit weak I have become a bit of a foxtel addict (need to change that one!)...I saw a psychologist that looked about 15 so that one did not work for me but I know there are some great ones out there....Anyway, these are a few of my coping strategies and I loved reading everyones - thank you E xx