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Started by Greninja, use Water Shuriken! July 31st, 2018 5:32 AM- 40492 views
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My mental health has been pretty poor this week. Just constantly overthinking and every little health issue makes me think it's some horrendous thing. Tired of getting knots in my stomach all the time.
Best wishes for you to feel better soon, Sheep.
Goodbye Dad.
*Big hug*
Tomorrow will be the date of anniversary for my dad's passing. I don't like the word, however it's not easy thinking of a more fitting term.
It's not fun being without a parent, especially on reminders like this. I find it even more harrowing as I've gotten older and became more aware of the circumstances surrounding his death. I hope that anybody who is struggling with mental health here can seek a healthy outlet or find solace through professional help. My dad could not find that comfort in his life.
Despite him being gone, his flowers he had taken care of bloomed a beautiful pink color.
Goodbye Dad.
I'm sorry that you don't have your dad near you. /hugs you He is there though, he lives in you as his son, and in the hearts and minds of all the people he touched in his life. Sometimes, even when you can't remember things yourself, the memories that others have are a way to share some of the happy moments with you too. It's not fun being without a parent, especially on reminders like this. I find it even more harrowing as I've gotten older and became more aware of the circumstances surrounding his death. I hope that anybody who is struggling with mental health here can seek a healthy outlet or find solace through professional help. My dad could not find that comfort in his life.
Despite him being gone, his flowers he had taken care of bloomed a beautiful pink color.
Spoiler:
Goodbye Dad.
I can't remember my grandad, because I was too young when he died, but family have told me so many good stories, that it does make him feel not so faraway sometimes, and the stories that are goofy honestly make me smile like tales featuring his dogs or his favorite part of a movie, and I feel that love and warmth, just looking at photos of him holding me as a baby, and seeing things that were his like his baseball or old clothes. The flowers that your dad grew coming into bloom right now can be a nice reminder of his presence and the beautiful parts. The hydrangeas truly are breathtaking, and it was touching to read your post.
I want to thank you for sharing something with personal, and also for sparing a thought for others, even though this is not an easy time for yourself, and encouraging anyone who might be struggling to seek mental health support.
I want you to know that I'm thinking of you, let me know if I can help, if this week gets tougher. Adding father themed-Cyndaquil art, all love and kindness your way friend.
Name: Narcissus
Adopt one yourself! @Pokémon Orphanage
I got Haxorus on "What Dragon-Type Pokemon are you?" https://quotev.com/quiz/5077163
I'm sorry that you don't have your dad near you. /hugs you He is there though, he lives in you as his son, and in the hearts and minds of all the people he touched in his life. Sometimes, even when you can't remember things yourself, the memories that others have are a way to share some of the happy moments with you too.
I can't remember my grandad, because I was too young when he died, but family have told me so many good stories, that it does make him feel not so faraway sometimes, and the stories that are goofy honestly make me smile like tales featuring his dogs or his favorite part of a movie, and I feel that love and warmth, just looking at photos of him holding me as a baby, and seeing things that were his like his baseball or old clothes. The flowers that your dad grew coming into bloom right now can be a nice reminder of his presence and the beautiful parts. The hydrangeas truly are breathtaking, and it was touching to read your post.
I want to thank you for sharing something with personal, and also for sparing a thought for others, even though this is not an easy time for yourself, and encouraging anyone who might be struggling to seek mental health support.
I want you to know that I'm thinking of you, let me know if I can help, if this week gets tougher. Adding father themed-Cyndaquil art, all love and kindness your way friend.
I hate to reply with this, but we found our cat dead this morning. Life has decided to deliver a cruel cold slap in the face. I feel like there's only so much we can process at once and this is past my limit. I really don't feel okay. I can't remember my grandad, because I was too young when he died, but family have told me so many good stories, that it does make him feel not so faraway sometimes, and the stories that are goofy honestly make me smile like tales featuring his dogs or his favorite part of a movie, and I feel that love and warmth, just looking at photos of him holding me as a baby, and seeing things that were his like his baseball or old clothes. The flowers that your dad grew coming into bloom right now can be a nice reminder of his presence and the beautiful parts. The hydrangeas truly are breathtaking, and it was touching to read your post.
I want to thank you for sharing something with personal, and also for sparing a thought for others, even though this is not an easy time for yourself, and encouraging anyone who might be struggling to seek mental health support.
I want you to know that I'm thinking of you, let me know if I can help, if this week gets tougher. Adding father themed-Cyndaquil art, all love and kindness your way friend.
Thank you for delivering such a kind message.
Edit: A day later, I'm okay now. This post was written an hour after discovering his body, emotions had been running high. The last thing we wanted on a day of grief was more death.
He has been buried. I hope our little family member rests easy. Hopefully there will be brighter days ahead. The only thing now is to try and look forward.
I hate to reply with this, but we found our cat dead this morning. Life has decided to deliver a cruel cold slap in the face. I feel like there's only so much we can process at once and this is past my limit. I really don't feel okay.
