Depression and anxiety

Its not that i want to give up i just want to feel normal. Recently My daughters were stolen from me by their mother and taken to NSW. Ive had full custody of the girls for the last 2 years while shes been in rehab. Anyway the stress of not being able to legally do anything has destroyed me. Just to get a lawyer is going to financially destroy me and by then the Kids schooling is out of wack. My kids are being withheld from calling me and i have no idea why? I tried to be a good dad and let the mum visit when she got out of rehab. And even let her have weekends. Now shes packed them off to Sydney and i didnt even get to say goodbye.

Ive tried over half a dozen mediations low dose high dose. Talking to people really doesnt help for me personally.

Has anyone tried Hypnosis im not exactly sure if they can block some bad memory in my past but im willing to try.

@Ben24 I am sorry that has happened to you. Are you able to access Legal Aid? Even if you can’t you are entitled to one phone consult with them which could help you know what your options are. I am not surprised you are feeling as you are, you are going through a lot. Please make sure you are looking after yourself especially now. I hope that you get to see your kids soon.

Sorry you don’t feel talking helps, it’s not for everyone. I haven’t tried hypnosis but I’ve heard it can help, no harm in giving it a go!

I find music helpful, putting on my earphones and turning the music up loud and shutting out the world for a bit can sometimes really help. Have you tried a men’s support group?

I’ve had days where even brushing my teeth felt impossible.

@Arsenamail those sort of days are really hard and I hope you have some support.