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Anybody want to vent or chat about anything? w/c 05.01.26

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  • Ech0Ech0 Community Connector Posts: 189 Helping Hand
    edited January 7
    @Lottie5433 I can only imagine how nervous you must have felt worrying about your appointment. I hope you were able to get some well-deserved rest and that everything went smoothly and that you’re feeling a little more at ease now. We are more than willing to listen and I’m here if you would like to talk about it.
  • Ech0Ech0 Community Connector Posts: 189 Helping Hand
    @Redemption I hope today went well and that you were able to get through it okay. Even when the day is difficult or feels long, it’s important to remember that you’ve done your best and that it’s completely okay to feel the way you do. You deserve to take some time for yourself, perhaps to relax, unwind, and recharge a little after getting through the day because that is something to be proud of.
  • Ech0Ech0 Community Connector Posts: 189 Helping Hand
    @Nathan I completely understand why you are feeling unsure about this. From what you’ve described, the letter sounds like it would make things much smoother if you ever decide to be readmitted. It may be a way to make sure your mental health history is clear and so you don’t have to explain everything again later, and that could really take some of the pressure off you in the future whilst not committing you to anything. At the same time, it’s completely okay that you didn’t want it earlier. Your feelings were and still are absolutely valid, and you are allowed to change your mind. It can take time to process these things, and your feelings can naturally change as your situation evolves, it makes total sense that you wanted to hold off. It’s more than okay to take a little time to consider what would feel safest and most comfortable for you.


    If having the letter would make you feel safer or less stressed about the future, then it could be worth asking for it. But if it feels overwhelming, it’s perfectly okay to wait or think about it a bit longer. You’ve clearly been thoughtful and self-aware about your decisions, and I hope you can give yourself some credit for that. The most important thing is that the choice feels right for you and helps you feel best supported, there is no wrong choice here. We hear you and are here to hold space for you and support you as you navigate this.
  • Lottie5433Lottie5433 Community Connector Posts: 1,006 Wise Owl
    Ech0 wrote: »
    @Lottie5433 I can only imagine how nervous you must have felt worrying about your appointment. I hope you were able to get some well-deserved rest and that everything went smoothly and that you’re feeling a little more at ease now. We are more than willing to listen and I’m here if you would like to talk about it.

    Thank you @Ech0, I had a lot of anxious energy going into the appointment. I didn’t get a lot of rest after the appointment but everything did go smoothly and I clicked with the person I met with.
  • eylaheylah Community Connector Posts: 10,412 An Original Mixlorian
    morning how is everyone? <3
    ppl dont always need advice. sometimes all they rly need is a hand to hold. an ear to listen. and a heart to understand them. 🧸
  • so_very_tiredso_very_tired Posts: 643 Incredible Poster
    tired but fine
  • NemuritaiNemuritai Posts: 905 Part of The Mix Family
    I'm not doing great right now. I just feel really overlooked by my parents because I'm always ignored and it upsets me being treated like I'm not there. Of course they always fawn over my brother whenever he's around, but I feel like I'm not really wanted around them so I've been by myself a lot. I prefer being on my own to being around them though. I don't want to sound ungrateful but it makes me feel so much more upset when I'm around them.
  • RedemptionRedemption Community Connector Posts: 6,319 Master Poster
    Ech0 wrote: »
    @Redemption I hope today went well and that you were able to get through it okay. Even when the day is difficult or feels long, it’s important to remember that you’ve done your best and that it’s completely okay to feel the way you do. You deserve to take some time for yourself, perhaps to relax, unwind, and recharge a little after getting through the day because that is something to be proud of.

    Always appreciate you @Ech0 , I hope you're
    ok ❤️
  • eylaheylah Community Connector Posts: 10,412 An Original Mixlorian
    had to leave teddy :(.
    ppl dont always need advice. sometimes all they rly need is a hand to hold. an ear to listen. and a heart to understand them. 🧸
  • Ech0Ech0 Community Connector Posts: 189 Helping Hand
    edited January 8
    @Nemuritai I’m really sorry you’re going through this. It makes complete sense that you’d feel hurt and overlooked in that situation. Feeling ignored by the people who are supposed to see and support you can be very painful and it’s really difficult when attention and affection are given so freely to someone else while you’re left feeling invisible. Nobody deserves to feel that way in their own family.

    You’re not ungrateful for feeling this way and feeling hurt about what you wish you had received doesn’t make you wrong or selfish at all. It just means you have a heart that longs to be understood and shows how deeply you care and how much you want to feel close and connected. You deserve that kind of warmth and care just as much as anyone else.

    You deserve to feel noticed, wanted, and valued. Even if the ones closest to you don’t show it in the way you need right now, that doesn’t change your worth or the fact that you bring so much value just by existing and being you. Even when it feels lonely, you’re not alone here and you are surrounded by people who care and are listening. You don’t have to hold all of this by yourself or figure it out on your own. We’re here for you, we’re listening, and you matter to us.
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  • NemuritaiNemuritai Posts: 905 Part of The Mix Family
    @Ech0 thank you so so much, it genuinely means the world to hear that. I really appreciate how kind and thoughtful you are to everyone :heart:
  • eylaheylah Community Connector Posts: 10,412 An Original Mixlorian
    crying. just feel like im not gd enough. :/
    ppl dont always need advice. sometimes all they rly need is a hand to hold. an ear to listen. and a heart to understand them. 🧸
  • NemuritaiNemuritai Posts: 905 Part of The Mix Family
    eylah wrote: »
    crying. just feel like im not gd enough. :/

    Aw I'm sorry you feel that way @eylah :heart: we all care about you lots and we're always here for you. Sending bear hugs 🫂 I also hope you get to see teddy again soon :heart:
  • Ech0Ech0 Community Connector Posts: 189 Helping Hand
    @eylah I’m so sorry you’re feeling this way. I know that ache when it feels like you’re not enough, and it’s really heavy.

