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Justlenmom4
Justlenmom4

I am plagued by a dense of doom, dread, and paranoia that is really disrupting my life on a daily basis. It is hard for me to even leave the house, much less work. I feel like I cannot cope and I will not be able to deal with the inevitable death of my parents, husband, and the responisbility of caring for my children alone once they are gone. The answer that my mind keeps arriving at is suicide. 


This is torture. How to cope??

lorrieonline
lorrieonline
If you're having thoughts of suicide, this is the time to go see a pastor, a counselor or get into a group that can help you focus. Last time I got real down, I found a new hobby that helped me not to have to take antidepressants. Getting around other people is key. People and activities can shed light on perspective. Keeping busy with the kids while you have them with you can be very rewarding - focus on them. Hope some of this is helpful. ♥
Bizu2
Bizu2
I also had suicidal episodes but I always reminded myself that it's not me and tried to think positive thoughts and they gradually stopped right now I'm dealing with anxiety which I try to stop
raquel
raquel
iJustlenmom4,
Please know I can relate to your description completely. I feel doom, dread and paranoia too. . But listen, I've just joined this forum exactly because I feel as you do. Like you, I want to know I'm not alone, to reach out, to discharge the horrendous tension, fear and despair and to receive hope. We must keep hope alive. Please keep in touch with this forum and risk opening up to a person in your life who can really listen with empathy. Suicide is not the answer. Seek a way through each day. When life gets so painful I tell myself I must "direct my gaze toward the light". It may only be a sliver of light, but I must find it and it is there. You are not alone. My heart goes out to you. Stay with us. As I go through my day I will think of you, please hold me in your thoughts and prayers too.