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Am Not Coping

Am Not Coping

I am really not coping at the moment but this is entirely on ME!

This is a message for a few people on here @utopia @Former-Member @Faith-and-Hope @Former-Member

that I asked could be passed on but it seems that only part of it has been and I understand from the responses that have made it through my emails that I have caused untold distress for some people. I was not going to return because of what I felt I put people through but I especially wanted @utopia and @Former-Member to know that they were not wrong at the time and I was going through a real crisis period. You both held me together for longer than I could myself until the point where my own self-destructive thoughts overwhelmed me.

The entire message that I sent to SANE is below:

I have just viewed the multitude of emails and messages sent from forum members and members of the SANE team – as well as the text and voice message left on my phone.

I have not been able to communicate with anyone since the other night as I have been recovering from what ended up being an unsuccessful attempt to end the pain.

At the time I was in a very distressed state and I did want to stop the pain and all I seemed to achieve is to cause others pain and worry and that is the last thing I wanted to do – I just wanted to end mine and say goodbye to everyone beforehand so my future absence was explained. I should have realised that the message I posted would have concerned some people but I really was not in any state to think about the repercussions for others.

I am so sorry I caused so much distress to others – that is something I will have to hopefully try and live with.

I don’t believe after the concern and anxiety I caused to so many that I will ever be able to return to the forum.

Can someone from the SANE team please explain all this to all those involved and pass on my gratitude for their compassion, concerns and kind words throughout the time I have been part of the ‘forum family’.

Thank you and sorry again for the difficult position I put everyone in.

Zoe7

I do not want any responses from any of you. I just wanted to let you know exactly what has happened and let you know how truly sorry I am for hurting people I have come to think of as friends and family, and who I really care about.

Your support, advice and compassion are what make you all the wonderful people you are.

@utopia and @Former-Member I am so sorry that the trust you placed in me has now been broken because of my actions. I also felt that we had a stronger connection, especially over the last week, and you both helped me in ways I cannot even describe or explain. I was not pulling away from you two - just wanted to pull away from myself. I couldn't cope with my own feelings and no-one or nothing was actually going to be able to stop me at the time. It's now just another failure to add to my list of failures. I really don't know what else to say to you both but to reiterate my heartfelt 'sorry'.

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@utopia your dog bed situation sounds pretty funny but sweet.

it will most likely end up with Toby on the couch with me and Cat asleep on my bed because she will have it all to herself.

Goodluck with getting some sleep and I hope tomorrow brings that smile back to your face (for real) and it isn't too tiring a day for you.

Will let you know how it goes tomorrow (oh Sh*t - bit scared and slightly anxious - but better than earlier today)

Sweet dreams to you too my friend.

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@utopia Hope you had some sleep last night and you are coping ok at work.

I am going to see my psychologist today - you are right - I really need to. Definitely not looking forward to it and getting really anxious but have to face it. Hopefully we can sort out some way to pay later - I know she won't want to add to my stress (and she is the founder and director of the practice) so fingers crossed that we can work something out.

Hope your day is going ok

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@utopia @Shaz51 @Appleblossom @Faith-and-Hope @Former-Member @Former-Member @Former-Member @PeppiPatty @BlueBay @Former-Member @Former-Member @Kurra

Just wanted to you all to know that I am thinking about you all and have really appreciated your support - especially over the last two weeks. The little things reall do matter and you ALL do matter.

I'm off to my appointment in a little while and am really nervous, scared and anxious. See how it goes!

Walking with you all xxx

@Former-Member I love your new avatar - vulnerable and free at the same time - beautiful!

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@Zoe7. At work - but wishing you all the best for your appointment today. It will be so good for you to have support from your psychologist. Try not to hide anything.
Thinking of you

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Walking with you @Zoe7

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@Zoe7, wishing you lot's of courage and a positive session..you've got this.
Speak your truths ❤😘

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Walking with you @Zoe7 .... ❤️💕

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Good luck @Zoe7

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@Zoe7 I really admire the strength you are showing. I know how hard facing our anxieties and pain can be. I have faith in you and feel so strongly in my heart you will eventually get to a better place. You are learning now to push through the hard bits but at the same time move forward within your own limitations. You are a very intelligent woman. And stronger than you think.

My avatar is a beloved artwork which speaks volumes not only to me but to so many of all different walks. Your depiction was how I see it. So beautifully said. Love you my friend xx

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So made it to my psychologist appointment. My GP hadn't contacted her yet so no 'heads up'. Sh*t would have to talk myself - really just wanted to leave. She finally got it out of me with some rather straight questions. As expected she wanted me in hospital - as usual the answer was a definitive NO. No judgements here please - it really is not something I can do - for so many reasons I can't go into!!

We did talk a little about why I didn't call anyone - I am very determined and when I really put my mind to something there is not much that will stop me - and at that stage nothing was going to stop me!!

She left for a while to try to organise a psychiatrist appointment ASAP and will continue to move this forward as best she can.

Also told her my GP has organised to give me just enough meds to get me through until I see her each time - which at this stage is at least twice a week - don't have to worry about any payment for this one!

Have not confirmed anymore appointments with psychologist just yet as can't pay for it and even though I know I need it money is a bigger concern at the moment. When I know what plan has been organised between my GP and work and when the paperwork arrives and is completed for my income protection then I may be able to resume sessions and organise payment when I can.

I really am hoping that nothing is organised until next week then I will have at least one more pay to get me through the next few weeks (fingers crossed - and anything else that can be crossed!)

Definitely was very draining today and all I want to do is sleep now but need to try and stay awake for now or I will be up all night again!!!

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