Thank you for delivering such a kind message.
Edit: A day later, I'm okay now. This post was written an hour after discovering his body, emotions had been running high. The last thing we wanted on a day of grief was more death.
He has been buried. I hope our little family member rests easy. Hopefully there will be brighter days ahead. The only thing now is to try and look forward.
Oh no, I am so sorry that you lost your cat. I am a passionate believer that life is better when it is shared with an animal, and am grateful for the pets that I have known, and empathize with what you are going through as a cat parent. I hope that even though the time did not last long enough, that you and your cat had some special adventures together that you can treasure always. I can tell by just how heartbroken you were writing, and stories you have told me before how much you loved your furry friend. It's okay to grieve here, anytime you want to talk about your friend please share. Give all your loved ones a hug, people, cats or dogs, and cherish the time you have with them. I think I speak for not just myself but many on the forum by saying that we love you, and are keeping you you family close right now in our thoughts and hearts as you heal from loss. You laid your cat to rest with love, and am glad to hear that you are looking forward to what good things the future could hold.Thank you for delivering such a kind message.
Edit: A day later, I'm okay now. This post was written an hour after discovering his body, emotions had been running high. The last thing we wanted on a day of grief was more death.
He has been buried. I hope our little family member rests easy. Hopefully there will be brighter days ahead. The only thing now is to try and look forward.
Name: Narcissus
Adopt one yourself! @Pokémon Orphanage
I got Haxorus on "What Dragon-Type Pokemon are you?" https://quotev.com/quiz/5077163
For anyone who's reading this and is currently feeling down: rest assured that you're appreciated! Things might feel grim. You might feel like everything and everyone is against you. But don't worry: it'll get better. You can overcome this! We are here with you, supporting you with all our might, cheering you on all the way! :D
Stupid question. Didn't know where to put this, but has anyone heard of age regression or "little space?" I've been finding stuff on the internet recently on it only to realize I've been doing it involuntarily. I can remember many instances where I just revert to a child-like state of speaking and acting expecting someone to be the grown up. I don't know if it's the autism talking or if it's really age regression so can anyone give any insight?
I have a question for everyone.
Who inspires you? This might be a person you know in life, or it could be someone you don't, a famous person that you have never met, but something about them or their story has an effect on you. Maybe it's not a someone, but a something that motivates you.
I had been grappling more lately with depression and low self-esteem. Because my life is small, repetitive and can be dull i was losing a sense of purpose to it. Things i once dreamed of happening by this point when i was small are not the life i have currently. I yearn for more out of the world, but then i get paralyzed by a fear of making big changes and anxiety about interacting with people. I have said to myself that i am pathetic and a waste of space, and should just die, but i stopped thinking that and whay made me stop was remembering somebody here on this forum.
It t was Lucy, my mod partner who i love and respect, a friend. I have said to her before that i think her inner strength is amazing, and really mean that, and recently i drew some strength from thinking of her, and what she fights for, and then i want to keep going myself, and know i can and i put things in perspective by looking at her and the example she sets for so many. So i'd like to name her as an inspiration.
A thing that also helps me to feel empowered and not despair is writing. Writing gets me excited, since i have so many ideas to explore, they just come out of me, and pursuing them gives me something more to focus on, something positive that i can spend hours doing. I live through these characters i write, and after a lengthy typing session i feel more inner peace, having channeled some of that restlessness into my work, and it brings me hope because I still have this wish deep down to publish one day, and it's a reason for me not to give up.
What about others, what can motivate you?
Who inspires you? This might be a person you know in life, or it could be someone you don't, a famous person that you have never met, but something about them or their story has an effect on you. Maybe it's not a someone, but a something that motivates you.
I had been grappling more lately with depression and low self-esteem. Because my life is small, repetitive and can be dull i was losing a sense of purpose to it. Things i once dreamed of happening by this point when i was small are not the life i have currently. I yearn for more out of the world, but then i get paralyzed by a fear of making big changes and anxiety about interacting with people. I have said to myself that i am pathetic and a waste of space, and should just die, but i stopped thinking that and whay made me stop was remembering somebody here on this forum.
It t was Lucy, my mod partner who i love and respect, a friend. I have said to her before that i think her inner strength is amazing, and really mean that, and recently i drew some strength from thinking of her, and what she fights for, and then i want to keep going myself, and know i can and i put things in perspective by looking at her and the example she sets for so many. So i'd like to name her as an inspiration.
A thing that also helps me to feel empowered and not despair is writing. Writing gets me excited, since i have so many ideas to explore, they just come out of me, and pursuing them gives me something more to focus on, something positive that i can spend hours doing. I live through these characters i write, and after a lengthy typing session i feel more inner peace, having channeled some of that restlessness into my work, and it brings me hope because I still have this wish deep down to publish one day, and it's a reason for me not to give up.
What about others, what can motivate you?