    You are so much more than these feelings, even if right now they feel like they’re taking over. You make a difference just by being you. The world is better with you in it, even if it’s hard to see that in this moment. People feel calmer, lighter, or simply more seen because you exist.

    It’s okay to let yourself cry, to feel tired, to feel overwhelmed. You don’t have to hide it or push it away. Sometimes just allowing yourself to be is the bravest thing you can do. And even in these hard moments, you are growing, you are learning, and you are moving forward.

    We are here for you, we care about you, and we believe in you. You are more than enough just as you are.
  • eylaheylah Community Connector Posts: 10,412 An Original Mixlorian
    hey im feeling better :). just rly miss teddy n my bf. how is everyone? <3
    ppl dont always need advice. sometimes all they rly need is a hand to hold. an ear to listen. and a heart to understand them. 🧸
  • so_very_tiredso_very_tired Posts: 643 Incredible Poster
    eylah wrote: »
    hey im feeling better :). just rly miss teddy n my bf. how is everyone? <3

    fine but numb
  • NemuritaiNemuritai Posts: 905 Part of The Mix Family
    eylah wrote: »
    hey im feeling better :). just rly miss teddy n my bf. how is everyone? <3

    Aw I'm glad you're feeling better - please remember to take good care of yourself, you deserve it :heart: I'm doing okay, ty for asking - I've been working really hard on reading japanese novels recently which I'm super proud of ^^
  • Lottie5433Lottie5433 Community Connector Posts: 1,006 Wise Owl
    I’m struggling tonight with everything going on and I can’t talk to my boyfriend about any of it because I don’t want to worry him or cause an argument no when we are at my sisters tonight
  • RedemptionRedemption Community Connector Posts: 6,319 Master Poster
    I can't do these shifts anymore
  • NemuritaiNemuritai Posts: 905 Part of The Mix Family
    edited January 9
    Hey, how's everyone doing? :heart:

    Also this is off topic but @Nathan I'm really glad to see that duck again - every time I see it it looks like it's staring at me and makes me laugh 😂
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  • RedemptionRedemption Community Connector Posts: 6,319 Master Poster
    Ive got a parking ticket for parking at work, its just 1 thing after another
  • so_very_tiredso_very_tired Posts: 643 Incredible Poster
    Nemuritai wrote: »
    Hey, how's everyone doing? :heart:

    Also this is off topic but @Nathan I'm really glad to see that duck again - every time I see it it looks like it's starting at me and makes me laugh 😂

    I'm doing fine @Nemuritai, how are you doing?

    I also completely agree with you that I like seeing @Nathan's previous pfp picture of the duck with a judgmental stare instead of that fat ass dictator.
  • NemuritaiNemuritai Posts: 905 Part of The Mix Family
    Nemuritai wrote: »
    Hey, how's everyone doing? :heart:

    Also this is off topic but @Nathan I'm really glad to see that duck again - every time I see it it looks like it's starting at me and makes me laugh 😂

    I'm doing fine @Nemuritai, how are you doing?

    I also completely agree with you that I like seeing @Nathan's previous pfp picture of the duck with a judgmental stare instead of that fat ass dictator.

    I'm glad to hear that - I'm doing okay as well, thank you :heart:
  • Ech0Ech0 Community Connector Posts: 189 Helping Hand
    edited January 9
    @eylah
    I am so sorry, I can’t imagine how hard it must feel to go through a breakup and on top of that, to say goodbye to Teddy, who meant so much to you. Every photo you’ve shared shows just how loved he was and I can understand how special your bond is. Every memory, every photo, every little moment with him mattered, and they will continue to matter because the love you share with Teddy is real and beautiful.


    You do not have to go through this alone. If you ever wish to share more stories about Teddy, talk about the moments you miss, or just sit quietly with your feelings, we are here to listen and support you with care and understanding. It’s okay to let it hurt, and it’s okay to take your time. Give yourself all the kindness, comfort, and patience you need in this moment.

    I hope you can feel, even a little, the warmth of knowing that your sadness is seen and understood. I am sure Teddy was grateful to be surrounded by your affection and it made his life brighter and happier. Let yourself take all the time you need to think and remember because those memories are everlasting.
    Teddy will always be keeping you company in a little piece of your heart, and that love will stay with you forever.
    Post edited by Ech0 on
  • NemuritaiNemuritai Posts: 905 Part of The Mix Family
    eylah wrote: »
    me n my bf have broken up so ill never see teddy again. my heart is rly hurting im gonna miss teddy so much. :(

    I'm genuinely so sorry to hear that, that must be really upsetting. Leaving both your boyfriend and teddy is a lot to handle all at once, and it makes sense you'd feel sad. I just want to remind you that everything you're feeling right now is completely valid, and it's okay to feel hurt.

    Teddy truly is a special dog and I could tell you really loved him. To echo what @Ech0 said, teddy will always be with you in a way, in your heart and memories if not physically, and that will never change. I'm here for you if you ever need to talk or get anything off your chest, always. Sending you the biggest bear hug :heart:
  • SabahSabah Community Manager Posts: 4 Newbie
    @Redemption that does sound exhausting. Even if the hours are few, if it’s a job that you don’t find rewarding, or one that you don’t particularly enjoy, it’s completely understandable that it takes it out of you by the end of the day. Have I understood that correctly?

    It’s normal to not know what you want to be in life - knowing this doesn’t make it feel any less overwhelming but we are all here for you as you figure out what you want / need. And that absolutely isn’t something you have to decide overnight, you have time.
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