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"value": "In my opinion, I think schools, family, or people in general should start teaching kids about mental health at a much younger age \nSo I've had anxiety ever since I can remember. I was scared of going blind at 7 years old, scared the world was gonna end when I was 11, etc. I think I would've been much better off today if I was taught what anxiety was when I was much younger. Then I would know how to deal with it, learn that I wasn't crazy, and most of all, get the help I needed before my brain was fully developed. In my opinion, I think with the amount of people in the world that struggle with some type of mental illness, kids should start learning about them at a much younger age so that their world doesn't fall apart one day and they have no idea why or how to deal with it. So many people are also too afraid to ask for help because they are embarrassed, scared of being judged, or don't have the money/resources for help. Just imagine how many people could've benefited from being helped earlier on, how many people could've been saved. And honestly, I've heard the whole \"let the kids have a childhood,\" but honestly, the kids who need a talk about mental health lost their childhood a long time ago."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "It’s an important subject that should be taught in an age appropriate way, but most parents aren’t informed and I’ve had too many bad counselors to trust schools to do it properly. Even trained child psychologists can be bad at their job and end up doing a lot of harm. We haven’t figured out how to destigmatize mental illness without glamorizing it yet so until then I’m not sure what a good mental health curriculum would look like."
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"from": "human",
"value": "I just survived a murder attempt by my own mother and i need help \nHello everyone,\nI'm a 20-year-old woman from Newcastle, UK, and I'm reaching out for help. When I was 16, I moved to the UK with my mother from Poland, and since then, life has been a constant struggle.\nMy father left us when I was young, and I haven't had any contact with him for years. My mother's severe mood swings resemble extreme bipolar episodes, but she refuses to seek any help, making my life even harder.\nLast year, I was prescribed Roaccutane for my acne, and things took a turn for the worse. Due to COVID, my doctor increased my dose without necessary blood tests, and I became extremely ill. My mother's refusal to pay for my treatment made things worse, and I was suicidal, but I managed to hang on.\nYesterday, my mother had her worst episode yet. While drunk, she threatened me and got very close. Terrified for my safety, I locked the door behind her when she went outside to smoke. Shockingly, she set the garden on fire, knowing it would spread to the house and harm me.\nI called the police, and my mother is now in custody. I'm completely alone, with no support, money, or idea of how to move forward. I can't work or study because of my condition.\nI'm in desperate need of help and feeling hopeless and ill. i don't know how to survive financially and rebuild after my mother attempt to kill me. I need support\nThank you for taking the time to read my story."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "Thank you for for sharing. A reminder: if you are seeking resources in your local area, please provide that in the post so that users can share appropriate links and phone numbers. If you are in distress, please call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number. You are not alone. Help is available. If you are having suicidal thoughts, please click here for a list of crisis support services., If you are seeking therapy online, please click here for a list of counselling services. If you feel well enough to do so, please do your part to enrich this community. Now that you have posted, please leave a constructive, helpful comment on someone else's post. Filter by new to find posts with zero comments. Together, we make this community great. Thank you for being here.\nI am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns."
