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You mentioned possibly wanting to speak to someone at Qwell, and you're doing so well to reach out for support both in terms of looking them up and opening up here too. At the same time, I really hear how daunting the prospect of talking in depth feels, and that is so, so valid. That sounds like it could feel scary. What do you imagine might happen if you begin that process of talking in depth? What feels like the hardest part of doing that?
We're here to listen entirely at your pace, and getting curious about how it might feel to open up further can be such a positive step!
@Sian321 i just can’t cope with it. i have no hope of even passing anyways so is there even any point going? the thought of even going to a class makes me rly anxious. i just give up with life in general. i’m sry. i think i wld be ok if i could just do the work alone instead of going to classes. it’s classes that make me rly anxious.
I think it's more internally in my head, like I'm trying to avoid thinking about everything.. and especially talking about everything. It's almost as if my brain is trying to trick me into thinking I'm fine, when realistically I know I'm not really fine.
My brain just shuts down, I've got so good at blocking shit out over the years that it is like second nature. Until it isn't and it gets too much, which never ends well.
I suppose it's a case of giving the chat a go, no harm right? I think talking might open a can of worms, which again, might not end well.
Aww no worries, virtual cake is the best and it'd always the flavour the person likes most too. 🍪 🍪
That's awesome - I hereby declare you a coffee cake then 🍪
Thank you for letting us know that you're safe too, though I appreciate that doesn't take away from just how intensive and difficult it might be to be struggling in this way. Please know that if you'd like some more in-depth, 1:1 support, our SHOUT text service is here for you and ready to speak 24/7. Samaritans and Papyrus also run 24/7 services. You deserve to be able to express these feelings and to have safe outlets and support.
You mentioned that it feels pointless to be 'here' anymore - can I ask, what do you mean by 'here'?
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https://peerchat.link/papyrus
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Lets all be here for one another in these comments if you feel you have the capacity to do so!
Hi @Sian321, thank you for replying, I appreciate that. It's more of a general feeling, though to be honest feelings are quite hard to describe sometimes. I've been dealing with low mood for quite a few years now and it kind of comes and goes in waves, and sometimes the waves get too strong and it feels like I'm drowning inside, if that makes any sense. I'm able to access helplines if it gets too overwhelming though, and I try to take care of myself as best as I can when I feel this way.
My parents aren't really that emotionally available, and it's sort of upsetting since every time I talk about my feelings to them, they'll either dismiss it or get me to cheer up, which makes me feel worse. It's really helpful to be able to share how I feel here, and it means the world to have people listen.
Bless your heart for being so kind-hearted and helpful with everyone, it must be a lot supporting so many people at once. When I'm in the right mental state I like to help as much as I can, as it strangely enough makes me feel much happier.
Thank you @Sian321 for the message. A lot of things have been triggering the low I think and it’s all think that everyone will tell me I’m overthinking about so I just feel stupid.
I mean here in general like life, it just seems that I’m being pushed out and that
Sorry for the late message back, kinda just been silently breaking down again
@eylah it doesn't sound selfish at all - but I promise, you are important. You're literally the most caring, selfless and kind person I've ever met, and I'm sure lots of people here will agree on that