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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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It has been great getting to know you today @Sam3 and wonderful that you have found us here. I have one load of sheets to peg out and hope that the expected rain tomorrow doesn't come until at least mid morning.

Hi @TAB @CheerBear @MDT @Former-Member missed the first 5 overs posting on another thread but looks like it might be a clsoer game than I though it would - anything could happen from here lol

@CheerBear Glad Big got most of what they wanted and in Teal too - my favourite colour - yea!!

@Former-Member The meds don't take away all the pain but does make it more bearable - don't think there is a quick fix for IBS - but diet, exercise (which I have not been too good at while the pool is closed) and the occasional painkiller when it gets really bad.

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Hey there @MDT 👋☕️

Look forward to chatting more with you sometime soon @Sam3

Ive tried reading along, but sometimes I get overwhelmed and forget what I’ve read 🤔😬

I think I read that you’re a teacher. Is that correct? And you have 4 children?? Sorry if I’m mistaken. Life has been really full on here. I’m having trouble keeping up with everything.

I have done teaching, administration, plus other jobs throughout my life.

I haven’t been able to work since having my daughter. Due to CPTSD, plus other health issues.

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Hi @Sam3 I think you might have missed this message. No big deal. Just thought I’d mention it. 😊

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Not bad thanks @CheerBear
Last day in Melbourne. Very tired now though. Off to bed soon methinks.
Thats good you had some time away. Did you ejoy it ?

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Shower time. Might pop back later. 😘

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Watching that same game now too @Zoe7

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Hobart are batting well. If they keep this up they might be in with a chance @MDT

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It's a great game @Zoe7! Love a good run chase!

Are you heading back overseas soon @MDT? I had a nice time away thanks. Busy and lots of people but we all enjoyed it for the most part. Hope you sleep well tonight.

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They are doing well so far @CheerBear It is a good game but a wicket or 2 would make a big difference.

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Doesn’t have to be for long so long as you do them @Former-Member where were you? nach Schweden gerisst?? Yes I wish things were easier for you re selling and moving.

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In the new year @CheerBear i will yeah. Need to figute out logistics etc soon.
Hope you sleep well too my friend
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