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"value": "I just survived a murder attempt by my own mother and i need help \nHello everyone,\nI'm a 20-year-old woman from Newcastle, UK, and I'm reaching out for help. When I was 16, I moved to the UK with my mother from Poland, and since then, life has been a constant struggle.\nMy father left us when I was young, and I haven't had any contact with him for years. My mother's severe mood swings resemble extreme bipolar episodes, but she refuses to seek any help, making my life even harder.\nLast year, I was prescribed Roaccutane for my acne, and things took a turn for the worse. Due to COVID, my doctor increased my dose without necessary blood tests, and I became extremely ill. My mother's refusal to pay for my treatment made things worse, and I was suicidal, but I managed to hang on.\nYesterday, my mother had her worst episode yet. While drunk, she threatened me and got very close. Terrified for my safety, I locked the door behind her when she went outside to smoke. Shockingly, she set the garden on fire, knowing it would spread to the house and harm me.\nI called the police, and my mother is now in custody. I'm completely alone, with no support, money, or idea of how to move forward. I can't work or study because of my condition.\nI'm in desperate need of help and feeling hopeless and ill. i don't know how to survive financially and rebuild after my mother attempt to kill me. I need support\nThank you for taking the time to read my story."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "You can call citizens advice and they can advise you on support money. You could get an allowance for living and rent"
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"from": "human",
"value": "I just survived a murder attempt by my own mother and i need help \nHello everyone,\nI'm a 20-year-old woman from Newcastle, UK, and I'm reaching out for help. When I was 16, I moved to the UK with my mother from Poland, and since then, life has been a constant struggle.\nMy father left us when I was young, and I haven't had any contact with him for years. My mother's severe mood swings resemble extreme bipolar episodes, but she refuses to seek any help, making my life even harder.\nLast year, I was prescribed Roaccutane for my acne, and things took a turn for the worse. Due to COVID, my doctor increased my dose without necessary blood tests, and I became extremely ill. My mother's refusal to pay for my treatment made things worse, and I was suicidal, but I managed to hang on.\nYesterday, my mother had her worst episode yet. While drunk, she threatened me and got very close. Terrified for my safety, I locked the door behind her when she went outside to smoke. Shockingly, she set the garden on fire, knowing it would spread to the house and harm me.\nI called the police, and my mother is now in custody. I'm completely alone, with no support, money, or idea of how to move forward. I can't work or study because of my condition.\nI'm in desperate need of help and feeling hopeless and ill. i don't know how to survive financially and rebuild after my mother attempt to kill me. I need support\nThank you for taking the time to read my story."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "Also you can call the home treatment team/ call crisis Uk / or ask citizens advice for free mental health care / free therapy. Avoid going on medications but you might get a therapist to help you back on your feet. So sorry to hear about your mum - that’s awful"
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"value": "I just survived a murder attempt by my own mother and i need help \nHello everyone,\nI'm a 20-year-old woman from Newcastle, UK, and I'm reaching out for help. When I was 16, I moved to the UK with my mother from Poland, and since then, life has been a constant struggle.\nMy father left us when I was young, and I haven't had any contact with him for years. My mother's severe mood swings resemble extreme bipolar episodes, but she refuses to seek any help, making my life even harder.\nLast year, I was prescribed Roaccutane for my acne, and things took a turn for the worse. Due to COVID, my doctor increased my dose without necessary blood tests, and I became extremely ill. My mother's refusal to pay for my treatment made things worse, and I was suicidal, but I managed to hang on.\nYesterday, my mother had her worst episode yet. While drunk, she threatened me and got very close. Terrified for my safety, I locked the door behind her when she went outside to smoke. Shockingly, she set the garden on fire, knowing it would spread to the house and harm me.\nI called the police, and my mother is now in custody. I'm completely alone, with no support, money, or idea of how to move forward. I can't work or study because of my condition.\nI'm in desperate need of help and feeling hopeless and ill. i don't know how to survive financially and rebuild after my mother attempt to kill me. I need support\nThank you for taking the time to read my story."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "Hey there. I'm also Polish and in the UK, though I'm over in London.\nI'm sorry you have to protect yourself from your mother like this. Please stay safe, do you have a friend you could stay with?"
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"value": "I just survived a murder attempt by my own mother and i need help \nHello everyone,\nI'm a 20-year-old woman from Newcastle, UK, and I'm reaching out for help. When I was 16, I moved to the UK with my mother from Poland, and since then, life has been a constant struggle.\nMy father left us when I was young, and I haven't had any contact with him for years. My mother's severe mood swings resemble extreme bipolar episodes, but she refuses to seek any help, making my life even harder.\nLast year, I was prescribed Roaccutane for my acne, and things took a turn for the worse. Due to COVID, my doctor increased my dose without necessary blood tests, and I became extremely ill. My mother's refusal to pay for my treatment made things worse, and I was suicidal, but I managed to hang on.\nYesterday, my mother had her worst episode yet. While drunk, she threatened me and got very close. Terrified for my safety, I locked the door behind her when she went outside to smoke. Shockingly, she set the garden on fire, knowing it would spread to the house and harm me.\nI called the police, and my mother is now in custody. I'm completely alone, with no support, money, or idea of how to move forward. I can't work or study because of my condition.\nI'm in desperate need of help and feeling hopeless and ill. i don't know how to survive financially and rebuild after my mother attempt to kill me. I need support\nThank you for taking the time to read my story."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "I read all of that and I am so sorry for what you’re going through. My mother was also bat shit crazy and would attack me.\nIf you are having struggles financially and focusing on your studies because of domestic violence, I’ve been there too and that’s why I ran away from home.\nI can’t say what’s right for you. You already did the right thing and gif her detained.\nBut you could go on an adventure and step out in faith and with a spirit of wonder learn new things and make new connections that will turn into lifelong friends.\nWhen I ran away from home, I wasn’t able to get anyone in trouble for abusing me. So maybe what I did won’t work for you.\nBut I encourage you to explore, even if it’s just to explore your options. Ask yourself what your dreams have always been, and in small steps see how you can realize them.\nYou could look up your nearest Rainbow Gathering. Or a book club, those are free. Or a meditation club that’s free. Or pursue any hobby that is free, like chess club increases your logic. And just to meet new people. And always practice gratitude. When you are grateful for what you do have, you will be in alignment to manifest more.\nAnd also, people love helping those who have a grateful heart.\nIf you feel comfortable dm ‘ng me your birthdate, I can do an astrology reading for you. I really want to help you. I am also going to pray for you to Cosmic Consciousness.\nMeditate. Be grateful. Have faith. Do what feels right, always. Trust your gut. You’ve done so well already. I’m so proud of you."
