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creative_writerSenior Contributor
Why can’t I pretend the pain isn’t real, maybe if I tell myself I’m okay and I don’t struggle with mental health I’ll be okay. Maybe if I tell myself that the traumatic memories aren’t real, then I can finally feel whole and less gross. Maybe I’ll just wake up from this dream soon and I’ll find peace within my mind when I do wake up. Maybe I’m okay, maybe there isn’t anything wrong with me
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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@creative_writer it's so hard when you can't pinpoint exactly what's going on and why. I'm an anxious person too and get restless and easily agitated. Brains do weird and annoying things to us.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
@Former-Member I am prone to mixed bipolar episodes. I am kind of suspecting that I am going into one right now or maybe I’m already in one. It can be hard to differentiate from anxiety and ADHD at times. My mind is naturally a chaotic place
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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@creative_writer I'm glad you are feeling a bit better at least. Being restless and having racing thoughts is exhausting and the intrusive trauma thoughts on top is horrible.
So glad that you have got the psych appointment in 2 weeks, I really hope you can get the support you need.
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Ru-beeModerator
Good on you for getting that sorted @creative_writer I really hope that they're a good fit for you!
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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@creative_writer i hope you get relief from the PRN soon.
I'm so glad she has accepted you and I really hope it's a good fit and you get that support you need. Everything is expensive these days and it's hard to get help because of it. See how you go after the 10 sessions and go from there.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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@creative_writer glad its slowing down a bit, migraines are horrible and I hope you can get some rest.
Fingers crossed for you, the travel will be worth it if she can give you the right support.
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