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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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Captain24Senior Contributor
It’s just so hard @creative_writer
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PaperdaisySenior Contributor
I'm sorry you're struggling so much and feel you can't be open here @Captain24 @creative_writer
I would encourage you to contact the counsellors as it's a space where you can say a bit more. I hope things settle for you both 🖤
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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PaperdaisySenior Contributor
So lovely to have you supporting each other @creative_writer @Captain24 the counsellors are so lovely aren't they 😊
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Captain24Senior Contributor
That so true @creative_writer
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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heya @creative_writer ❤️ Thanks for telling us about how you're feeling today. It seems like some big thoughts.
To me, it sounds like you've worked really hard on being independent as a way to feel safe. And that's ok. I think I've been in a similar place to you after some really traumatic things happened to me ❤️ And I know why and what it meant to me, but I'm wondering what it looks like for you?
And I'm still catching up over the last few days, but I noticed sometimes you feel like you censor yourself to avoid triggering others. Have a look through this post. I've found it really useful ❤️ How to guide: Create safety online when talking about suicide
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Captain24Senior Contributor
Im sharing the pain with you @creative_writer
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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Captain24Senior Contributor
I totally get what you are saying @creative_writer Especially the mood disorder.
I have bipolar and I think it’s causing issues. Still trying to find the correct medications and doses. But with my current depressive state I can’t have anti-depressants as they send me into a hypo.
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