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If you're experiencing this, please see your local GP/doctor/therapist/trusted family member or friend. You deserve to feel heard 💙
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aestheticemi01 · 1 year
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Needing help is not a sign of weakness.
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akindplace · 2 years
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Your anxiety might be telling you that everything is bigger than you and that this is the end, but remember that the disease makes you imagine the worst case scenario, it has a tendency of turning things into catastrophes. It is important that you know this so you won't let anxiety overwhelm you. Still, if you find it too hard to cope with it alone, try to find professional help dealing with your anxious thoughts. Remember that it is okay to get help, that you shouldn't be judged for that and that you don't have to be afraid to talk to someone about those thoughts because they are only a part of the complex and beautiful human you are, you are so much more than your anxiety.
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jarsarahere · 4 months
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!! I'M OFFICIALLY 1 YEAR CLEAN !!
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scene-royaltylolz · 6 months
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I'm baccccc! X3
I'm officially an outpatient and going 2 take taking therapy! I had sum meowzerz advice given and my epic mom took me out 2 eat! I can already feel my mental state improving UwU
I hope dat any1 who needs da help go and gets it and put in da work 2 help urself! Ur important and valued, XOXO ILY
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greyaugustuspoetry · 1 year
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Therapy
The room is cold
It makes me shiver 
The walls are dull
Like a prison center
The furniture matches
But it feels out of place 
Bookshelves line the walls
How does anyone read these things?
The only sound 
Comes from this ticking clock 
It’s too loud
I can’t hear my thoughts
I sit on the couch 
And stare at my hands 
I start to get anxious
It’s hard to breathe again.
How much longer 
do I have to wait 
I’m getting tired
of this place
There is a plaque on the wall
that says PHD
I don’t trust just words
I’ll just have to see
I was about to leave 
When she walked in
Asking me how I am 
All while shaking my hand
We sat down 
Facing one another
She asked me too many questions 
So now I feel bothered 
As I left 
I made a deal 
That i’ll keep coming back 
Until I stop feeling weird.
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honeycombhank · 3 months
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1/4/24
We finally sent in my paperwork and everything for disability. I am crossing my fingers that this goes more smoothly than everyone says it’s going to.
This has been such a heart ache and gut wrenching experience and I need help financially so badly, I would never wish this upon anyone.
Sending love to anyone experiencing something where they desperately need help and are trying to be strong and get help. Sending love to everybody who has become disabled as an adult and also to those who have been their whole life, and really everything in between.
Just love to everyone and I hope you find what you need to live a happy healthy life and feel capable, safe and so loved. You deserve it!!
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ramyeonpng · 3 months
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When we’re going through things, we sometimes hesitate to ask people for help because we assume that the help isn’t available. We do a lot of guesswork and decide that the people we would ask for help don’t have the space in their lives to come through for us. Sometimes, since we have trained ourselves not to ask for help, it can become challenging to accept help even when it is offered. When that happens, we need to remind ourselves that if someone asks if we need their help, that is an invitation to say yes.
Ask for Help - by Nedra Glover Tawwab - Nedra Nuggets
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The Unseen Sleigh: Mental Health Struggles This Holiday Season
The holiday season, widely regarded as a time of joy and celebration, is not always the happiest time of the year for everyone. While festive decorations adorn streets and families gather, some silently grapple with inner demons, finding themselves ensnared in the clutches of mental health challenges. Recognizing the signs that a friend, family member, or even oneself may be struggling is crucial in fostering a supportive environment during this supposedly cheerful time.
There are subtle signals that someone close to you may be grappling with their mental well-being. A sudden withdrawal from social activities, changes in sleep patterns, or a noticeable decline in personal hygiene can be indicators of internal struggles. Additionally, expressions of hopelessness, constant fatigue, or a marked change in appetite should not be dismissed lightly. Recognizing these signs requires a heightened sensitivity to the nuances of behavior and a willingness to engage in meaningful conversations.
Approaching someone who might be struggling with their mental health requires a delicate touch and genuine concern. Instead of immediately delving into their emotional state, initiate a conversation with casual inquiries about their well-being. Creating a safe and non-judgmental space allows individuals to open up at their own pace. Phrasing questions with empathy, such as "I've noticed some changes, and I'm here for you," can encourage a more open dialogue.
Active listening plays a pivotal role in these conversations. Give your full attention, refrain from interrupting, and express empathy without offering immediate solutions. Encourage them to share their thoughts and feelings, and reassure them that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. It's essential to respect their autonomy and decisions while gently encouraging professional assistance.
In times of mental health crises, seeking help is paramount. Fortunately, there are resources available to guide individuals toward support and recovery. Mental health hotlines, community counseling services, and online therapy platforms offer accessible avenues for those in need. Encourage your loved ones to explore these resources, emphasizing that seeking help is a proactive step toward healing.
Let us all be mindful that the holiday season is not universally a time of unbridled joy. It is our collective responsibility to be attuned to the struggles that may be hidden beneath the surface and to extend a compassionate hand to those who need it.
Please endeavor to prioritize mental health in our conversations and interactions. Break the stigma surrounding mental health issues by fostering an environment where openness is valued. Reach out to friends and family, asking not just about their holiday plans, but also about their well-being. A simple, genuine inquiry can make a world of difference.
