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Something’s not right

why can't I cope longer?

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why can't I cope longer?

Something's not right alright... Not sure why I'm falling to pieces atm and short of listening ears. Hope someone here can put up with me.

I'm walking in circles at home... well, not literally, just can't seem to stay focused or finish anything... if I can even remember what it is I got out of the chair to do half the time...

And snappy with people, everywhere, rude even (which is so out of character for me), the slightest hint of being 'had' or criticised or misunderstood... oh boy, I just can't keep it in atm. The internal pressure cooker wants to explode & I don't know how to stop it.

I'm at the crossroads in life, moving and deciding if to bother starting again, or just quit on life / die.

And what's scary about that lately, is the thought of it doesn't make me scared anymore - like its just what I'm supposed to do. Do you think God would factor in a premature departure (suicide / depression?) like he accepts other illnesses that separate spirit & body?

Its just those kinds of dark thoughts, but not like crisis level or that, just trying to find my way, or other alternatives, something to look fwd to.... to keep me here. I can't see a future worth living & don't feel the internal resources keep fighting.

Don't tell me to run off & get antidepressants... I'm on them. Or psychotherapy - that's in progress... I think maybe I just want to be heard. Not changedchanged (disapproved of)... just cared about... Is that too much to ask from life? Oh I know God loves me and all that, but I still live on earth...

Do you know what I'm trying to say?Does anyone ever feel this way? I just feel so totally spent - the end of the line... ... ...

My two church supports are away at the moment, not that I lean on them heavy, I'm just conscious there gone...

Ha! Horrible feeling like the only close people in ya life need to take a holiday away from you, well, maybe some of the others I notice they have to deal with more, none the less - feeling abandoned 😞

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Unknown userMember

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Hi @Former-Member

I am sorry to hear that you feel you have been told to stay off the forums. And it is great that you would never tell anyone to do this. If you want to take this up with us please feel free to email us at team@saneforums.org

Whitehawk

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Unknown userMember

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This is my Georgia after digging in the garden. Maltese X Sitzu @Former-Member Gentle little soul. I'm lost today. But hear you re the grog... its hard for me not to finish a bottle

Back later

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AdgeSenior Contributor

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Hugs @Former-Member Lots of Hugs...

Making new friends can be really difficult (at least for me it is).

Then to lose someone so soon, after meeting is very tough.

I don't touch alcohol much. As someone with major fatigue issues, I cannot.

Just one drink makes me need to have a sleep, so I have to consider carefully beforehand.

Adge

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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor

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@Former-Member .... so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful neighbour ..... she came to you and spent a gentle afternoon with you before she went. I know you are shaken and upset, but I hope in time you will come to treasure that time.

Hugs and hugs ..... and gently, gently ..... the other neighbours she introduced you to may well be as lovely as she was. Breathe ..... keep taking care of yourself Hon.

💜🌻💕

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outlanderSenior Contributor

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@Former-Member 🌷🌷🌷

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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor

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And GG is gorgeous @Former-Member ❣️

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Unknown userMember

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Hi @Former-Member ... your photo of little Georgia finally came through. What a little sweetie. I know someone else who has a maltese x Shitzu, a lovely little dog too. His name is Mack. Ha ha, it looks as though Georgia enjoyed her time in the garden.

Did you end up going for a drive this afternoon, or did you stay at home with the electric blanket on. It has been cold here today, a perfect doona day. In fact did that myself earlier. I agree ... its really upsetting to feel we are being attacked, even more so when we are in a very vulnerable state. I know when I am feeling very vulnerable, I can over react and also imagine things which are not really the case at all. Its something I need to remind myself of sometimes, otherwise it can really get the better of me.

Are you safe right now @Former-Member ? Just leaving something here for you, so you know others are thinking of you, and care about you.

Sherry 💕

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AppleblossomSenior Contributor

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Sorry to hear about the loss of your neighbour. @Former-Member just when you are new and settling in. It is the reality of life that so many people carry so much stress or strain. You were grateful for her hospitality.

Recently I had an odd experience where a person died a week after I met her just the once. It was very unsettling.

One grief can trigger other griefs like trauma responses ....

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MaggieSenior Contributor

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Oh @Former-Member I’ve just read your post about your neighbour. I’m so sorry you lost someone you were making friends with. Yes, it would shake you to the core. Thinking of you. 💕💜💕💜💕

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Unknown userMember

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Good morning @Former-Member .... saw you around and thought I'd quickly drop in and ask how you are feeling today. Are you okay?

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