Not Coping

Thank you @creative_writer

I still kind of do, but oh well.

Anyone watching the AFL Carlton is thrashing. Port Adelaide @creative_writer @Jynx @Shaz51

@Birdofparadise8 Maybe you're sad because you've been sad for so long, and that in and of itself is really heavy. Maybe it's because you're disconnected and isolated, and feel misunderstood. Maybe you're sad because your needs aren't being met. Maybe it's all of the above.

Sometimes the why isn't as important as what you do with it. You're already reaching out for connection in a safe space, which is awesome. Have you called any helplines today? Maybe give KHL a buzz?

I'm just happy they are winning so my dad won't complain, lol that they are losing.

I go for Carlton, so it's good they are winning.

Though it's not helping my mood right now @creative_writer

I think it's all of the above and so much more.

I'm not sure I've already talked to them twice this week and I do have a session with my regular again tomorrow so I don't want to burden them too much @Jynx.

It's hard I don't want to be a burden but then at the came time I'm conflicted about whether to reach out or not.

That's exactly what the helplines are there for @Birdofparadise8 - to utilise them as needed. It's not burdensome to be using a service for its intended purpose. You deserve that support just as much as the next person. But it is also good to hear that you have a session with your regular tomorrow. Calling a different helpline like SCBS is also an option! Whatever you need to do to get the support and connection you need.

Mmm, okay, I'll think about it and see how things go.

I'm just trying to monitor how I'm feeling right now.

I just don't want things to get worse over the next few days. My SI and SH thoughts are getting worse.

I don't know what to do. I feel lost @Jynx

Take it one step, one minute at a time @Birdofparadise8. Like you say, just being present to yourself in this moment is the way to go I think, rather than worrying about things potentially getting worse in the future. Maybe instead of focusing on 'doing', just focus on 'being'.