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Introductory TW: Suicide aftermath

Katalina7Casual Contributor14 Oct 2022, 3:39 pm AEDT

Introductory TW: Suicide aftermath

I am Katalina7 I was in a mental Health section for 2 weeks then 104 days. It is a long story but I saw the aftermath of a young boy who died by suicide at work. I was a Manager where I had to open the Centre up, I parked not far from the body did not see him. He was in the Centre hiding for 2 weeks. I was so upset seeing him laying on the ground. I then had people following me even in the car that is when they put me in the mental health section. The Doctors took all tests and blood tests that is when they found the cancer so the young boy saved my life. That is only part of my life in the last 2 years.

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Unknown userMember14 Oct 2022, 3:58 pm AEDT

Re: Introductory TW: Suicide aftermath

Hi @Katalina7, thank you so much for trusting us with your story ❤️ It sounds like it was a really distressing event. It's no wonder it's had a big impact on your life.

How have you been recovering?

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Unknown userMember14 Oct 2022, 5:26 pm AEDT

Re: Introductory TW: Suicide aftermath

@Katalina7

The world works in mysterious ways. What a tragedy, a blessing in disguise and a rocky road for everyone touched by these events. My heart goes out to you, your experiences must have felt like the world was tumbling. I am glad you've joined our community!

Thanks for sharing, I know we talked briefly yesterday, keen to hear more from you, about your story, your interests and all the things that make you, you 🤗

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tymeModerator14 Oct 2022, 7:21 pm AEDT

Re: Introductory TW: Suicide aftermath

Hey @Katalina7 - I was just reading your post and I was thinking "what a blessing in disguise"...just like what @Former-Member said.

Wow! Thank you for sharing!

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Katalina7Casual Contributor14 Oct 2022, 8:01 pm AEDT

Re: Introductory TW: Suicide aftermath

I am not recovering I go to Mental Health and talk to people go to any meetings they have on but i am not recovering to well at all. I need a lot of help my children are to busy for me so it’s not going to well.

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Unknown userMember14 Oct 2022, 8:13 pm AEDT

Re: Introductory TW: Suicide aftermath

Yes, managing with mental health on top of poor physical health can be very debilitating @Katalina7

And yes, your comment about your children being remind me of that Cat Stevens song, Cats in the cradle. Do you know that one?

you said you have been attending meetings and talking to people, have you tried joining a community group that is not centred around mental health? Sometimes they can be a really nice space to meet people and connect, but the focus is not on mental health. This might be a nice way for you to meet some people and build your support network in a roundabout and fun way. I read a few weeks ago, there was a basket weaving group in my town. It was set up by a couple of indigenous elders and they opened it up to everyone. I have been thinking I would really like to go. Maybe your town has something like this?

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