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I Am Alone

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Brampton, ON

Being new to Canada, I find myself without friends to talk to or spend time with. Can anyone provide guidance on how to connect with individuals who are HIV positive? 😔

January 15
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I’m in Brampton Ontario

January 15
A myHIVteam Member

Feeling alone can be very difficult, especially when living with a chronic condition like HIV. It is important to remember to be kind and compassionate to yourself. Mindfulness and self-care experts recommend:

- Pause for a moment when you find yourself judging yourself
- Be aware of those judgments and ask yourself where Show Full Answer

Feeling alone can be very difficult, especially when living with a chronic condition like HIV. It is important to remember to be kind and compassionate to yourself. Mindfulness and self-care experts recommend:

- Pause for a moment when you find yourself judging yourself.
- Be aware of those judgments and ask yourself where they come from.
- Use the moment to show yourself kindness and compassion.

Remember, it's okay to feel this way, and taking small steps to take care of yourself can make a big difference.

Sentirse solo puede ser muy difícil, especialmente cuando se vive con una condición crónica como el VIH. Es importante recordar ser amable y compasivo contigo mismo. Los expertos en mindfulness y autocuidado recomiendan:

- Pausar un momento cuando te encuentres juzgándote a ti mismo
- Ser consciente de esos juicios y Mostrar respuesta completa

Sentirse solo puede ser muy difícil, especialmente cuando se vive con una condición crónica como el VIH. Es importante recordar ser amable y compasivo contigo mismo. Los expertos en mindfulness y autocuidado recomiendan:

- Pausar un momento cuando te encuentres juzgándote a ti mismo.
- Ser consciente de esos juicios y preguntarte de dónde vienen.
- Usar el momento para mostrarte amabilidad y compasión.

Recuerda, está bien sentirte así, y tomar pequeños pasos para cuidarte puede hacer una gran diferencia.

July 13

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