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SirineSenior Contributor
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Hey @Sirine,
Gosh, you've got a lot going on. I don't blame you for feeling overwhelmed and having thoughts of not wanting to be here. Having financial struggles on top of complex mental health is a lot. I can hear you're going through a big transition. What keeps you going through all of this?
I'm not sure if you're on top of SANE services but I'd really encourage you to call the drop-in service and speak to a counsellor today- 1800 187 263.
Here with you,
Sphinxly
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SirineSenior Contributor
@Former-Member thank you I will give them a call
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hanamiSenior Contributor
Hi @Sirine
Just checking in to see if you called and how you're feeling now?
Warmest wishes
Hanami
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SirineSenior Contributor
@hanami I tried but was on hold for over 15 mins. I ended up calling ahs instead. Have stopped crying for now but to scared to go home. At my friend place but she had to go out so am alone. I don't know what to do. But thank you for checking in with me.xx
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hanamiSenior Contributor
Oh being on hold isn't good and can feel frustrating. Can you stay at your friend's place. Just being away from home can be a relief. I know when my anxiety has overwhelmed me in the past I feel worse when I'm at home alone. When I'm out I'm not as bad. We have some Safehaven houses in our area that many people in mental health crises find helpful. Do you have those in your area?
Keep reaching out here - talk about anything that might keep your mind away from your own overwhelming thoughts.
❤️
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SirineSenior Contributor
@hanami I think there are safe houses here but they have very short opening times and I can't remember what they are. I have to go home at some stage for my dogs. I have no idea what mood my flatmate will be in and I really can't deal with her abuse. Every time something doesn't suit her she's moving out and blaming me because I'm not well. She also tells me she knows all about bpd and how to deal with it hahaha what bs. I don't feel safe at home. She's so moody I think she has bpd and narcissistic tendencies too. I'm so over being taken advantage of. She pays rent but that's it. She steals food, uses all my laundry liquid then tops it with water and lies. I want to live alone I wish it was on a farm so I could just have animals. I should ask her to leave but I can't afford the rent on my own. I'm stuck between a rock and a hard place
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hanamiSenior Contributor
Ugh, sounds like a really crappy situation. And her claims to know about BPD are pretty patronising. I feel for you!
What sort of dogs do you have? I have a British bulldog and a Boston terrier and they literally lay around all day and sleep.
❤️
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MDTSenior Contributor
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Hey @Sirine,
How are travelling now?
Xx
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SirineSenior Contributor
@Former-Member she's not home yay. I'm ok at the moment but I think I need to ask her to leave. What she does triggers me so much. I've been abused my whole life, I just want peace. Am trying to find a cheaper place to live so I don't need to share but it's hard as I have dogs. I'm so tired of abuse and being taken advantage of. So quiet night tonight and going out for a bonfire tomorrow night. Thanks for checking in
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