Name: Narcissus
Adopt one yourself! @Pokémon Orphanage
I got Haxorus on "What Dragon-Type Pokemon are you?" https://quotev.com/quiz/5077163
I honestly can't answer that. Actually, I even struggle with grasping the mere concept. Like, sure, I can respect people. There are a couple people on PC that I respect a lot (e.g. Nah, Sam, Starlight). But I never really had any sort of "looking up to" person throughout my entire life. And the mere thought just causes me a lot of bewilderment. <_<
In the end I have to rely on the only person who's always around me: myself. It's enough to stay alive. That doesn't sound like much. And in fact I barely can even enjoy anything in life. But given my very strongly nihilistic tendencies that's probably worth a lot more than it may seem. ^^"
There was a point where I wondered if it at least could be the other way around (others looking up to me). But that's a very problematic way of thinking. People don't want to look up to others who modeled themselves in such a way that people look up to them. It's that something about themselves is seen by others as a trait they can look up to.
In the end I have to rely on the only person who's always around me: myself. It's enough to stay alive. That doesn't sound like much. And in fact I barely can even enjoy anything in life. But given my very strongly nihilistic tendencies that's probably worth a lot more than it may seem. ^^"
There was a point where I wondered if it at least could be the other way around (others looking up to me). But that's a very problematic way of thinking. People don't want to look up to others who modeled themselves in such a way that people look up to them. It's that something about themselves is seen by others as a trait they can look up to.
Hey everyone. Been a long time. Was diagnosed with postpartum depression (PPD) last year and am autistic. I have severe chronic depression, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), chronic nightmares, panic disorder, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). I have some obsessive-compulsive disorder tendencies but not enough to warrant an ocd diag.
Put my rambling in spoilers if anyone wants to know the backstory:
Brain zaps. The dreaded mini-seizuresque symptom of antidepressant withdrawal. Which is what brings me here today. Has anyone else ever dealt with brain zaps? Has anyone ever successfully treated them? Does anyone here know how long they may last? I've read a month or three, sometimes years. God I hope not. Just looking for any and all possible info about it from people who've had them.
Put my rambling in spoilers if anyone wants to know the backstory:
Spoiler:
Brain zaps. The dreaded mini-seizuresque symptom of antidepressant withdrawal. Which is what brings me here today. Has anyone else ever dealt with brain zaps? Has anyone ever successfully treated them? Does anyone here know how long they may last? I've read a month or three, sometimes years. God I hope not. Just looking for any and all possible info about it from people who've had them.
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I honestly can't answer that. Actually, I even struggle with grasping the mere concept. Like, sure, I can respect people. There are a couple people on PC that I respect a lot (e.g. Nah, Sam, Starlight). But I never really had any sort of "looking up to" person throughout my entire life. And the mere thought just causes me a lot of bewilderment. <_<
In the end I have to rely on the only person who's always around me: myself. It's enough to stay alive. That doesn't sound like much. And in fact I barely can even enjoy anything in life. But given my very strongly nihilistic tendencies that's probably worth a lot more than it may seem. ^^"
There was a point where I wondered if it at least could be the other way around (others looking up to me). But that's a very problematic way of thinking. People don't want to look up to others who modeled themselves in such a way that people look up to them. It's that something about themselves is seen by others as a trait they can look up to.
In the end I have to rely on the only person who's always around me: myself. It's enough to stay alive. That doesn't sound like much. And in fact I barely can even enjoy anything in life. But given my very strongly nihilistic tendencies that's probably worth a lot more than it may seem. ^^"
There was a point where I wondered if it at least could be the other way around (others looking up to me). But that's a very problematic way of thinking. People don't want to look up to others who modeled themselves in such a way that people look up to them. It's that something about themselves is seen by others as a trait they can look up to.
Hey everyone. Been a long time. Was diagnosed with postpartum depression (PPD) last year and am autistic. I have severe chronic depression, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), chronic nightmares, panic disorder, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). I have some obsessive-compulsive disorder tendencies but not enough to warrant an ocd diag.
Put my rambling in spoilers if anyone wants to know the backstory:
Brain zaps. The dreaded mini-seizuresque symptom of antidepressant withdrawal. Which is what brings me here today. Has anyone else ever dealt with brain zaps? Has anyone ever successfully treated them? Does anyone here know how long they may last? I've read a month or three, sometimes years. God I hope not. Just looking for any and all possible info about it from people who've had them.
I am sorry to hear this, Megan and CiCi... I can't imagine how you feel.Put my rambling in spoilers if anyone wants to know the backstory:
Brain zaps. The dreaded mini-seizuresque symptom of antidepressant withdrawal. Which is what brings me here today. Has anyone else ever dealt with brain zaps? Has anyone ever successfully treated them? Does anyone here know how long they may last? I've read a month or three, sometimes years. God I hope not. Just looking for any and all possible info about it from people who've had them.
But don't forget you have friends here, who are here for you if you need an ear and support, and who love you.