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"value": "I just survived a murder attempt by my own mother and i need help \nHello everyone,\nI'm a 20-year-old woman from Newcastle, UK, and I'm reaching out for help. When I was 16, I moved to the UK with my mother from Poland, and since then, life has been a constant struggle.\nMy father left us when I was young, and I haven't had any contact with him for years. My mother's severe mood swings resemble extreme bipolar episodes, but she refuses to seek any help, making my life even harder.\nLast year, I was prescribed Roaccutane for my acne, and things took a turn for the worse. Due to COVID, my doctor increased my dose without necessary blood tests, and I became extremely ill. My mother's refusal to pay for my treatment made things worse, and I was suicidal, but I managed to hang on.\nYesterday, my mother had her worst episode yet. While drunk, she threatened me and got very close. Terrified for my safety, I locked the door behind her when she went outside to smoke. Shockingly, she set the garden on fire, knowing it would spread to the house and harm me.\nI called the police, and my mother is now in custody. I'm completely alone, with no support, money, or idea of how to move forward. I can't work or study because of my condition.\nI'm in desperate need of help and feeling hopeless and ill. i don't know how to survive financially and rebuild after my mother attempt to kill me. I need support\nThank you for taking the time to read my story."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "Also, many churches will help you pay your rent if you tell them you are struggling. Just pick one that doesn’t seem like a cult. :)"
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"value": "I just survived a murder attempt by my own mother and i need help \nHello everyone,\nI'm a 20-year-old woman from Newcastle, UK, and I'm reaching out for help. When I was 16, I moved to the UK with my mother from Poland, and since then, life has been a constant struggle.\nMy father left us when I was young, and I haven't had any contact with him for years. My mother's severe mood swings resemble extreme bipolar episodes, but she refuses to seek any help, making my life even harder.\nLast year, I was prescribed Roaccutane for my acne, and things took a turn for the worse. Due to COVID, my doctor increased my dose without necessary blood tests, and I became extremely ill. My mother's refusal to pay for my treatment made things worse, and I was suicidal, but I managed to hang on.\nYesterday, my mother had her worst episode yet. While drunk, she threatened me and got very close. Terrified for my safety, I locked the door behind her when she went outside to smoke. Shockingly, she set the garden on fire, knowing it would spread to the house and harm me.\nI called the police, and my mother is now in custody. I'm completely alone, with no support, money, or idea of how to move forward. I can't work or study because of my condition.\nI'm in desperate need of help and feeling hopeless and ill. i don't know how to survive financially and rebuild after my mother attempt to kill me. I need support\nThank you for taking the time to read my story."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "In the immediate, go to food banks and google what crisis support is available. You’ll need to contact utilities and rent or mortgage and find out the situation there so you don’t get cut off. Citizen’s advice, go there tomorrow, you need immediate help. I wish I was local and could help you. It’s time to cast the net and let the adults around you know you need help, so school, neighbours, friend’s parents, anyone. I’m so sorry for what you’re going through."
