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Need to hang on with this for another few months.
All I want/am capable of is staying in bed all day. That is not an option unfortunately.
How do I 'suck it up' and get through the next few months despite an almost continuous train of thought telling me to end it today?
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NatureLoverSenior Contributor
What a bugger they both became unavailable. Do you feel able to go back to your GP for another referral to a new psychiatrist? I'm wondering whether having a new psych might keep you out of hospital, if they can prescribe meds and you can get counselling too...
@Fog
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anewhopeSenior Contributor
I am very sorry to hear that such strong hearted people in this world are not having a good day at all.
It takes true courage to be able to discuss our internal thoughts and I feel very privileged to be shared in this.
I can imagine this is very difficult to go through, I do exprience days where I feel extremely down (some days more than others) and can understand the thought process.
If I can be of any help, I share the below:
Although today may dictate the lowest of days, it doesn't need to have the power to dictate what our potential of happiness can be. What I mean by that is these feelings are no less relevant and they are there to express our anger, frustration and disapointment in everything. Feelings not only make us be human, but feel human. Knowing deep in your heart that you are stronger (even by a tiny bit if thats what it takes), or at least knowing that these feelings are not what you truly want for yourself can be the first steps (and big steps).
Help is always available in methods that may not initially be visible. By taking the steps you have today, you have opened up a number of kind hearted and genuine people who are here for you.
I personally used to struggle incredibly with my germaphobia where by even the bed I sleep in (my only safe zone) started to feel dirty. I was lucky that there were passions so strong in life that they essentially defined me and my enjoyment in life stemmed from that. One of which was gardening, which was not only allowing me to challenge my germaphobia but I love doing it so much that it actually allows me to have a break while in my "danger zone".
Know in your heart that it is ok to have bad days. Be proud of every positive step you take. If it helps jott down your positive steps. These positive steps don't need to be life changing to be substantial. Doing something nice for yourself or a loved one, sharing your thoughts on a forum with like minded people, compliment an achievement big or small.
My brother once taught me, "how do we eat an elephant, one bite at a time".
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Unknown userMember
Hi @Former-Member , I'm sorry you feel this way. I feel suicidal daily too, some days more than others. I haven't acted on anything. I try to talk to Lifeline in between seeing my Psychiatrist, sometimes they help, sometimes they don't. I can barely ever get through on Suicide Call Back Service's webchat. Sometimes I try eHeadspace and Kids Helpline too, although they have long waiting times lately with the virus (understandable). But this isn't about me, it's about you and others on this thread, sorry for venting.
Are you ok and safe right now?
How about all of you, are you all ok? @anewhope @NatureLover @Fog @Former-Member @Former-Member @outlander @Bandaras @Former-Member @Former-Member
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Unknown userMember
@Former-Member , I am not going to lie, I am struggling tonight. How about you
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Unknown userMember
I'm sorry, I am too 
Anything i can do? @Former-Member
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Unknown userMember
I am so sorry to hear that @Former-Member thanks for the offer but no. I am waiting for a call from my counsellor, hoping that helps.
Anything that I can help you with?
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Unknown userMember
Thanks. @Former-Member
I don't know really, I posted in another post (I'll tag you so I don't have to type it all out here again).
Hope you hear from your counsellor, good luck. i've missed chatting with you xx
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anewhopeSenior Contributor
@Former-Member & @Dizzyizzy
I am very sorry to hear that you were both struggling tonight.
Is there anything in particular that may help? Would it help to have a chat in this forum or possibly speaking with the Sane Forums help line - 1800 18 7263
I can understand it can feel like the complete opposite of what will help at the moment, having a chat may be able to make some sense of the feelings you are going through.
@Former-Member- I can see you share a great passion of mine which is music, would you be interested in talking about a song that has a nice place in your heart (or a favourite instrument you like playing?). Also if you like I could hear about your day today or the day tomorrow.
@Dizzyizzy - Is there anyone outside the forum and councellor in the mean time that you would like to chat about? I enjoy talking about anything and would be open ears to talk about any previous/existing passions that you have. I would also be able to listen about your day today or the day tomorrow.
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Unknown userMember
Hi @anewhope , thank you. I don't play any instruments and I love too much music to just pick one song. How about you? And my day was boring, like usual really.
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anewhopeSenior Contributor
@Former-Member wrote:Hi @anewhope , thank you. I don't play any instruments and I love too much music to just pick one song. How about you? And my day was boring, like usual really.
You are most welcome. That is great that you have been able to find an interest that you can be so passionate about. Do you find listening to music can define a moment in your day? I find that if there is a song I really love that when I hear it after not hearing it for a while it makes me feel really good. For me it feels like my ears are dancing and I almost start tapping my feet or playing piano notes if there is "piano" sounds.
I actually have a big fear of Thunder, but suprisingly listening to recordings of thunder allows me to sleep, that and rain music on Youtube.
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