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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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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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heya @creative_writer, I'm only here for a short time today, but just wanted to send you a big hug ❤️
It sounds like a whole heap of new information/emotion for your brain and body. It sounds like it's pretty difficult ❤️ From my own experiences, this has happened with me every now and again too. It really sucked for me.
I wonder if it feels enough to share that this is happening at the moment, or if there is something else you would find useful and supportive? I never want to assume what folks need ❤️
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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hanamiSenior Contributor
Hi @creative_writer
It can be so hard to know what we need when our minds feel like they are in this mixed up kind of state. You may already do it but journaling always helps me to process things when they are 'stuck' in my mind. Often drawing and using really dark colours helps me too. Kind of gets it out of my head and onto something else that's tangible.
Big hugs to you when you are dealing with so many emotions right now.
Hanami
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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hanamiSenior Contributor
I agree that it can be hard to keep up with journalling. I love poetry. I love to read poetry especially. Do you also read it? What are some things you like to do for self-care. My favourite thing at the moment is to sit in our massage chair at the end of the day.
Hugs
Hanami ❤️
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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