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"value": "I just survived a murder attempt by my own mother and i need help \nHello everyone,\nI'm a 20-year-old woman from Newcastle, UK, and I'm reaching out for help. When I was 16, I moved to the UK with my mother from Poland, and since then, life has been a constant struggle.\nMy father left us when I was young, and I haven't had any contact with him for years. My mother's severe mood swings resemble extreme bipolar episodes, but she refuses to seek any help, making my life even harder.\nLast year, I was prescribed Roaccutane for my acne, and things took a turn for the worse. Due to COVID, my doctor increased my dose without necessary blood tests, and I became extremely ill. My mother's refusal to pay for my treatment made things worse, and I was suicidal, but I managed to hang on.\nYesterday, my mother had her worst episode yet. While drunk, she threatened me and got very close. Terrified for my safety, I locked the door behind her when she went outside to smoke. Shockingly, she set the garden on fire, knowing it would spread to the house and harm me.\nI called the police, and my mother is now in custody. I'm completely alone, with no support, money, or idea of how to move forward. I can't work or study because of my condition.\nI'm in desperate need of help and feeling hopeless and ill. i don't know how to survive financially and rebuild after my mother attempt to kill me. I need support\nThank you for taking the time to read my story."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "I've literally went through the exact same experience. I caught my mother attempting suicide by slitting her wrists and neck with a big butcher knife. I tried to stop her and she stabbed me 2 times and had I not overpowered her I would not be here. She also went into police custody for it. Please reach out if you need to talk. It is so hard in the moment but I promise it gets better and there's a few things I did to cope with what I went through. Stay strong!!!!!"
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"value": "I just survived a murder attempt by my own mother and i need help \nHello everyone,\nI'm a 20-year-old woman from Newcastle, UK, and I'm reaching out for help. When I was 16, I moved to the UK with my mother from Poland, and since then, life has been a constant struggle.\nMy father left us when I was young, and I haven't had any contact with him for years. My mother's severe mood swings resemble extreme bipolar episodes, but she refuses to seek any help, making my life even harder.\nLast year, I was prescribed Roaccutane for my acne, and things took a turn for the worse. Due to COVID, my doctor increased my dose without necessary blood tests, and I became extremely ill. My mother's refusal to pay for my treatment made things worse, and I was suicidal, but I managed to hang on.\nYesterday, my mother had her worst episode yet. While drunk, she threatened me and got very close. Terrified for my safety, I locked the door behind her when she went outside to smoke. Shockingly, she set the garden on fire, knowing it would spread to the house and harm me.\nI called the police, and my mother is now in custody. I'm completely alone, with no support, money, or idea of how to move forward. I can't work or study because of my condition.\nI'm in desperate need of help and feeling hopeless and ill. i don't know how to survive financially and rebuild after my mother attempt to kill me. I need support\nThank you for taking the time to read my story."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "Damn, that sounds terrible. Sorry to hear you went through that.\nAre you sure she deliberately set it on fire though? Could it have been an accident if she was smoking and drunk?\nIf you experience symptoms of trauma due to that, then this post might help: How to Overcome PTSD"
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"value": "I just survived a murder attempt by my own mother and i need help \nHello everyone,\nI'm a 20-year-old woman from Newcastle, UK, and I'm reaching out for help. When I was 16, I moved to the UK with my mother from Poland, and since then, life has been a constant struggle.\nMy father left us when I was young, and I haven't had any contact with him for years. My mother's severe mood swings resemble extreme bipolar episodes, but she refuses to seek any help, making my life even harder.\nLast year, I was prescribed Roaccutane for my acne, and things took a turn for the worse. Due to COVID, my doctor increased my dose without necessary blood tests, and I became extremely ill. My mother's refusal to pay for my treatment made things worse, and I was suicidal, but I managed to hang on.\nYesterday, my mother had her worst episode yet. While drunk, she threatened me and got very close. Terrified for my safety, I locked the door behind her when she went outside to smoke. Shockingly, she set the garden on fire, knowing it would spread to the house and harm me.\nI called the police, and my mother is now in custody. I'm completely alone, with no support, money, or idea of how to move forward. I can't work or study because of my condition.\nI'm in desperate need of help and feeling hopeless and ill. i don't know how to survive financially and rebuild after my mother attempt to kill me. I need support\nThank you for taking the time to read my story."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "That's fucked up.. I am so sorry this happened to you 😢\nDoesn't the UK have these programs for victims of abuse that need help? I think they pay for your expenses for a few months while at the same time they help you find a job, although I'm not sure. I think they also have psychologists for therapy.\nTake all of this with a pinch of salt but please look it up. Maybe the UK has something like this and it could help you a lot."
