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I feel hopeless

Anna1212
Anna1212

I feel like my life is already over but I am still here.  I am in my later 50's.  I know that is not that old but because of how badly my life is going now I don't even see why I am still here.  I am not even contributing to society anymore.  I don't want to kill myself, that would be too hard a risky, I just don't want to be here anymore. I can't find a decent therapist.  Everything, everything is a struggle.  Every day I get up and have to force myself to move around and go out because if I lay in one place too long I can't stand it.  I live in almost a constant state of rage and frustration that I know is eating me up alive,causing disease, aggravating disease. I am so sick of how unfair and hard life is.  I've worked so hard and tried so hard in my life, been a good person basically and to have it come to this.  

Restful
Restful
I can relate to how you’re feeling. I’ve been feeling like my life is pretty much over also. There doesn’t seem to be too many new opportunities and experiences available to me in this world anymore.
Tired
Tired
Maybe try online therapist. You could try out more therapists that way and possibly find a decent one.
Anna1212
Anna1212
Thank you both for replying. Restful, that helps to know that I am not alone in feeling this way although I am sorry you feel that way, too.
Tired, that is a really good idea. I am actually going to call my insurance company today and see if I can talk to someone online from a different city. I have had not luck with counsellors where I live. Maybe there is someone better in a bigger city in this state.
wolvessonata
wolvessonata
BetterHelp is a great way to try different therapists until you find one that suits you well. Just an idea. I don't know too much about their services though. Something maybe you can look into further if you haven't already.
gratefulgrandma123
gratefulgrandma123
Maybe u could get a dog or a cat if you like pets. They give you a lot of purpose and love. I just got a new puppy and I have found a lot of joy in her & I also have 4 cats that give me a lot of joy too. Also watching t.v. can be fun or listening to some spiritual music. I also like Christian music it can be helpful if you like this. I hope this will help & u will feel better. Hugs
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