For those who may be struggling or for those who want to support someone in need, there are resources available:
United States
Chat anonymously with an Active Listener: 7 Cups of Tea
Live Chats: Lifeline Chat (24/7) or imalive.org
National Eating Disorders Association or 1–800–931–2237
S.A.F.E. Alternatives for Stopping Self Abuse or 1–800-DONT-CUT (366–8288)
National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or dial 988 or (en Espanol)
The Trevor Project (LGBT crisis intervention) or 1-866-488-7386
Rape Abuse & Incest National Network or 800-656-HOPE (4673)
Australia
Lifeline Australia or 13 11 14
beyondblue or 1300 22 4939
Suicide Call Back Service or 1300 659 467
Brazil
CVV or 141
Chile
Teléfono de la Esperanza or (00 56 42) 22 12 00
France
S.O.S Amitié
Germany
Telefonseelsorge or 0800 111 0 111 (or 222)
Greece
KLIMAKA Center for Suicide Prevention 1018
Japan
TELL Lifeline chat in English/Japanese or 03-5774-0992 (English)
Poland
116 111 - Free crisis helpline for children and young people, available 24/7
116 123 - Toll-free crisis helpline for adults, 2-10pm 7 days per week
800 70 2222 - Free direct support line for people in a state of mental crisis, available 24/7
Portugal
SOS VOZ AMIGA - contacts:
21 354 4545
91 280 2669
96 352 4660
Sexual Abuse Intervention - 808 222 003
Portuguese Victim Support Association 116 006
Spain
Teléfono de la Esperanza or 902500002
UK
The Samaritans or 08457 90 90 90
Other countries
7 Cups of Tea - find your country in the drop-down menu
Befrienders Worldwide - find your country in the drop-down menu on the top right
International Association for Suicide Prevention - find your nearest crisis center
Unsuicide - online suicide help directory
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“I only rely on me”
It's easy to develop this mindset. We get caught up in the thought pattern that no one is out there who can help us. That we can depend on no one because we must be strong and prove that we’re capable. In our past, we may not have been able to depend on anyone else for any reason whatsoever. Those around us back then may have been harmful or hurtful to us. That doesn’t mean that we have to continue on all alone though.
There are people out there for you to trust, however. Yes, there are some things that you will absolutely have to take care of on your own. But not everything. If you keep trying the same thing over and over again, yet keep getting the same result, then it may be time to get the opinion or the assistance of someone else. You’re not weak for that.
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mental-health-advice · 3 months
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OCD and getting help
I'm 17 in the UK. I think I have OCD and I talked to my GP about it a few weeks ago. She agreed that it sounds like OCD but she can't refer me for therapy. The waiting list for CAMHs is so long that by the time I turned 18 I would be kicked off but adults services don't accept referrals from people under 18. Going private isn't an option because my parents make hurtful comments about mental health in general and the mental health of other family members and I think it would do more harm than good to talk to them. I'm frustrated and I don't know what to do, I probably won't get help until after my a level exams and my mental health is making it impossible to write essays. I'm worried that I won't get the grades I need for uni and I'm constantly anxious and convinced that I'm dying of a serious illness. I'm tired of having to be resilient and I jsut want something to change.
Hey there,
I can see and can sympathise greatly with you how difficult it can be when you are wanting help, support and answers but the waiting list is just too long to bare. I know that you mentioned that you won’t be able to receive face-to-face support from a therapist due to long waiting lists with CAMHs and the fact that you are so close to turning 18 that being put onto the list may be pointless and the fact that you cannot get onto the adult services list until you actually turn 18, but have you ever thought of getting help and support from a counsellor either from a helpline or on web counselling? I know that these services may not be as great as face-to-face counselling, but it may be helpful in the short-term until you are able to see someone face-to-face. I also don’t know if this is true of every helpline/ web counselling service, but some will even let you have counselling with the same counsellor ongoingly if that makes is a bit easier. Again, it’s not the same I know but it may be something worth thinking about.
I am so sorry to hear that your parents aren’t great when it comes to other people’s mental health, but if they were to see how much you were struggling right now then perhaps they would be more open to listen to you and help you to get the help and support privately if they have the finances to do so. I again, do not know your parents or exactly how they may react if you were to talk to them, but if things get really bad and phone or online counselling isn’t helping as much as you need it to be, then it may be your only option in the end. Maybe even having a chat to them about your possible OCD with your GP could be beneficial at first as your GP can bring it up and break the ice between you and your parents so to speak. Just an idea.
I really hope that this has helped a bit and please do let us know if we can help to support you in any other way!
I’m thinking of you, hope you are going OK and I wish you all the best with your A level exams!
Take care,
Lauren
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unami-anamo0y · 1 year
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akindplace · 2 years
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Being independent is good so you can feel capable achieving what you want and need, but taken to the extreme, it makes it hard for us to ask for help for the most basic things, like emotional support, and it drives people to burn out when they do everything on their own based on the idea that getting help makes you an inconvenience, a burden or a bad person. It is even worse for people who actively need help because of their health, because they are constantly labeled as lazy and told they should try harder when they can’t. We were made to live in society, to help each other, to cooperate and that is one of the things that allowed us to evolve and get to where we are. We are never really alone in our achievements; we all need support in one way or another. How much you need help from others shouldn’t have to determine your worth as a person.
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Just had my first therapy session
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beemintty · 25 days
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i sit and wonder why you hate doing things that make you feel better.
i ponder the reason you skip out on things that make your life easier.
i think "what's bad about relying on something that makes you feel good? i don't think there's anything wrong with that?!"
i'll never understand.... maybe....
i remember the days where all i do is sleep and scroll knowing that if i get up and start doing things that make me feel good i would stop feeling like shit.
i too know what it's like to resist the things that make me feel good.
i may not resist relying on medication to keep my organs in check, but i know what it's like to feel it's better to just brave the pain, than turn to something else to make it go away.
i'll never quite understand.... but i can just a little bit feel what you feel.
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greyaugustuspoetry · 1 year
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a promise to those around me
i'll make a promise
to everyone around.
that this is the last time
i let myself drown
and there will never be
a next time.
where you have to
pull me out of myself
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