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Re: Anybody want to vent or chat about anything? (Triggering Stuff Edition) w/c 02.02.26
@toffuna101 it might be worth if you can, asking your ISP to block whichever sites you downloaded the illegal document from. That way, even if intrusive thoughts become overwhelming for you, you couldn't redownload the illegal document even if you tried to. It's also worth talking to CAMHS about this, because you deserve to have mental health support with those intrusive thoughts.
Nathan
Re: scared im gonna end up in a jail cell
@toffuna101 You are not alone in feeling scared and I think is completely understandable to worry about the future and think about the consequences that come with becoming an adult.
Feeling anxious does not mean you are doomed or that something terrible is guaranteed to happen. It shows that you care about yourself and your future, and that awareness is a really positive thing. Many people have moments they look back on and question. Those are a part of learning and figuring out who you are along the way.
Even if it feels overwhelming, your past actions do not control what happens next. You still have so much time to grow to make better choices and to shape the future you want for yourself. We believe in your strength and capability to reach there one step at a time. You deserve compassion, understanding and a chance to move forward without fear.
Ech0
Re: Anybody want to vent or chat about anything? (Triggering Stuff Edition) w/c 02.02.26
@Lottie5433 It must be so tricky to be in this situation. I'm hearing that you feel overwhelmed, upset and frustrated at how your partner spoke to you about your self-harm, that's understandable. It's so unfair that you're being made to feel like a child in all of this, it makes sense you'd argue with him about that. You are not alone in this, we're all here to support you.
Just to reiterate, although you're very much aware, if you feel unsafe tonight then please contact Shout on 85258, Samaritans on 116 123 or NHS 111 for urgent support.
Callum
Re: Anybody want to vent or chat about anything? (Triggering Stuff Edition) w/c 26.01.26
Hey Nathan,
Thank you for sharing this, you did the right thing by seeking medical help. I am really sorry to hear you didn't get the support you hoped for. Would it be worth contacting your GP to see if they can offer any support?
I know you are already aware of different services available but just as a reminder Samaritans (116123) are their to talk when things feel like too much.
Owen
Re: Anybody want to vent or chat about anything? w/c 26.01.26
That sounds like a great idea! I thought I'd share this with you https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWPYhebILb4
Verity
Re: ( cw: sexual assault ) realised i've technically been sa'd
@eden87 It sounds like so much for you to have been through, you are so brave for sharing your experiences with us! I know that can be so difficult and overwhelming to do. Just to echo what @eylah said, support services like Rape Crisis are useful if you need any professional advice about what happened. We are here to listen and talk about it with you whenever you need.
Callum
Re: ( cw: sexual assault ) realised i've technically been sa'd
i’m so sry you’ve had to go through such a difficult experience. we are here for you at the mix. i was wondering depending on your age if you’re comfortable talking to a support line maybe abt what’s happened to you? if you’re 16+ ( i think it is ) you can reach out to a support line called ‘rape crisis’ they’re for ppl who have been sexually assaulted. raped. child sexual abuse. sexual harassment . and any other kind of sexual abuse etc. i have reached out to then before and they’re helpful depending you get. just fyi they won’t share what you told them unless you’re at risk of harm etc but they won’t share anything you say unless they think you or someone else is at risk etc.
if you’re under 19 years old i would maybe reach out to childline bc they can help talk through this with you. or maybe reaching out to kooth depending on your area.
you matter so much and i’m rly sry that you’ve had to go through something so tough but im so pleased you’ve reached out here bc you matter so much <3.
eylah