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Oh dear I am so sorry @jaysonsmom
My husband will not get vaccinated. He is sure of deeper conspiracies, of dangerous outcomes, of defiantly proving he won't be "coerced". Add a cry of "FREEDOM" in here too.
I'm tired and depressed. Conversations and logic have not been as powerful as his conspiracy theories. When shown any sort of statistic, such as unvaccinated/vaccinated hospitalization rates, I am told that "they" have manipulated the statistics. It's a slippery rabbit hole. I am just so tired, mad and frustrated.
Mostly I am just worried about him. He is under 50, should be okay when he finally gets sick. He gets tested weekly for his work, so he should know soon enough to get help if needed.
2021 was rough, I am not sure 2022 will be much better. Thanks for listening.
I'm sorry for "breaking the rules" Matata but @MMtwo (((((Hugs))))). You have done all you can do and in the end you can only truly control your behavior. Here's hoping your DH remains well. And if he does get sick he makes a full recovery.
I am so sorry because I can only imagine how challenging this must be. And FWIW I feel 2022 will be a much better year. Fingers crossed! XOXO.
My husband will not get vaccinated. He is sure of deeper conspiracies, of dangerous outcomes, of defiantly proving he won't be "coerced". Add a cry of "FREEDOM" in here too.
I'm tired and depressed. Conversations and logic have not been as powerful as his conspiracy theories. When shown any sort of statistic, such as unvaccinated/vaccinated hospitalization rates, I am told that "they" have manipulated the statistics. It's a slippery rabbit hole. I am just so tired, mad and frustrated.
Mostly I am just worried about him. He is under 50, should be okay when he finally gets sick. He gets tested weekly for his work, so he should know soon enough to get help if needed.
2021 was rough, I am not sure 2022 will be much better. Thanks for listening.
@tyty333 thanks for letting me know you're in the same boat. I'm so sorry that you are. There is no uncomplicated way through. Sending a hug and wishes for health for your family member.I'm in the same boat @MMtwo with a younger family member. I cant even speak to them about it or I am ignored for long periods
of time. I have figured out that nothing I can say will change their mind so I have dropped the subject and hope for the best. Problem
is that when they do catch it, I'm probably going to have to be the one to take care of them. Not really fair is it? I can either keep
beating my head against a wall and ruin the relationship without changing a thing or, I can keep my mouth shut and hope for the
best. I have reluctantly chosen to keep my mouth shut.
hi @allycat0303 I'm so sorry your husband is ill. I hope it is brief and he is back to feeling better soon. He's lucky to have you there for his support. In no way could you go through this and not struggle with fear. You love him. Big hugs.Hi MMtwo,
My husband just tested positive (Double Vaccinated) and is self isolating. I’m now quarantined as well but I’m triple… and so far negative.
Even though he is vaccinated and zero co-morbidities… there’s a little part of me that is worried.
So I wanted to tell you. I’m so sorry you are going through the stress and anxiety of this. The only thing I can tell you is that, ultimately, you can’t control this. You’ve done you part and what you can. As a healthcare worker… I often have to repeat it to myself dozens of times during the day “It’s in God/universe/higher power’s hands”
Sending you huge hugs.
@tyty333 thanks for letting me know you're in the same boat. I'm so sorry that you are. There is no uncomplicated way through. Sending a hug and wishes for health for your family member.
I suspect that some humans "make it go away" by pushing it away. The vaccine becomes a symbol of mortality. The vaccinated become "weak". I have no idea. When COVID came out, talking about it was terrifying to him. Over time, I suspect that terror was channeled into controlling the narrative. He gets angry when I show him data. That's just not a rational response. What I am doing is threatening his narrative he built out of cards.
When my mom was diagnosed with cancer years ago, she said when the doctor told her, "You have breast cancer" her reply was, "I don't know you". Again, less about breast cancer and more about our weird human quirks and how we deal with danger.
Big sigh, big hug, let's hope these guys are okay.
hi @allycat0303 I'm so sorry your husband is ill. I hope it is brief and he is back to feeling better soon. He's lucky to have you there for his support. In no way could you go through this and not struggle with fear. You love him. Big hugs.
Bless you for your compassion and care. Someday I hope we can figure out what exactly went sideways in a productive way. In the end, you are right and wise. We just cannot make people do things they do not want to do.
Thank you so much for all you do.
MMtwo,
I agree with the pushing away. My husband is quarantining but he took another home rapid test (his 3rd rapid and he had PCR) because he’s convinced it’s a mistake!!!!! I bought A LOT of home rapid tests… but he’s so obviously positive. Multiple positive and he’s sick as a dog! He doesn’t want to accept it.
Humans have different ways to deal with trauma and stress. I think this is part of it as well. It’s been a very hard few years emotionally, financially etc. all puked on top of one another.
can your hubby get to a doctor or ring someone ?
Daisy,
Lol. I am a doctor. But you know, loved ones never believe anything I say. I have no idea why.
I hope your neighbors stop! Don’t go up and confront them. Domestic disturbances can get so ugly.
things just got worse
the adult daughter just came over and told us to stop calling the police or she will beat up the mother
anyway words were spoken
she said it was none of our bussiness
im happy to stay out of it but the mother called me and Gary by name to ring the cops
i said the whole street can hear and im sick of it
the bit*h said i can move
i said its my house im not moving
she said its hers too
i said no its not, you only rent
i was pretty hot under the collar by then
i dont get hot under the collar very often so i have little practice
honestly i am very usettled
Oh Daisy.....
Do be careful!
You cannot reason with these neighbors!
Stay safe!
thnak you
i hate confronattion of any kind
i would hide myself in the bathroom and cry but its the room cloesest to the enighbours
i really want to hang out the washing and check on the stray mommy cat
i guess he will have seen and heard worse in his life but we had just started to get less timid
MMtwo,
I agree with the pushing away. My husband is quarantining but he took another home rapid test (his 3rd rapid and he had PCR) because he’s convinced it’s a mistake!!!!! I bought A LOT of home rapid tests… but he’s so obviously positive. Multiple positive and he’s sick as a dog! He doesn’t want to accept it.
Humans have different ways to deal with trauma and stress. I think this is part of it as well. It’s been a very hard few years emotionally, financially etc. all puked on top of one another.
Oh no, are the police still nearby? That poor older lady.
@allycat0303
What is it with these "tough guys"? My husband informed me the other day if he popped positive by PCR, but had no symptoms, he would assume it was a false positive. I told him he would HAVE TO SIT STILL IN THE HOUSE anyhow. I will sit on him if I have to.
things just got worse
the adult daughter just came over and told us to stop calling the police or she will beat up the mother
anyway words were spoken
she said it was none of our bussiness
im happy to stay out of it but the mother called me and Gary by name to ring the cops
i said the whole street can hear and im sick of it
the bit*h said i can move
i said its my house im not moving
she said its hers too
i said no its not, you only rent
i was pretty hot under the collar by then
i dont get hot under the collar very often so i have little practice
honestly i am very usettled