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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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PeregrinefalconSenior Contributor
Hey @creative_writer 💛
I have sent you an email checking in.
It is a powerful thing to recognise that you are not feeling okay and to think about what steps you might be able to put into place to keep yourself safe.
Please do not hesitate to reach out for urgent support:
Lifeline: 13 11 14 or Crisis Chat
Suicide call back service: 1300 659 467 or online counselling
Samaritans: 135 247
If in immediate danger: 000
Sitting with you 💜
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
@PeregrinefalconI just contacted SANE drop in and found it helpful to talk through things. Had to be really cautious about what I spoke about to prevent further triggering. Trauma is hard to talk about, it can bring up so many emotions, and if you are not ready, it can be hard to contain. It really does hurt to have gone through something so traumatic 😢. At least the SI eased after the call, it feels more manageable to keep myself safe.
❤️
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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tymeModerator
O @creative_writer - hugs to you. Are you still out, eating? Or are you home now?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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tymeModerator
I'm interested to hear more about this 'loss' you are feeling @creative_writer . I would have thought that a problem shared is a problem halved. Not judging or anything. I'm just sitting in a curious space. So interested to know about what it is bringing up for you - rather than the content of the discussion itself.
Only if you feel up to sharing.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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tymeModerator
That's okay. @creative_writer . I just want you to know you are not alone. Much has happened which was not your fault and should have never happened.
We are sitting with you.
Hugs, tyme
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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tymeModerator
I somehow believe so too @creative_writer . I believe we often disconnect from hurt in order to survive. Hence, when it does resurface, it can be months or even years later.
Perhaps this is the body's coping mechanism kicking in?
I feel that is what has happened to me too.
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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.
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