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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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@Faith-and-Hope ...you really are the most amazingly inspiring person... a true shining light in a world with so much darkness. I do not believe I have ever felt more respect for anyone than I do for you...

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Wow @Zoe7 ..... can't see for tears .....

Feels like I can't see where I am going at the moment .... inching forward through the fog in faith ..... thank you so much for the support and encouragement .....

💐💐💐💜💕

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I am going to go out today and buy those rocks that I saw a few weeks ago (faith,hope) and post an image of them on here for you @Faith-and-Hope

I wish I could be there to help you through this fog but knowing that is not reality I will do this to let you know that I am walking with you and you are always with me.I hope you find some solace in knowing this and also some strength in knowing what a huge positive impact you have had in helping me get through so many dark times.

Here for you anytime Hon... you make each day a little brighter

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@Faith-and-Hope I'm sending positive thoughts for your d3 and goddaughter today. Hope nothing serious and they heal quickly. My love to you and I hope you manage to find some calm moments in your day.
@Zoe7. Brilliant sleep. Was I close with my 9.25 hour guess?
I have a feeling that Toby might be helping to keep those nightmares away. Standing guard to scare THEM off if they came near you last night.
I hope you do manage to get to your painting today. You are so extremely talented.
@Mazarita way to go. Good to see you are taking your time and getting back into your own videos - where you have more freedom to create.
I managed a long shower - had to rinse conditioner and soap away with cold water. Brrr. Anyone who's been in psych hospital will understand my joy of having my whole body sprayed with water - without my back having to touch the shower wall.
I'm heading up to my mountain today for the first time since December. A nurze helped me break it down. Today - my only job is to drive up there. No pressure from me to get out of the car and meditate. Just simply manage the drive. Then eventually over time - I'll be able to sit on my rock again. One self care task - but now broken into smaller sections.
Will just dry my hair and head on out.
I hope everyone's day is full of sunshine.

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@utopia I think you were very close - I didn't even look at the time last night - I just fell into bed (think I was already asleep when I did that)- maybe that is the secret to not having nightmares - sleep walk to bed

I'm sure Toby is trying his hardest to help keep the nightmares away - he tries to scare away even the slightest movement or noise with his very loud bark - such a little protective sweetheat

I am so pleased you are heading up your mountain - baby steps my beautiful little cocky friend... and just in case you find yourself out of the car today here is one of the necessities that you will need lol...

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Thank you so much @Zoe7 and @utopia .....

😘💕💜💐

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@Former-Member - good time for 'chat' or too busy for you atm - ok if it is

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Now is good if you want to jump onto chat 🙂

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HI @Faith-and-Hope

That is a lot to happen @Faith-and-Hope - and I sincerely hope that D3 and your god-daughter are okay - that is really a lot to happen at once

And then a tradie compliments WH - WH must have been thrilled - seeing as he is always busy complimenting himself - I bet you will be hearing something from MIL about that tradie - oh boy

I hope you can get to do your painting and keep yourself grounded - have some peace - in the middle of all this chaos

Lots of hugs

Dec

🎊 🎉 🎆 ✨

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Thanks @Owlunar ..... ❤️💕

I'll get there .... baby steps .....

Trade is late .... lol .....
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