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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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PaperdaisySenior Contributor
It's not Australia wide yet @Captain24 just select areas so that might explain it. I'll look into it for you 😊
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Captain24Senior Contributor
It’s all good @Paperdaisy. If it’s meant to be then it’ll happen. If it’s not then so be it. Keeping my job is more important right now anyway
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SnowieSenior Contributor
@creative_writer I have a weighted blanket that I use a lot but it is too big to take to my psych appointments. I have taken my teddy to my appt. before and have a few little toys that I use too.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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SnowieSenior Contributor
I find scents good too @creative_writer I have some oils in small bottles that I use and take with me.
My psych must think I bring a packed bag to every appointment!!! She doesn't seem to mind.
Will say goodnight. My meds are kicking in so will hopefully be asleep soon.
I hope tomorrow goes ok for you
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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hanamiSenior Contributor
Hey @creative_writer
I hear you! When I lived with my mum it was constant. She constantly triggered my anxiety. I let it get to me all the time as I couldn't see how it would ever stop. It did thank goodness.
Thinking of you
❤️
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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hanamiSenior Contributor
Yes I used to feel guilty too. But then once I had my own children I realised it wasn't up to me to meet my mother's needs. I would never expect that of my own children so why did I ever expect myself to do it for my mother? She had her own issues and I was the child. She was the adult. She was meant to love and be there for me unconditionally. Yet she made me feel guilty and that I somehow owed her something. I remember feeling this way from VERY young age.
Sending hugs
❤️
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