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Hi, i'm Julie
Former Member
Posts: 2 Newbie
I have been recommended by a friend to try this site. I am very nervous to talk about my problems, I have also been recommended to call samaritans but I'm not sure if i can. I have a few physical and mental health issues but I feel that i'm struggling more than ever. I'm not sure how i will respond to feedback as i feel like helpful tips from others won't do anything for me, even though i know you have good intentions, i just struggle with people telling me i need to take deep breaths and go for a walk, so for that i am sorry. not sure what i'll get from this but i might as well try as i am constantly battling suicidal thoughts and am very scared to take action. thank you for reading.
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If you want to head over to the health and wellbeing section you can make a post looking for advice there, and I promise we do more than tell people to have a cuppa or go for a walk people share from their own experience's and hopefully you'll find something that helps
I understand how scary it can be opening up, I felt the exact same, that it makes it more 'real' but it is very real already, it may seem scary, but opening up is probably the bravest thing you can do
I understand your feelings of nervousness about sharing your problems. I, too, don’t find it easy and I’ve kept a lot of feelings to myself over the years.
I wouldn’t ever tell you to just go for a walk or take a breath. That wouldn’t fix your problems.
Sometimes it helps to talk but only when you’re ready. Bottling up emotions can sometimes make it worse.
I’m sorry to hear what you’re going through, if you ever want support or someone to vent to I’m here. But no pressure
Welcome to The Mix it's lovely to have you here. Sorry to hear about how you're feeling, we are here for you. Like @Past User mentioned it could be worth starting a thread in our health and well-being section,when you feel ready to do that- no pressure at all. You've taken a very positive first step by posting and joining us here. We care about you,
Hi @Durhamjaide and @GreenTea
Thanks both for welcoming Julie to the forums and sending kind messages
As this post is over a month old, I have removed your posts and sank the post (meaning it won't keep getting bumped by new comments) - this is just to make sure that old issues are not brought up.
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