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
tymeModerator
Have you ever done the tense-relax muscle relaxation mindfulness task? @creative_writer . So basically, you lie down, start at your toes and work up to your head - tense each muscle for a few seconds, then relax.
It really does make a difference. Allows you to physically remove some tension that is probably building up in your body.
But yes, pain and MH is interrelated.
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
creative_writerSenior Contributor
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
tymeModerator
Yes, @creative_writer - try it. Look it up. I'm sure others will have a better explanation than me... I'm talking about it based on my experience. I'm sure others will have a better explanation. It's called Progressive Muscle Relaxation.
Try it. I'd be interested to know how you go. I think you need to practise it for it to be effective though.
I'll be logging off shortly, but I look forward to catching you tomorrow 🙂
Please take care. You are powerful. Don't let anyone take that power from you!
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
creative_writerSenior Contributor
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
creative_writerSenior Contributor
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
creative_writerSenior Contributor
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
creative_writerSenior Contributor
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
creative_writerSenior Contributor
In response to: Re: Struggling: TW suicide
RiverSealModerator
Hi @creative_writer
Sometimes finding the right words isn't important but staying connected can be really helpful!
I'm here to support you if you want to post more about how you are feeling today. 😊
Lovely to see you on the Forums today!
Take care
RiverSeal
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
