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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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tymeModerator
I think the pain in the bones is related to some virus? @creative_writer - it's the sort you get when you have a fever...
As for my niece and nephew, I didn't see them much in the past, but since moving recently, I live practically next door to them so they are always at my place. They are so mischievous!
Do you have little kids around you?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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tymeModerator
Agreed @creative_writer - i certainly feel better being with children. I have considered youth peer work/counselling. But not right now.
Are you studies generally working with adults?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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tymeModerator
I never thought I'd enjoy working with youth.... @creative_writer - I'm learning though. There is so much to learn. And yes, they have so much potential.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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tymeModerator
Makes sense @creative_writer - i guess you need to feel ready in yourself.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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tymeModerator
Do you enjoy cooking @creative_writer ? Sorry to go off track. But I know food plays a huge part in some cultures and acts as a form of therapy.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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