Not Coping

Yes if you don’t mind @Former-Member

I’ve tried to go onto it but it says a counselor is unavailable.

I'm sorry the chat didn't work! Have you ever called @Birdofparadise8?

If you prefer a chat function, looks like Beyond Blues is online tonight ❤️

I would call but it’s hard when I live with my parents @Former-Member

I have used them before, but they are pretty useless they just tell me to do eg. have a hot drink or read my book and it will magically make me better.

I do really like Kids Helpline though I find them helpful and it’s nice to have the same counselor to talk to each week.

oh bummer - so sorry that's happened. Well, I'm glad that the SANE chat has been helpful.

I hear that about not wanting to speak on the phone because of a living situation. There are a few people like that.

Well, we're here to chat @Birdofparadise8 ❤️ And if not me, another moderator will be on at 10

Okay thank you @Former-Member

I had work today that was alright it’s just hard once I get home. I find all my emotions surface and just can’t cope with them especially when I’m feel very sad and all the thought keep running through my head.

It's sounds like it's really difficult to manage ❤️ I've had similar experiences at different points.

What kind of strategies have you tried before?

For me, if I don't have much energy, I just try to distract myself for a little while. But If I'm feeling up for a little more, I try to find another outlet for the racing thoughts or feelings like sadness.

I'm gunna wrap soon, but I know others are here ❤️

I have numerous strategies like reading, watching tv, going for a walk, progressive muscle relaxation, meditation, 5 senses and probably some more I can’t remember.

Sometimes I just can’t be bothered to try them when I’m feel overwhelmed though.

Yeah all good @Former-Member I hope you have a good rest of your night.

I’m about to go to bed as I’ve had to substitute medications and this one puts me to sleep.

But have you ever tried white noise? @Birdofparadise8. I’ve got a little one with different noises. I like the sound of rain or thunder. I go to bed and listen to it. Sometimes it can block out thoughts?

No I haven’t @Captain24, but I do try and do a meditation each night and that usually puts me to sleep plus my sleeping medication that’s doesn’t seem to be working as much.

Have a good sleep.

Morning @Captain24 @Shaz51 @creative_writer @tyme @Eve7 @Former-Member @Jynx

How is everyone going today I hope you all have a great day.