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Pandora80Casual Contributor
Hey Everyone.
Im new to this. Just need to reach out to people who understand. I feel like Alice going down a dark hole. Before she got to wonderland she had to fall. It’s the falling that's so hard. I do intend on getting a psychiatrists help.
Thanks for reading & Take Care.
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Captain24Senior Contributor
Hi @Pandora80
Welcome to the forums.
I like that analogy, I’m hoping my wonderland is close by.
Im glad you are reaching out for support.
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JynxModerator
Welcome @Pandora80 glad to have you with us! I can totally relate to how scary it can feel to be slipping down the rabbit hole. Good on you for pushing through to reach out for some connection and supoprt, that step in itself can feel so hard when we're in that dark mental place. If you're looking for some spaces to connect, you can find a collection of social spaces here. We also got some general Tips & Tricks and some handy info about online communication if you wanted to have a gander! Looking forward to seeing you round the forums 😊
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AinjouleSenior Contributor
Hey @Pandora80
Glad you are posting about it. I hope that here you find an umbrella to slow your fall. Good on you for seeking support.
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MJG017Senior Contributor
Hi @Pandora80, welcome to the forum. I must admit, recently i've been thinking there is no end to this 'fall' as you put it. But reading your post was a good reminder for me to stay motivated to keep trying to find some sort of 'wonderland'.
I hope your fall ends soon.
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rav3nSenior Contributor
Welcome to the forums @Pandora80, we're so glad to have you here 💗
I've fallen down the 'blackhole' many times myself, but I've noticed that each time its gotten much easier to pull myself up and recover - and reaching out for help was a big part of that so its great to hear you're interested in seeing a psychiatrist. An awesome first step 😊
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ChouxieChouSenior Contributor
Hey there lady,
I didn’t t catch your name. It’s scary as c s Lewis intended, but what is he recalled for .. eugenics?
You have indeed fallen into a rabbit hole, but is a proper rabbit warren of community and really great camaraderie, good referral and we are your gang next time someone tries to give you shit! You are us 🙂 welcome and chillax. This is a super accepting space
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AsgardSenior Contributor
Hi @Pandora80
Nice to meet you and I do love the handle. Glad that you have found yourself here as this is a great community of people who allows you to be you. There are always people on here who will listen and who offer the best advice. Hope your landing is smooth...........Asgard
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