Feeling claustrophobic

[XanaDUer2]

I'm off work on disability. I spend time at home. I'm a homebody, but I get anxious and feel a bit claustrophobic at times. My apt is about 900 sq feet.

Just wondering if anyone else ever feels this way. I don't have a garden, unfortunately

[Irish_Dem]

1. Since the pandemic I have been feeling this way sometimes.

I had to start getting out and walking. The fresh air, nature, and seeing people really help.

I am an introvert, and do fine by myself, but the pandemic has gotten to me.

Also I have been trying to get out more. I put on a mask and walk around a store occasionally.
Or visit with neighbors and family more since I have been vaccinated with booster.

[Tetrachloride]

2. I go for bus rides or walks every day. ( microbuses are cheap in my area)

Movies help. Lots of movies.

In some climates, a raincoat and proper footwear will help. and bug spray.

[Siwsan]

3. I'm stuck in the house. My car is at the mechanic's and the weather has been pretty miserable.

I keep thinking of things I need but I don't want to be a burden on anyone having to come and take me shopping. And, Madoc my kitten, is due for another vaccination and flea treatment.

The weather is so miserable, I don't want to go outside for longer than it takes to get the mail or feed the ferals.

The whole situation has triggered my anxiety issues to flare up, again. So, yea, I am feeling about the same.

Hopefully I'll be back in the driver seat, soon. Meanwhile, deep breaths and I'm focusing on little Madoc.

[Walleye]

5. Same here. Feeling depressed today, but my cat just came and slept on my feet on the couch. He knows

[SheltieLover]

4. Do you have any pets?

[XanaDUer2]

7. Hi yes, we have a cat

He cuddles sometimes. Just been feeling weird

[SheltieLover]

9. Does cuddling with kitty help?

Maybe get some plants? In addition to other suggestions above.

[XanaDUer2]

10. Tiddles is a moody little sucker

He's a former feral. Not cuddly, except when he feels like curling up next to me. He bites when annoyed.

[Mary in S. Carolina]

6. It depends on who you are.

All my life I have considered myself a "people person" and sought out relationships. Since Covid -19 and being in isolation...I have never been happier. It sounds like I was an introvert trying to be an extravert. Is sounds like you may be an extravert and should seek out relationships...pets are awesome.

[Tetrachloride]

8. I also buy omelettes from my omelette master

on weekends at supermarket.