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whatamidoing
whatamidoing

Do you ever get to a point where you think you can finally do this? It’s been a few days and things have been going fine and you’re doing everything right. And then one thing goes wrong and you think no it’s fine I’m going to deal with this the right way. And you go to the people who said they would be there if you needed them, the people who said you were enough, the people who said you were worth it, the people who said they cared. The people who lied. They don’t want to help and slowly everything falls apart again. 


I thought I could do it. I thought I had people to help but asking for help seems to be giving someone the biggest burden that they don’t want or need. And here we are again stuck and alone with no idea where to go.

arancha
arancha
I feel you, but sometimes we ask for help in the wrong places, keep looking, there'll always be people willing to help. Also, I've felt that way about people as if they didn't really care but sometimes it's just in our head, we make up those ideas because we are scared or we feel bad about ourselves. It isn't necessarily true :( <3 you can do it. the process isn't linear.
agse
agse
I'm so sorry that you were let down by your friends/family. You did the right thing by reaching out to them though and sharing your struggles. Unfortunately, some people "talk the talk" but won't "walk the walk" I know that hurts and the feelings of rejection are strong. However, don't allow those couple of people to deter you from taking steps forward to overcome this. Do you have ED support groups in your area? That may be something to look in to and get support there. People who are or have gone through it can be more understanding and supportive because they understand the struggle. If not, please continue to come here and share. We are hear to listen and support you. You are worthwhile. You are enough. Please believe that! You are not alone. Sending hugs your way!
SilentTears
SilentTears
I feel you! I feel like the biggest burden asking for help. And, most of the times, people treat me as a burden for asking. I think it’s all in knowing who and how to ask. I do know we can’t do this alone. I just haven’t figured out how to get and keep a support system. Do you have a treatment team? They can provide some support and encouragement!
whatamidoing
whatamidoing
I have a counselor I see occasionally but everyone else kind of just bailed and there aren’t a lot of resources around me so I’m just kind of winging it at this point. I think I’m starting to just not care, ya know?
SilentTears
SilentTears
Oh my gosh, I know EXACTLY how you feel! I am in that exact same place! Private message me! We can be support for each other!
voni
voni
yes I feel that every day.I know I need help but I don't want other people having to deal with me and my problems.