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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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NatureLoverSenior Contributor
@Helpmeheal I'm sorry to hear you are also suffering from suicidal thoughts 😞
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
I’m in this weird state of mind, I can’t help but wonder how much difference does my existence even make to people. I am just one small person among the many people out there. I am safe right now.
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JynxModerator
Hey @creative_writer - someone once said to me "No single raindrop believes it caused the flood." The universe is so weird in that we are such tiny, seemingly insignificant specks, yet we can have such profoundly meaningful and impactful lives. You matter to us, that's for sure 💜
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HelpmehealSenior Contributor
@creative_writer @I hope that writing gives you some release from the dark thoughts. We are in this together, we can support each other. Keep reminding one another that there is a spark of hope. Always, even if we sometimes lose sight of it, there is hope. We just need to keep reminding one another. Hope you are doing ok this evening…
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NatureLoverSenior Contributor
@creative_writer wrote:
@NatureLoverwriting does get dark during rough patches. I keep a lot of it to myself because it’s that intense. Things have been fluctuating. I’m okay as long as my mind doesn’t think about things, but you can’t exactly do that 24/7. I hope you are doing well ❤️
@creative_writer it's hard to control our thoughts! I'm sorry yours have been so dark and hopeless lately 💔
I'm doing OK thanks.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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WilhelminaContributor
I've been struggling with suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression, paranoia and ptsd
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OtterSenior Contributor
Hi @Wilhelmina ,
Just want to welcome you firstly to the boards as a new contributor and say welcome aboard!
Also wanted to throw in that it’s really important you are able to access professional help as needed beyond the Forums when these thoughts of ending your life begin to come up for you. As we are not a crisis service, just want to offer a friendly reminder you can reach out to SCBS on 1300 659 467 (or Lifeline, 13 11 14) if you need immediate assistance or are concerned about your current safety.
Warmest regards and hope the day is treating you well,
Otter
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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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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