Feeling Frustrated that people don't understand or seem to even want to try

@Kateeg84 It really does feel like we not only battle with ourselves but with the rest of the world. There is so much lack of understanding and money thrown into the 'aftermath' - how about some pro-activity to look further and deeper into the causes - treat these illnesses like any other disease - funding, research and understanding should be the ports of call.

You are definitely not whinging - just voicing the actual 'state of play' in the world atm.

That is the value of a place like this forum - people who have - and are - dealing with these illnesses and can support and walk beside each other with a shared knowledge and understanding - with no judgements but with compassion and caring.

@Kateeg84 Don't know which post in particular - there have been a few of them lol

I am doing a lot better today - and that is mainly because of the amazing support from so many people here. That is what I love about the forum - you do what you can, when you can and there are always others that will jump in to help and support when it is needed. Don't worry too much about 'catching up' or reading 'everything' - just jump in where you feel comfortable or if you have something to contribute - sometimes just reading along is all you can do - that is totally ok too. We have a little corner of the 'forum' in Am Not Coping where people jump in and out, talk or not, sit with us and we sit with them - there are no expectations anywhere to do any more than you can do. I suppose what I really am saying is - You Are Welcome in our corner (or any other) of the forum anytime

(PS: I am really tired and I hope this makes sense lol)

@Kateeg84

Here if you want to talk - if not come over to the Friday Feast and just enjoy time with others

Zoe

Hi @Kateeg84

It's really hard when you are battling mental anguish and receive no understanding and support by loved ones. I am in the same boat. But like your partner, my husband is loving and good, my best friend and rock - but he does not "get it". I think though if we were too alike that would be a recipe for disaster. He balances me. But in my moments of turmoil I feel quite alone. I truly think people just can't handle it if we are not coping. And people will run from what is hard and too stressful as they have their own battles. I could be wrong but I think that is how it is.

Support groups are the best places to turn to I feel when experiencing a mental health emergency. Depending on the substance of the group ofcourse and how they themselves are coping.

It's not so much battling the world for me - it's not feeling part of it is the most daunting. The world as a collective does not have time for the mentally ill as it doesn't make money. That's a big reason for the lack of care. And that people can only feel compassion to a situation or circumstance they can relate to.

It is survival of the fittest but there are good people out there. And there is the hope.

I don't like to see anyone suffer the way I have but it can be somewhat comforting to know I am not alone. And neither are you. I know others can love and appreciate me but could not take the pressure if I became really unwell again - so I battle against me to stay as positive as I can. Some in society can give a helping hand but can't do it for us. So for me its about focusing on the good things, regardless of how small and working on the rest. It's not easy but life is more bearable.

Ironically I have found that those who have suffered depression are least likely to be there for me as they don't cope - it's usually those who have never known depression but know the real me that are the most supportive as much as they can be.

I believe you will find this forum very supportive and friendly

hello @Former-Member @Kateeg84

I hope you find support and help from others on here

you write what you feel comfortable writing, no rules, no degrees, no one is better at this than anyone else.

we are all here for same reason to be heard

you are safe on here

when you feel up to it read some of the different discussions; you can look at the subject headings and see if any appeal

be gentle with yourself, slowly, slowly also be aware of any subjects that might trigger you and avoid those

we are all here for the same reason to be heard, we all have different symptoms unique to ourselves, we all struggle, someone will respond to you

keep writing take care

Hi @Kateeg84 Just dropping in to see how you are today and to say HI! It was lovely chatting with you yesterday and so nice to see you pop into Friday Feast - yea you!!!

Hope you find some light in your day

Chat later

Zoe