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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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@Zoe7 .... didn't mean to distress you by mentioning a list .... I had no intention to tag anyone else .....you will notice it was only the few people who have been visiting you here this last 24 hours .....

My meaning is that you already mean a lot to so many others on the forums, and they will be keeping back to give you the space you need, not because they don't care about you .... they do .... and pop in her infrequently looking for you to see that you are around and okay.

Hugs n hugs Hon ..... here with you .....

Did you see the dolphin pics on F&A ?

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@Zoe7 sorry you are feeling bad you are not alone

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That's ok @Faith-and-Hope - certainly didn't mean to put any pressure on you either Hon. My head is so messed up tonight. I do know there are so many people here that care and I know they are in the background 'listening' and supporting.

I did see the photos - they were so close - must have been amazing to be there and witness that F&H. No wonder you love walking in that area when there is so much natural beauty that surrounds you

I have measured up the space for my sister's painting - now I just need to find a way to purchase the canvas and start - her birthday is in 2 weeks - I really don't see it getting done by then - I really can't see past today atm.

@Former-Member @Eden1919 I am not great and feel so low tonight.

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@Zoe7 i am here if you need me for a little while longer i am not doing so well myself. what is your dog up to?

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@Zoe7 I am sure your sister will be so delighted at having one of your original paintings fpgifted to her, I am sure she won't mind if it's ready for the day or not ..... it's really sweet of you ..... 💚💕

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I know she would like it in oils and seeing the spot she wants to put it oils would be better - so guess what - oils it is. It has been so long since I painted in oils - but the worst that could happen is it could be a complete disaster and I'd have to do another one in acrylics - just need to find some energy to start it @Faith-and-Hope - and the 'headspace' to adapt the original to something that she would like.

@Eden1919 Toby is right next to me....

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give Toby lots of cuddles hopefully that may help a little

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@Zoe7. Thank you so much for your beautiful heartfelt words. You certainly know how to make a Cocky cry.
I'm packed - except for my tracky dacks that are drying in front of the heater. Yes I've packed my favorite dressing gown and will think of you when I feel how soft it is.
I'll be in a share room - Workcover doesn't pay for private room. But I'm hoping my room mate won't use smelly products - I've let the nurse know about my chemical sensitivities.
One part of me is scared of going in. It's that fear of not knowing what will happen. Of thinking I failed to stay well. That I'm not 'sick' enough to take up a bed. That I'm putting a burden on my family and friends again - looking after my son and my 3 dogs. All that negative talk.
I'm also looking forward to having a break from responsibilities - my son and 3 dogs. Quitting the drinking (maybe the cigarettes too). Getting my meds checked and hopefully increased. But also relearning better coping techniques. So I can see the benefit of going.

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@Zoe7. I'll have my phone with me in hospital so I'll be checking in on you.<br>Even though I'm not in the best head space - you can still let me know how you are going. Because I'll be thinking of you and sending you lots of love too.<br>I like how if you think of me I'll see or feel a butterfly. <br>If I think of you - you will hear an awful screeching cocky or if you feel me land on your arm - warning - Im a lot - a hell of a lot heavier than a butterfly.

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Oh @utopia - you are definitely 'sick' enough to take up a bed - remember I've heard your jokes lol

I do tend to bring tears to many eyes - not intentional lol - but I certainly always mean what I write - and you mean a lot to me

Don't stress about placing the 'burden' on your family and friends - I am sure they want a healthy Cocky and not an unhappy Cocky You are so lucky to have the support around you that will allow you to get the help you need and want - that is the key here @utopia - you want help and you want to be able to function 'normally' again - that is to be admired my beautiful friend.

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