tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32901588.post263825280046698923..comments2023-10-28T18:51:19.203+04:30Comments on Frida's Notebook: Black dog days: IIFrida Worldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07878651630529664531noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32901588.post-80173322021093115912007-01-17T20:47:00.000+04:302007-01-17T20:47:00.000+04:30I really can't imagine the daily circumstances you...I really can't imagine the daily circumstances you live with, just the threat of a suicide attack. I am thinking of you and glad to hear you are taking steps to take extra loving care of yourself there. And as for your assistants, I suppose domestic violence is so entrenched for many there that some truly don't feel it is always wrong. I bet your sharing your perspective planted important seeds.Alex Shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02109059018269508607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32901588.post-22867094416922735122007-01-17T07:42:00.000+04:302007-01-17T07:42:00.000+04:30Hello my darling girl! Blues for the blues, I hat...Hello my darling girl! Blues for the blues, I hate to think of you so down. However I really am so amazed and heartened at the huge increase in your readership!! You are obviously having such a profound impact not only on those people you are directly and indirectly helping in Afghanistan, but on a growing number of people around the world too! And I am thinking that it is partly as a result of your feeling the way that you do that you spend so much time writing your blog, because it must be a very cathartic way to express your frustrations and also your successes. And the extent to which you are inspiring people makes me even more proud of you (hard to imagine how that's possible but it's true!!). I would love to have a chat to you, can you email me with a number?<br />Love you loads Munty and I wish you happiness or at the very least peace of mind. <br />xxxxxxxxjojomonkeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10307647027705592825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32901588.post-27426489567882362222007-01-17T07:40:00.000+04:302007-01-17T07:40:00.000+04:30Do you have some paint or art supplies lying aroun...Do you have some paint or art supplies lying around? Whenever I get the blues, creating art, and using the treadmill, get me better.<br /><br />I won't say "hang in there" because maybe somewhere less hostile would be better for you..<br /><br />Something that can easily get me depressed is simply reading the newspaper--all those injustices and my zero power--like, just reading about that divorce case got me kinda down. At least you have some power to fight for the right! :D xoxo cool sista![a}https://www.blogger.com/profile/06965188295886556899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32901588.post-9463591651922150442007-01-17T06:48:00.000+04:302007-01-17T06:48:00.000+04:30You look so beautiful in that picture and the ligh...You look so beautiful in that picture and the lighting in that room is exquisite. As Suzanna mentioned, just resting can help to. Nap a lot wearing your fav pajamas! Remember that some time back home is just around the corner... I'm sending you the brightest warm thoughts! xAlessandra Cavehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14942170876244975735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32901588.post-3805638322011424072007-01-17T03:32:00.000+04:302007-01-17T03:32:00.000+04:30Hey there, I'm glad that you're feeling a bit bett...Hey there, I'm glad that you're feeling a bit better today. I find To Do lists and going for walks really helpful when I'm feeling down, too. Sounds like you are a good teacher, Frida. You're able to see the whole picture in a situation and then patiently allow your students to see the whole picture for themselves.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32901588.post-83559563644509586602007-01-17T02:22:00.000+04:302007-01-17T02:22:00.000+04:30Dear Frida - I posted your name to a friend's elec...Dear Frida - I posted your name to a friend's electronic prayer list that goes all over the world. Everyday the new intentions are read and those voices are lifted worldwide. It's good that you are doing simple disciplines to help move your work forward and just by the way were able to gently teach a young woman that there is never a good reason for a man to strike a woman in anger. Beautiful picture. God bless you.Annie Jeffrieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15415548089882625246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32901588.post-219241801112264272007-01-17T01:25:00.000+04:302007-01-17T01:25:00.000+04:30oh my love, i am sorry to hear about your doggie f...oh my love, i am sorry to hear about your doggie friend - i've had one with me since R died, though these last few months he has been finding other ways to amuse himself and paying me less attention. it must be so frustrating not being able to move about as freely as you normally would - i thought everyone's advice on the last post was very spot on, and i'm glad you're looking at ways to tackle this (though often, we just need to lie down and accept it. to take that time out and be gentle with ourselves, you know?) i'm sending you lots of love, sweet girl, and i'm holding your hand... xxooSusannah Conwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11729273567277588887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32901588.post-64420491657398381812007-01-17T00:53:00.000+04:302007-01-17T00:53:00.000+04:30Yes, walks and other simple exercises or activitie...Yes, walks and other simple exercises or activities can help lift that cloud! Be good to yourself! The photo is absolutely gorgeous.paris parfaithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05457437124988976587noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32901588.post-60541503622823237982007-01-17T00:09:00.000+04:302007-01-17T00:09:00.000+04:30Darling Frida,
It sounds like you have a plan. Wh...Darling Frida,<br />It sounds like you have a plan. While I don't suffer from depression, I do sometimes suffer from obsessive thoughts when I see a particularly grim case or read something terrible. I just can't stop thinking about it. Particularly anything having to do with torture or child abuse. So I made the decision to do less direct human rights work and now spend more of my time on advocacy and empowerment. It was a choice I had to make - I just found I was spending too much time immersed in sadness, otherwise. <br /><br />You will find your way. I know you have inner reserves of strength. And when you don't, spend as much time with others as possible.<br /><br />PS I am linking you - sorry I had not gotten around to doing this before.Maryam in Marrakeshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04847860772735091153noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32901588.post-1880810758980716682007-01-16T19:38:00.000+04:302007-01-16T19:38:00.000+04:30It is mostly the little things can make the bigges...It is mostly the little things can make the biggest difference, Frida... it sounds good what you are doing and planning.<br />Please be safe- and, I love your picture- you look as young as those schoolgirls!<br />Lots of love and I will light a candle for YOU today!Reginahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14287107184977896696noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32901588.post-60943839213834550362007-01-16T19:19:00.000+04:302007-01-16T19:19:00.000+04:30Well, I had similar issues when during my last sti...Well, I had similar issues when during my last stint in Kabul. Lots of stress coupled with failing health. It's difficult when you're already feeling worn down to make the decisions that will make you more comfortable/happy in the long run. But it sounds like you're on the right track. I am sending you healing vibes. :)<br /><br />On a side note, I think that teaching your assistants is one of the best things you can do. It's a simple task (the case notes) but has a long lasting impact. Honor your work. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com