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Re: Started hearing voices
oh ok sry for getting it wrong @spacedog i want you to be safe. yes i would talk to them tmr bc they can help you and maybe not have you on medication if its not helping you and might come up with something else. here for you sry for not making sense 😅. 
eylah
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Re: Started hearing voices
i wouldnt stop medication instantly bc it can have nasty effects on your mind and health have you spoken to your mh professional abt this? im not a specialist but it could be bc youve stop your medication. a psychiatrist would be able to help bc they are specialists in medication for mh and maybe talking to them abt your worries with medication? sending you hugs. 🫂
eylah
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Re: struggling with urges.
@eylah I can't begin to imagine what you're going through - I'm sending you so so much love and strength during such a difficult time. I'm so sorry you're going through such a painful time right now. It's completely understandable that you're feeling overwhelmed, especially after losing someone so close to you. Grief can be incredibly hard to cope with, and it's okay to feel sad, lost, or even angry right now.
I completely understand your concerns about confidentiality, and it's totally valid to feel hesitant to reach out to helplines. From what I know, these services only break confidentiality if they feel you're in serious danger. If you ever feel ready or able to, they could provide some extra support to talk through your thoughts and feelings. They're really there to help during times like this.
I'm really glad to hear that you're staying safe, even though I know it’s incredibly hard. I'm just sharing some resources just in case you need them for immediate support at any point:
Are there any other friends, family, or people you feel safe talking to about how you're feeling right now? Sometimes sharing with someone in your close circle can also make things feel a little lighter.
Please remember to be gentle with yourself. You’re going through so much, and it’s okay to take things one step at a time. You deserve kindness, especially from yourself. As always, we're here for you whenever you need us.
I completely understand your concerns about confidentiality, and it's totally valid to feel hesitant to reach out to helplines. From what I know, these services only break confidentiality if they feel you're in serious danger. If you ever feel ready or able to, they could provide some extra support to talk through your thoughts and feelings
. They're really there to help during times like this.I'm really glad to hear that you're staying safe, even though I know it’s incredibly hard. I'm just sharing some resources just in case you need them for immediate support at any point:
Crisis Messenger (24/7) | text THEMIX to 85258
Samartians (24/7) | call 116 123 | email jo@samaritans.org
Are there any other friends, family, or people you feel safe talking to about how you're feeling right now? Sometimes sharing with someone in your close circle can also make things feel a little lighter.
Please remember to be gentle with yourself. You’re going through so much, and it’s okay to take things one step at a time. You deserve kindness, especially from yourself. As always, we're here for you whenever you need us.
EmLiz
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Re: struggling with urges.
its normal to cry during grief; it gets all of your emotions out.
Re: Will counselling / therapy be helpful for me for all of this ?
theres CBT and DBT which could help you. theres also normal counselling where you speak to a normal counsellor and work through your problems.
Re: Will counselling / therapy be helpful for me for all of this ?
it could be the case that therapy or counselling of some kind may work - although it's important to remember that whilst things may work for some, it might not for others
it may be useful for you to talk to a professional about the struggles and challenges you face, and potentially try and adjust your outlook to one that is positive and helps you find the good in things.
it could work - but it is also okay if it becomes something you try and then realise isn't for you. it's all about finding how to best support yourself to better improve YOUR mental health
it may be useful for you to talk to a professional about the struggles and challenges you face, and potentially try and adjust your outlook to one that is positive and helps you find the good in things.
it could work - but it is also okay if it becomes something you try and then realise isn't for you. it's all about finding how to best support yourself to better improve YOUR mental health
Re: What’s your fave teddy/plushie
if i had the skills to crochet in the first place (and the equipment to do so) i would sooo attempt it. 
Re: What’s your fave teddy/plushie
i completely agree @Rose113 - i'd definitely buy a 'the mix' plushie - take my moneyyy 😂
I would also buy some mix plushies as well
eventhough I got way too many plushies but a mix plushy would be awesome. Hey I could even try to crochet one 
Amy22
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Re: A&E
youre lucky to have an adolescent ward. i wish there was one in my local hospitals
Re: (Trig sh) Thoughts creeping in again
Hey @Distraction, I'm really sorry you're feeling this way, and I want to acknowledge how hard it is to keep fighting, even when things feel overwhelming. First, I want to say that you're strong for reaching out and sharing this - it takes a lot of courage to be open about what you’re experiencing.
It sounds like therapy has helped you in one area, but it’s understandable that you’re feeling stuck when it comes to other parts of your life. Do you feel comfortable sharing what you feel therapy hasn’t addressed?
If you’re feeling close to giving in to old habits, can you think of anything that’s helped hold you back before, even when it’s been tough? It might be helpful to revisit those small steps that kept you moving forward.
I know you’re doing your best, and it’s okay to feel frustrated - you've done a positive thing by reaching out here. Have you had a chance to talk to your therapist about this, to see if there are different strategies or approaches to try? Maybe there’s something that could shift in your therapy to better support what you’re facing now.
It’s important to remember you don’t have to go through this alone. We're all here for you.
It sounds like therapy has helped you in one area, but it’s understandable that you’re feeling stuck when it comes to other parts of your life. Do you feel comfortable sharing what you feel therapy hasn’t addressed?
If you’re feeling close to giving in to old habits, can you think of anything that’s helped hold you back before, even when it’s been tough? It might be helpful to revisit those small steps that kept you moving forward.
I know you’re doing your best, and it’s okay to feel frustrated - you've done a positive thing by reaching out here. Have you had a chance to talk to your therapist about this, to see if there are different strategies or approaches to try? Maybe there’s something that could shift in your therapy to better support what you’re facing now.
It’s important to remember you don’t have to go through this alone. We're all here for you.
Gemma
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