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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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Sisters are good for loans @Zoe7 poor cat needing those expensive meds.

I see the surgeon next Tuesday so hopefully cast will be off then and I can drive again.

ECT feels like a step backwards but will be good if it helps with my equilibrium. It’s only once a week so hoping if I return to work soon I can manage the ECT and it doesn’t knock me about too much each time.

Plenty of housework for me to do today so better get moving.

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ECT might feel like a step backwards but it is maintaining all the progress you have made and that is a really good thing @Eve7 It might be a bit of a juggle when you do go back to work but your employer has been reaslly supportive so I am sure you will find a way around it if you are knocked around a bit.

Getting your cast off and being able to drive again will be a good day - having that independence back will no doubt help lift your mood as well - it is annoying having to rely on others to help get us around

Take it easy with the housework Hon - make sure you look after your arm as well. I am going to try to eat something then have a lay down so will catch you later

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Hello dear @Zoe7

Just wanted to send you lots and lots of 💞❤️💖💞

I think you are truly a blessing 😘

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Oh @Anastasia What a beautiful message to come onto tonight ...thank you so much Hon 💖

Just for the record - I think each and everyone of us here are a blessing - together we support each other and find our own paths knowing we have amazing people behind us ...and that can only be a blessing 🙏

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Yes you are right so many very special people, we are lucky 💗

I just felt compelled to message you as it's been ages. 😘🤗💞

@Zoe7

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I have neglected you a bit lately @Anastasia - but you have been getting wonderful support from others and have been involved in some beautiful conversations so I have left you be ...sometimes stepping back is actually giving support (if that makes sense - did in my head lol) Doesn't change my feelings for you or how much I value you How are you feeling now? Have you made an appointment with you GP?

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I feel as though I've neglected you!!

Haha. Not at all hun. I know you're here. We all do what we can when we can and you are just perfect with all that you do. I appreciate you so much @Zoe7

💞🤗🌷

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awww @Anastasia Giving me a big head lol 😁 I have actually missed our chats lately Hon but like I said you have had wonderful support from others and it has been lovely to see those exchanges and how much you have supported each other. I too have been preoccupied with getting things done and taking care of myself also - failing at that last one the last couple of days but hoping tonight is better and I have more energy tomorrow to finish some things.

Now back to that question - how are you?

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Hi @Sans911 How are you Hon?

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Hi hun @Zoe7 - I'm really tired. Been sitting outside with Mr A who's sound asleep under the table. I don't want to get up but I need to go to bed. Although it's too early to sleep, I want to lie down.

I've had a busy day. Got quite a bit done though. Had bloods this morning. Then the plastics clinic to look at my wounds. I did my best to hold it together but the dam burst. Wounds have been dressed, and back next week to see the nurses. Feels like deja vu.

After I went to Bunnings with my support worker. I got 2 x pieces strong pre-cut wood for my jigsaw puzzle to stop Mr A from his destructive tendencies of jumping all over it.

Then I had a employment support provider appointment. Finally went to the supermarket and home.

I did also stop at the car yard where I've bought two cars from them previously. I saw a car when driving past a few days ago, so I took a closer look. I'm pretty sure I'm going to buy it as soon as I sell my car. The dealer has to get some checks and things done so I have a few weeks. It's the same two tone colour as mine, but an SUV instead of a wagon, & different make & model.
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