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"value": "I really wish there was free therapy for mental health issues. \nI have been doing some research to get some help in regards to Depression. I wanted to go for a free or a minimal charge therapy but it's so expensive that I decided to take a pause for now and understand how this whole thing works. Not every human can utilise expensive therapy and get help. I really wish there was a solution to this.\nI m from India."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "Thank you for for sharing. A reminder: if you are seeking resources in your local area, please provide that in the post so that users can share appropriate links and phone numbers. If you are in distress, please call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number. You are not alone. Help is available. If you are having suicidal thoughts, please click here for a list of crisis support services., If you are seeking therapy online, please click here for a list of counselling services. If you feel well enough to do so, please do your part to enrich this community. Now that you have posted, please leave a constructive, helpful comment on someone else's post. Filter by new to find posts with zero comments. Together, we make this community great. Thank you for being here.\nI am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns."
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"from": "human",
"value": "I really wish there was free therapy for mental health issues. \nI have been doing some research to get some help in regards to Depression. I wanted to go for a free or a minimal charge therapy but it's so expensive that I decided to take a pause for now and understand how this whole thing works. Not every human can utilise expensive therapy and get help. I really wish there was a solution to this.\nI m from India."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "This hurts my heart to read. Mental health issues are devastating enough, and it’s another uphill battle in itself to find real, meaningful solutions and clinical care. I feel for you.\nI wish I could give you the support I have been fortunate to have. But what has helped me in times when I faced my illnesses on my own:\nYouTube: clinical psychologists, licensed therapists who offer resources for free -psychologytoday.com (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us)\nNAMI (https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Mental-Health-Conditions/Depression)\n-https://www.nami.org/Support-Education\nworkbooks ( a good one that has helped me: the C-PTSD Workbook, ~$15 on Amazon)\n-https://www.7cups.com\n-https://cimhs.com\n-https://www.mentalhealthforum.net -https://www.turn2me.ie/group-supports\nI hope some of this could help you."
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"from": "human",
"value": "I really wish there was free therapy for mental health issues. \nI have been doing some research to get some help in regards to Depression. I wanted to go for a free or a minimal charge therapy but it's so expensive that I decided to take a pause for now and understand how this whole thing works. Not every human can utilise expensive therapy and get help. I really wish there was a solution to this.\nI m from India."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "Religion is a hit or miss. Hi, it's me, the alter girl who grew up in a super toxic religious Catholic household where we have Jesus shoved down our throats.\nFor some it's amazing and super healthy and a great community.\nFor others, (especially me in the hispanic community), it's super toxic and I unfortunately was sexually abused by a friends dad who was a church helper. Same for asking for help through the church, some priests are helpful and will do prayers or church retreats or just talks to help you out. But that's if you have a caring priest. Not in my case though, I left the church and religion.\nIt all depends if you would like to do this through the church or not. There is also self help YouTube videos and workbooks that I agree with the previous comment. I recommend it until you are able to afford therapy.... I hate that it's gotten expensive. I'm not sure how it is in India. I wish you the best of luck."
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"value": "I really wish there was free therapy for mental health issues. \nI have been doing some research to get some help in regards to Depression. I wanted to go for a free or a minimal charge therapy but it's so expensive that I decided to take a pause for now and understand how this whole thing works. Not every human can utilise expensive therapy and get help. I really wish there was a solution to this.\nI m from India."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "I go to the website called 7cups where you can vent to volunteer listener."
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"value": "I really wish there was free therapy for mental health issues. \nI have been doing some research to get some help in regards to Depression. I wanted to go for a free or a minimal charge therapy but it's so expensive that I decided to take a pause for now and understand how this whole thing works. Not every human can utilise expensive therapy and get help. I really wish there was a solution to this.\nI m from India."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "I can give you the details to my therapist. If you're in Mumbai you can go IRL or online if outside Mumbai."
