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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.
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tymeModerator
One thing I was told and I will always cling to, "If you are not happy before marriage, don't think marriage will make you happy". @creative_writer - This was what a very close friend said to me. So I've always been really careful. I don't want to go into a marriage and 'ruin' someone else's life because I haven't sorted myself out yet. I hear of too many break ups.
I'm not saying marriages don't have ups and downs. Of course they do. But one needs to be prepared for it. Otherwise, it ultimately affects one's parents and children.
At the moment, I am SOOOOOO satisfied being on my own. I'm so free. And I love being able to be free.
As I've said before, I am purely speaking about my own life experiences. I don't expect you to be the same. You can absolutely disregard the above. Culture, tradition and family plays a huge role in lives. I'm glad my parents never said I had to get married.
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tymeModerator
Hey @Bow , I've just put a quick trigger warning on your above post regarding involuntary stays. Hope that's okay! But yes, I absolutely agree with you! NOT the best place.
As I said, @creative_writer , it doesn't happen because they like it.
@Bow , how you are also okay. I know it can bring up some not-so-pleasant memories.
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tymeModerator
Anyway my dear loved ones @creative_writer @Bow - I'm hopping off for the evening. I hope to speak to you both tomorrow 🙂
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BowSenior Contributor
Thanks @tyme hope you rest well
im gonna head to bed too @creative_writer way past my bedtime as my mum pointed out at the end of the movie we watched!
chat tomorrow
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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JynxModerator
Hey @creative_writer here if you wanna chat. What's happening for you this morning?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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