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Re: I did it, I met my running coach, when everything in me told me not to go, so proud of myself
@Distraction so proud of you, your an amazing and awesome human bean 


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Re: Comment in the media has offended me
I think I might know which comment you are referring to (or if not, then I can relate to it from something similar I've recently read about). And I agree- it was bad to generalise. I don't doubt that there are people out there who are exactly the way she described that led her to generalising in the first place. But you'll find those types of people in all walks of life, not just in a certain group of people. If anything, this shows the danger of generalising (something that is probably really relevant in today's society when we think of how easy misinformation gets spread around).
It's understandable that her comment would've made you feel inferior and a lack of confidence. And while there will be people agreeing with her comment, there will be plenty of people who disagree too- and they will probably point out the generalisation in her comment as well.
Sometimes when we get upset by something we see in the news or online, it can help to take a break from what we are reading or watching. Hope you are okay
It's understandable that her comment would've made you feel inferior and a lack of confidence. And while there will be people agreeing with her comment, there will be plenty of people who disagree too- and they will probably point out the generalisation in her comment as well.
Sometimes when we get upset by something we see in the news or online, it can help to take a break from what we are reading or watching. Hope you are okay


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Re: How do I stop being asexual???
Asexuals certainly do exist & are about 1% of the population. Many people don't know they exist or refuse to accept they do. They're not usually considered to be part of the LGBTQ community & there aren't any asexual bars or parades, so asexual awareness is low.
Don't let people pressure you into dating, sex, relationships etc. you don't want. You'll feel unusual & many people will tell you to be typical & you'll want to be, but you can't make yourself sexual. My situation is significantly different to yours in that I'm heterosexual & have had short-term relationships, but I can empathise with you. I don't want another relationship & many wrongly people tell me that I'm obliged to be half of a couple, berate me for not having had a LTR & tell me that being single isn't a valid option.
Don't let people pressure you into dating, sex, relationships etc. you don't want. You'll feel unusual & many people will tell you to be typical & you'll want to be, but you can't make yourself sexual. My situation is significantly different to yours in that I'm heterosexual & have had short-term relationships, but I can empathise with you. I don't want another relationship & many wrongly people tell me that I'm obliged to be half of a couple, berate me for not having had a LTR & tell me that being single isn't a valid option.
Re: TW - Eating problems
i relate to being picky and not having appetite to eat i think i start building energy is with small meals to expand the stomach like easy to food like yogurt soup ice cream like liquids and just even if you aren't hungry try to each to get the body used to routine so you can eat more without getting full with the pickiness i try to find one nutritious meal that i LOVE and cant get enough of and that motivate me to each more of it also when you get more energy try to do a little movement because that makes you hungry and that makes a cycle where you will be hungry and able to eat large nutritious meals
Re: Sorry everyone
Hey @AnonymousToe, just wanted to reiterate everything that @Past User has shared above. 
No matter what you say or how you feel, myself and the whole community really do care about you so much. We think you matter and you are so worthy and deserving of care, kindness and support.
It's so tough to hear you say that you feel you're a burden and you want everyone to come first before you. We all need a helping hand sometimes in life, we can't do all of this alone. I know it's difficult not to, but please try not to compare yourself to others. What you are going through is valid too and you are deserving of support, like everyone else.
Life can be so heavy sometimes and the world is going through so much that we need to stick together and support one another. It's important we have people we can lean on and share things with. I see you supporting others on here and you spread so much kindness. Remember to take good care of yourself.
We will be here for you.

No matter what you say or how you feel, myself and the whole community really do care about you so much. We think you matter and you are so worthy and deserving of care, kindness and support.

It's so tough to hear you say that you feel you're a burden and you want everyone to come first before you. We all need a helping hand sometimes in life, we can't do all of this alone. I know it's difficult not to, but please try not to compare yourself to others. What you are going through is valid too and you are deserving of support, like everyone else.
Life can be so heavy sometimes and the world is going through so much that we need to stick together and support one another. It's important we have people we can lean on and share things with. I see you supporting others on here and you spread so much kindness. Remember to take good care of yourself.

We will be here for you.


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Re: catching feelings
Hi @Xee
I just wanted to kind of repeat what Sputnik said- you can’t help being attracted to people, and what matters is that you’re not acting on that. I don’t think you’re doing anything wrong. I know nothing about relationships but still lol. You’re not doing it on purpose, and you’re not acting on these thoughts. That’s all I’d expect from a partner
I just wanted to kind of repeat what Sputnik said- you can’t help being attracted to people, and what matters is that you’re not acting on that. I don’t think you’re doing anything wrong. I know nothing about relationships but still lol. You’re not doing it on purpose, and you’re not acting on these thoughts. That’s all I’d expect from a partner