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"value": "I really wish there was free therapy for mental health issues. \nI have been doing some research to get some help in regards to Depression. I wanted to go for a free or a minimal charge therapy but it's so expensive that I decided to take a pause for now and understand how this whole thing works. Not every human can utilise expensive therapy and get help. I really wish there was a solution to this.\nI m from India."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "You could try starting a therapy group here for India: https://depressedanon.com/meetings/f2f-da-meetings/international-based-meetings/\nPerhaps it would be a nice project for you, and you could meet similar people and have a group of nice humans to vent to on a timely basis.\nYou could also try going to one of their online meetings, although I'm not sure if they still run them\nhttps://depressedanon.com/meetings/online-depressed-anonymous-meetings/\nPerhaps there are some similar discord servers?"
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"value": "I really wish there was free therapy for mental health issues. \nI have been doing some research to get some help in regards to Depression. I wanted to go for a free or a minimal charge therapy but it's so expensive that I decided to take a pause for now and understand how this whole thing works. Not every human can utilise expensive therapy and get help. I really wish there was a solution to this.\nI m from India."
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"value": "Have you looked into medicaid or do you not qualify? I have Medicaid and all my visits and meds are free."
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"value": "I really wish there was free therapy for mental health issues. \nI have been doing some research to get some help in regards to Depression. I wanted to go for a free or a minimal charge therapy but it's so expensive that I decided to take a pause for now and understand how this whole thing works. Not every human can utilise expensive therapy and get help. I really wish there was a solution to this.\nI m from India."
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"value": "What I usually tell people who have a problem with money -\n1) Your GP may be helpful, perhaps in directing your search, helping you with your priorities, or giving you a prescription. You might get help at Mark Cuban's affordable drug company online. This company is getting a lot of attention lately. Some are saying that it can radically change the drug industry.\n2) There's a variety of things that can help - low-cost, low-risk things that are easy and can be combined with each other. I have advice from experts in my comments.\nhttps://www.reddit.com/r/mentalhealth/comments/o52kin/tips\\_on\\_how\\_to\\_cope/\nVideo, below - details about self-help based on cognitive-behavioral therapy and lifestyle choices that help with depression - nutrition, basic lifestyle things like sleep, exercise, and social support, also traditional Asian methods.\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqEM\\_jlDRZI\n3) Do research, including study of the online therapy reviews. Healthline, a site I rely on for good information, has an article that rates online services.\nDo what you can to get a therapist. You may have to do a lot of research about this. Don't give up. Call your local social services (211?) and ask about Medicaid and Obamacare. Also, you can google \"affordable psychotherapy.\" The cost of therapy can vary a lot.\nhttps://www.healthinsurance.org/obamacare/how-obamacare-improved-mental-health-coverage/\nhttps://careforyourmind.org/what-to-do-when-you-cant-afford-therapy/\nYou can try your local designated mental health agency. They typically have psychiatric prescribers and tend to take a wide array of insurance."
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"value": "I really wish there was free therapy for mental health issues. \nI have been doing some research to get some help in regards to Depression. I wanted to go for a free or a minimal charge therapy but it's so expensive that I decided to take a pause for now and understand how this whole thing works. Not every human can utilise expensive therapy and get help. I really wish there was a solution to this.\nI m from India."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "My experience with free or minimal charge therapy is...just don't. Unless the stars align you are better off trying to work it out by yourself."
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"value": "I really wish there was free therapy for mental health issues. \nI have been doing some research to get some help in regards to Depression. I wanted to go for a free or a minimal charge therapy but it's so expensive that I decided to take a pause for now and understand how this whole thing works. Not every human can utilise expensive therapy and get help. I really wish there was a solution to this.\nI m from India."
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "What I would do to get therapy or counseling… you’re not alone."
