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SnickersnCattails
SnickersnCattails

Just when I begin to think there is some sense of normalcy, my thoughts fall back into a reality of constant sadness and worry. I used to think this part of my life would be somewhat fulfilled and at peace. Instead, I feel like I'm running on fumes against a clock toward a certainty of misery, heartache, and pain. In perhaps a silly kind of way I have more worries about who will take care of my pets if something were to happen to me. There's a sense of loneliness in me that loved ones and friends would never believe is eating me alive. Why is it so difficult for me to reach out to others for help and support?

guitarman79
guitarman79
That's the good thing about Support Forums, Their a Non-evasive way to express ourselves, Without feeling we're being judged or judged by others........Cause we all have the same issues.

But, Yah, Family and friend's They're hard to talk, especially when they be the problem.

Like me, I'm trying to deal with a family with a family that have a mentally Ill son, Who I can never talk to them about, cause they feel like I'm judging him (PTSD)
So we're here for You.......No judgement.
GreenEyes727
GreenEyes727
Per Dr. Daniel Amen, start off each day with "Today is going to be a great day" and when you go to bed, ask yourself "What went well today?" You can find gems in your day. Are you eating healthy and exercising?
SnickersnCattails
SnickersnCattails
Yes family is a tough one, guitarman. This morning I sent an email to a sibling I haven't spoken to in about 12 years. Maybe it's just for my own peace of mind and mental health. I don't know if I'll hear anything back, but I already feel better. I wish I could get those lost years back.

Hi GreenEyes, as a cancer survivor I do try to live a healthy lifestyle. It's on the mental side that I feel very isolated and without a voice.
josh.schulman
josh.schulman
Hi SnickersnCattails, I want to let you know that your feelings are valid and that you are not alone. Working toward achieving peace is difficult for everyone. You are very brave for sharing this and it is important that you express these feelings rather than keep them bottled up. It can be very challenging to reach out to friends and family for support, so take your time and wait until it is right to do so. But regardless, always remember you do not have to go through this alone if you do decide to talk to other people. That will not make you look weak to them, but rather a strong individual who can speak up for themselves. I am sure they will understand what you are going through.
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