Connect with people who understand what you are going through, seek advice and surround yourself with support. We're free, anonymous, and professionally moderated 24/7.
creative_writerSenior Contributor
I have been struggling a lot lately with suicidal thoughts. It’s become a daily occurrence and it’s been really overwhelming to cope. I am safe right but having to fight this is very exhausting. I feel so trapped, I am tired of living in pain, fear and shame. I feel like a burden to people and unimportant.
In response to: Struggling: TW suicide
creative_writerSenior Contributor
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
FloatingFeatherSenior Contributor
It's a shame you didn't get to share with your GP around how you are feeling at the moment @creative_writer. I understand what you mean when you say you were too tired - those emotional conversations can really take it out of us but I would gently encourage you to have another chat with your GP soon (when you are feeling more up to it) around your feelings and your thoughts.
My best friend had a pretty bad year this year and said to me something like `I feel bad feeling this way as so many people have it worse off'. I said perhaps they have but that doesn't negate your feelings and what you are going through. Your feelings are your truth and it's not comparable to how anyone else is going. You are processing a lot and it will take time - be kind to yourself and understanding. It's good that you are honest with your feelings - I always say to my kids you might be able to lie to a lot of people but you can't lie to yourself.
Thank you for letting us know you are safe - we are always here for you. Keep reaching out whenever you need to.
Hugs,
FloatingFeather
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
creative_writerSenior Contributor
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
tymeModerator
Hey @creative_writer ,
How are you my dear? I'm just catching up on what is happening.
Do you have another truster person you can speak to?
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
creative_writerSenior Contributor
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
tymeModerator
Have you heard of the HOPE program? Not sure if you have it in your area @creative_writer - it's like a 6 week program/support (Hospital Outreach Post-suicidal Engagement). I've know people to have found it very helpful.
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
creative_writerSenior Contributor
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
tymeModerator
Despite the long wait list, are you able to put your name on it anyway? @creative_writer
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
creative_writerSenior Contributor
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
tymeModerator
Isn't this support for YOU? @creative_writer
Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.
Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.
You’ll soon be able to use one secure login to access all SANE services.
For added security, members are now required to log in with their email address and password - member names are no longer supported for logging in.
If you had a Forums account before 19 May 2026 and haven’t set up your new login yet, you'll be prompted to set up your new secure login when you sign-in.
Fields marked * are required