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"from": "human",
"value": "My childhood dog died and i havent been myself ever since. \nHe and i (F19) shared his last moments. He passed in my room with me by his side, I was telling him how much of a good dog he was and how much i loved him. It was 3 months ago and i feel like i lost myself. I was the one to bring him home when i was 7 12 years ago. He was my absolute best friend ever since and since i grew up in kind of an abusing household, he was my very best friend, he comfored me evertime i felt like the world was ending. I feel kind of stupid for feeling this way about a dog but nobody was closer to me than he was, it was my soulmate. He brought me joy everyday. I still cannot wrap my head around him leaving. I feel such a wierd feeling, like i was stuck in wating for him to come back. I don’t know what to do, i want to move on but i catch myself having moments of feeling his presence in my room like the night i wasnt sleeping to comfort him when he passes. I dont know how to cope with the grieve.\nEdit: I am so grateful for all of your comments. I was feeling sceptical of posting this, but now I’m glad i did. All of you sharing your stories with me made me feel less lonely, we are in this together <3"
},
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"from": "gpt",
"value": "Thank you for for sharing. A reminder: if you are seeking resources in your local area, please provide that in the post so that users can share appropriate links and phone numbers. If you are in distress, please call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number. You are not alone. Help is available. If you are having suicidal thoughts, please click here for a list of crisis support services., If you are seeking therapy online, please click here for a list of counselling services. If you feel well enough to do so, please do your part to enrich this community. Now that you have posted, please leave a constructive, helpful comment on someone else's post. Filter by new to find posts with zero comments. Together, we make this community great. Thank you for being here.\nI am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns."
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"from": "human",
"value": "My childhood dog died and i havent been myself ever since. \nHe and i (F19) shared his last moments. He passed in my room with me by his side, I was telling him how much of a good dog he was and how much i loved him. It was 3 months ago and i feel like i lost myself. I was the one to bring him home when i was 7 12 years ago. He was my absolute best friend ever since and since i grew up in kind of an abusing household, he was my very best friend, he comfored me evertime i felt like the world was ending. I feel kind of stupid for feeling this way about a dog but nobody was closer to me than he was, it was my soulmate. He brought me joy everyday. I still cannot wrap my head around him leaving. I feel such a wierd feeling, like i was stuck in wating for him to come back. I don’t know what to do, i want to move on but i catch myself having moments of feeling his presence in my room like the night i wasnt sleeping to comfort him when he passes. I dont know how to cope with the grieve.\nEdit: I am so grateful for all of your comments. I was feeling sceptical of posting this, but now I’m glad i did. All of you sharing your stories with me made me feel less lonely, we are in this together <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Hey don't feel stupid about it, a dog can be loved as a member of the family, it's ok that you miss him and that you're grieving. I myself have grown and spent my whole life around dogs, I know how it feels. Try to see it like this, it's an end of a chapter. Poor things don't last as much as we do sadly, so in the end we're the ones who feel the empty spot in our heart. I'd say that when you're ready, get another dog. Not as a replacement, but as a way to carry on, never forgetting and cherishing the memories of your old dog. Hope I was of any help :)"
}
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"from": "human",
"value": "My childhood dog died and i havent been myself ever since. \nHe and i (F19) shared his last moments. He passed in my room with me by his side, I was telling him how much of a good dog he was and how much i loved him. It was 3 months ago and i feel like i lost myself. I was the one to bring him home when i was 7 12 years ago. He was my absolute best friend ever since and since i grew up in kind of an abusing household, he was my very best friend, he comfored me evertime i felt like the world was ending. I feel kind of stupid for feeling this way about a dog but nobody was closer to me than he was, it was my soulmate. He brought me joy everyday. I still cannot wrap my head around him leaving. I feel such a wierd feeling, like i was stuck in wating for him to come back. I don’t know what to do, i want to move on but i catch myself having moments of feeling his presence in my room like the night i wasnt sleeping to comfort him when he passes. I dont know how to cope with the grieve.\nEdit: I am so grateful for all of your comments. I was feeling sceptical of posting this, but now I’m glad i did. All of you sharing your stories with me made me feel less lonely, we are in this together <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Sometimes an animal is more of a family than your biological one. It's never wrong to love another living creature, and the pain you feel now is proof that he had a piece of your heart. Let yourself grieve, and try and live a good life in his memory. I'm sure he was an amazing buddy, he would want nothing but happiness for you. I hope you're okay."
