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  • Former MemberFormer Member Posts: 10 Settling in
    Hi @IainJammyboy thank you for sharing how you feel. Firstly well done, it's very brave of you to open up about how you're feeling and what your going through. Sorry that you are going through this as well, you have taken the first step and spoken about how're you're feeling on here which is good and I'm glad you have. I think it's good that you're also taking the step to reach out to private health care, which you should be proud of yourself for taking that step too. I belive that maybe talking to someone now would help you, share your concerns with them why your are scared too. I'm just going to leave some helpline numbers here for you:

    Samaritans. To talk about anything that is upsetting you, you can contact Samaritans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can call 116 123 (free from any phone), email jo@samaritans.org or visit some branches in person. You can also call the Samaritans Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day).

    Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM). You can call the CALM on 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight every day) if you are struggling and need to talk. Or if you prefer not to speak on the phone, you could try the CALM webchat service.

    Shout. If you would prefer not to talk but want some mental health support, you could text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a confidential 24/7 text service providing support if you are in crisis and need immediate help.

    Again, you've taken the first step by speaking here which I'm glad you have. 🙂




  • GemmaGemma Inactive Posts: 1,093 Wise Owl
    edited April 2023
    Hi @IainJammyboy, I just wanted to reach out to say that as @Smiley_moon has said, it is so brave of you to share your experiences with us. I hear you say that you think you're not deserving of support. I know it is difficult for all of us to understand our worth during difficult times, but what you are going through sounds really tough and frightening and you deserve to be supported. I know you have mentioned before that you haven't always had the best experiences with support services but it is a good thing to reach out when you need it, and you certainly shouldn't be judged for it.

    How are you doing today? We care about you <3

    You've shared that you've had these voices for the last 6 months but that recently they have been getting worse. These episodes that you mention sound really scary and it sounds like it has been more and more difficult for you to fight back against what the voices are telling you.

    You mention that you really don't want to lose control again. Is there anything that helps you take the power back from/say no to the voices? I wondered if you had any safety strategies or blocking strategies that could help?

    I hear there's a part of you that's really scared it will get worse, and so I sense that getting better is something you want to hold on to and that's important. How are you feeling about getting private healthcare in a few weeks?

    You mention that you're nervous about calling mental health services, but there are organisations who can specifically help with hearing voices. Some organisations & resources that might be useful include:
    The Voice Collective | call 020 7911 0822 or email info@voicecollective.co.uk. They have an online peer support forum, where you can connect in with others who are experiencing something similar to you and they also have tools on their website where you can select what difficult emotion you're experiencing currently, and it gives you relevant coping mechanisms.

    Hearing Voices Network | call 0114 271 8210 or e-mail them on nhvn@hotmail.co.uk 

    Our article on hearing voices on our website

    Our article on how to get support if you're hearing voices

    Hopefully these might make you feel less alone. We really appreciate your trust in sharing your experiences with us <3


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  • Former MemberFormer Member Posts: 271 The Mix Regular
    @IainJammyboy It sounds like you are going through such a difficult time with these distressing voices. It’s understandable to feel scared and overwhelmed. It is important to seek help from a professional as soon as possible.

    There are different types of support available, and a mental health professional can help you figure out what kind of support is best for your situation. Additionally, reaching out to a trusted friend or family member and letting them know what you are going through might be helpful. Remember, you deserve help and support, and it is brave to reach out for it. Please take care of yourself and seek help sooner.
  • GemmaGemma Inactive Posts: 1,093 Wise Owl
    @IainJammyboy, you're doing so well to keep in touch with the community whilst you're going through what sounds like an incredibly scary time for you <3 How have you been doing this weekend?

    As @Terry8936 has said, it's so understandable to feel overwhelmed and stuck about what to do. How are you feeling about getting some help via private healthcare soon?

    Remember that we are here for you, and there are organisations and support services, like those I shared above, that can provide you with support with hearing voices.

    We care about you <3
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  • GemmaGemma Inactive Posts: 1,093 Wise Owl
    @IainJammyboy, no apologies needed. I'm sorry to hear that the voices haven't died down yet. Sending you hugs alongside the rest of the community <3

    Please only share whatever you feel comfortable sharing on here. It is so brave of you to share even a snippet of the really tough things you're going through.

    I am so so pleased to hear that you have this brilliant news! Although, it is really difficult to hear that these assumptions and admin errors meant that you haven't felt listened to or understood with the psychiatric team.

    It's amazing that you feel so positively about going forward now with your appointment next Monday to get you on the right treatment. I share your excitement in this - you deserve the right help and support and it's fantastic that it sounds like you're on track to getting this now :)

    What kind of support do you have around you, in family or friends?
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  • GemmaGemma Inactive Posts: 1,093 Wise Owl
    @IainJammyboy, I'm so glad to hear this!! It sounds like you are finally being listened to and on track to getting the right support. I'm so pleased to hear your positivity :)

    Well done for continuing to advocate for yourself. It's no easy thing and it's so brave of you to continue sharing your story with us <3
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