“Rock bottom became the solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life.”

WannabeFree

I think it's pretty well documented on here how I struggle. I still haven't got the balance. Highs at 100 mile an hour and lows just as deep. I self harm and have have issues with food and stuff. I don't really talk about it much and I DO try to keep it off here but then I sometimes worry only giving half the picture I come across doing things wrong Guess that's part of finding the balance

US listened to some of the most stupid texts from me last year that probably made no sense at all but just the replies distracted me enough to 'get help'

x

teafor2

I saw the headline in the paper but haven't seen any comments about it so I don't know what people are saying. I do know and say this from experience that unless you've actually dealt with MH issues yourself or with a family member, as much as you think you understand you really don't. The people going through it can't even understand it themselves. But talking about it will hopefully get rid of the stigma one day.

Wannabe, I'm really sorry you've been brave enough to ask for help but not got any. x

WannabeFree

I only saw the comments Tea as an old friend text to check I was okay :cool: She thought it was me Not sure what that implies.

I manage now, I have some help although not focused on what I want to focus on more on other things I don't see the benefit of if that makes sense. Some of the stuff I feel I've locked away where it can stay. I'm not one that feels 'talking' about it makes it easier. I'd rather leave it where it is in it's box but they don't want that.

I'm sure one day it will be all levelled out though and it will get easier.

x

P.S Tea it's snowing again here is it there?

teafor2

No snow here - sad face now, because I don't have to drive tomorrow :rotfl:

People are different. Some find talking cathartic and it's the way forward for them, others, like yourself, acknowledge what's gone on/is going on but would rather keep it under lock and key. That's not to say at some point they won't want to talk about things. Personally, I don't agree with pushing people to discuss things. It can open old wounds and cans of worms that don't always need to be opened. Just knowing there's support there if and when they're ready to talk can be good enough for people to move on. x

teafor2

Just need to add, I can't figure out who US is, but I'm so glad you were able to talk to them and get the help you needed. x

teafor2

beanielou wrote: »

This is true & this why everyone has to help to put it out there.

I am not ashamed to say I have had mental health problems~~anxiety, depression & feeling suicidal. x

Beanie, I also hope you're able to get the help you need if/when you want it. x

beanielou

teafor2 wrote: »

Beanie, I also hope you're able to get the help you need if/when you want it. x

I am much more on an even keel these days thanks, but I dont forget.
There can go any of us at any time x

WannabeFree

US - Uncannyscott, hope he doesn't mind me saying it There where/are many more who have helped me through the really low times too. US just was texting at the moment in time it was needed most saying the right things. Even now. I really do appreciate each and every one of you that has left messages/pm's and texts.

Sorry Beanie, I totally didn't reply to what you said right. I'm glad things are more settled for you now. But you're right you never know what's around the corner.

x

PositiveBalance

:grouphug: A dodgy group hug for everyone tonight, I think! :grouphug:


Wannabe (and Beanie and anyone else so wishing): there's always someone here if you want to talk. We are REALLY good at nattering!



Things sounds like they are going well, Wannabe...well done on doing so much in such a short period of time. :T

RosaBernicia

Mental health does need to be talked about.

Totally agree that talking through things can help - but I think it needs to be at a time when you've got the brain space to deal with what comes up. I was going to give up counselling after the first few weeks, because I felt I'd got through the issue that triggered me taking it up and I didn't see a bigger benefit. But I went because I'd booked it and would have to pay anyway (and I'm lucky I can do so), and in that couple of weeks things started to show in a different picture. Now I think it's been really helpful and a couple of people have commented on the changes I'm making. Just wanted to say, Wannabe, in case it turns out you find it starts to work or if you can maybe have a break til things get clearer and then take it up again.


Rosa xx