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  • Amy22Amy22 Posts: 5,503 Part of The Furniture
    Hi @Chloe234 I'm sorry to hear that you are having a tough time at the moment. I can understand how hard it is must be with what you are going through. I can relate a little bit with school being a good distraction, as it can act as a routine in a way, and you get to see your friends as well. It sounds like school helped a lot and that you were able to talk to the teachers about how you were feeling. I'm sorry to hear that you are feeling very anxious at the moment. The summer holidays can be very daunting especially when there isn't much to do. Is there anyone you can talk to at home or even a trusted person you might know who could relieve your anxiety a bit?. I find sometimes talking to someone about how you are feeling can be helpful. Also, as you are on summer break, have you got any interests or hobbies that you could possibly do that relax you or take your mind off things?. Sometimes when you do something wether that be reading or it could even be watching a film, it can relieve anxiety a bit, and it can be a form of escapism.

    I just wanted to also say that it is totally okay to have feelings of anxiety especially with what you have been through lately. You don't have to feel bad about being anxious, as it is a normal human emotion that many people have.

    I think it is nice that you are visiting your older sister in August and going to her birthday party. I'm sure it will go very well and she will be very happy to see you. I hope you have a good time.

    I'm always here if you ever need to talk about anything. I'm more than happy to help. Sending hugs <3

    Amy
    Just a person who likes pop culture and films
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  • Amy22Amy22 Posts: 5,503 Part of The Furniture
    @Chloe234 I'm sorry to hear that you haven't got anyone to talk to about how you are feeling at the moment. I understand that it can be hard talking about feelings and opening up to people. I can kinda relate to what you said about being strong, as I find it hard sometimes to talk to people about how I am feeling. However, sometimes we can't always be strong 24/7 as it can be draining sometimes, and sometimes we have to talk to others as it can ease the pressure of having to be strong.

    I can also understand that when you are feeling anxious, it can be difficult doing the things you love as you feel less likely to do them. However, please don't be afraid of speaking out and being open about your feelings. There's a quote or saying (I think) I know of , which says "Storms don't last forever", and that overtime anxiety will have less an impact on your life. Hope you are okay.

    Sending hugs <3

    Amy :)
    Just a person who likes pop culture and films
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  • Amy22Amy22 Posts: 5,503 Part of The Furniture
    Aw no worries Chloe :)
    Just a person who likes pop culture and films
  • Ed_Ed_ Posts: 1,551 Extreme Poster
    Chloe234 wrote: »
    there isnt really anyone i can talk to no, im the strong one to people around me so i act fine around them which is hard but i wouldnt want to put them through the hurt of knowing how much im struggling and i like to think im here for them if they do need me.

    Hey @Chloe234 - just wanted to unpick this a little, as whilst I can appreciate it can feel hard to reach out to people when you are the person they turn to, I do feel like it is important that people recognise that even the strongest among us need support at times. In some respects, opening up to people that you usually support to talk about things you are finding difficult may help them to realise that it is okay to have these periods in our lives.

    That said, totally appreciate you may not feel comfortable reaching out to them about this, so am glad that you have found us here, we are all here to talk things through. How have things been feeling since you posted? Have you found anything particularly helpful?
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  • Amy22Amy22 Posts: 5,503 Part of The Furniture
    Hi @Chloe234 I'm sorry to hear that you are going through a lot lately. I can understand that not having a routine for a while can be a bit scary as it feels like you have got nothing to do, especially when there are lots of things going on in your life. Im sorry to hear that your half sister is feeling unwell at the moment. I hope she is okay and will have a quick recovery.

    It's totally okay to feel anxious in these times especially with the things that have been happening to you. I am always here for you if you want to talk about how you are feeling or if you want any advice on anything. <3

    Sending hugs,

    Amy <3
    Just a person who likes pop culture and films
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