}
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"from": "human",
"value": "My childhood dog died and i havent been myself ever since. \nHe and i (F19) shared his last moments. He passed in my room with me by his side, I was telling him how much of a good dog he was and how much i loved him. It was 3 months ago and i feel like i lost myself. I was the one to bring him home when i was 7 12 years ago. He was my absolute best friend ever since and since i grew up in kind of an abusing household, he was my very best friend, he comfored me evertime i felt like the world was ending. I feel kind of stupid for feeling this way about a dog but nobody was closer to me than he was, it was my soulmate. He brought me joy everyday. I still cannot wrap my head around him leaving. I feel such a wierd feeling, like i was stuck in wating for him to come back. I don’t know what to do, i want to move on but i catch myself having moments of feeling his presence in my room like the night i wasnt sleeping to comfort him when he passes. I dont know how to cope with the grieve.\nEdit: I am so grateful for all of your comments. I was feeling sceptical of posting this, but now I’m glad i did. All of you sharing your stories with me made me feel less lonely, we are in this together <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "It’ll take time. Gradually you’ll feel the pain ease a bit. There’s no need to rush that. Allow yourself time to grieve. I can tell you from experience that it can go on for years but the overwhelming rawness won’t be as intense and awful forever as it feels today. There’s nothing wrong with what you’re feeling. All of that pain inside is love reaching out. Sorry for your loss."
}
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"from": "human",
"value": "My childhood dog died and i havent been myself ever since. \nHe and i (F19) shared his last moments. He passed in my room with me by his side, I was telling him how much of a good dog he was and how much i loved him. It was 3 months ago and i feel like i lost myself. I was the one to bring him home when i was 7 12 years ago. He was my absolute best friend ever since and since i grew up in kind of an abusing household, he was my very best friend, he comfored me evertime i felt like the world was ending. I feel kind of stupid for feeling this way about a dog but nobody was closer to me than he was, it was my soulmate. He brought me joy everyday. I still cannot wrap my head around him leaving. I feel such a wierd feeling, like i was stuck in wating for him to come back. I don’t know what to do, i want to move on but i catch myself having moments of feeling his presence in my room like the night i wasnt sleeping to comfort him when he passes. I dont know how to cope with the grieve.\nEdit: I am so grateful for all of your comments. I was feeling sceptical of posting this, but now I’m glad i did. All of you sharing your stories with me made me feel less lonely, we are in this together <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I can relate. I lost my childhood dog a few years ago, so I hope I can offer some advice that can help. First, don't feel stupid. He was more than just a dog. You shared a special bond with him so it's understandable to feel the way you do. The most important thing is don't fight the feelings. Allow yourself to be sad. Allow yourself to cry. Allow yourself to laugh when you think about the good moments you shared. Give yourself the space to heal. It will take time, and it'll be difficult, but the feelings you have right now are normal. Frankly, it really sucks. And there will be an emptiness for a while. But it's okay. Everyone grieves and heals in their own way. Try not to focus on moving on. That will happen in its own time. So try to acknowledge your emotions and go with them. Eventually, things will start to feel better, but it will take time."
}
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"from": "human",
"value": "My childhood dog died and i havent been myself ever since. \nHe and i (F19) shared his last moments. He passed in my room with me by his side, I was telling him how much of a good dog he was and how much i loved him. It was 3 months ago and i feel like i lost myself. I was the one to bring him home when i was 7 12 years ago. He was my absolute best friend ever since and since i grew up in kind of an abusing household, he was my very best friend, he comfored me evertime i felt like the world was ending. I feel kind of stupid for feeling this way about a dog but nobody was closer to me than he was, it was my soulmate. He brought me joy everyday. I still cannot wrap my head around him leaving. I feel such a wierd feeling, like i was stuck in wating for him to come back. I don’t know what to do, i want to move on but i catch myself having moments of feeling his presence in my room like the night i wasnt sleeping to comfort him when he passes. I dont know how to cope with the grieve.\nEdit: I am so grateful for all of your comments. I was feeling sceptical of posting this, but now I’m glad i did. All of you sharing your stories with me made me feel less lonely, we are in this together <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I made this picture frame for my hamster snow. To help to serve in his memory. Glued flowered and a Handmade beaded cross. I also bought a small cross to wear. So anytime I was thinking of him during my grief I would take a moment to touch it. Hamsters dont last long so I sure I will struggle when my cats go. And just know how your feeling is normal. Your pets are part of your family, your kid, and was your companion for many years.\nJust do something like I mentioned above to serve in memory of your beloved pet. I found doing an art project definitely helped, but maybe there something you can do."
}
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"from": "human",
"value": "My childhood dog died and i havent been myself ever since. \nHe and i (F19) shared his last moments. He passed in my room with me by his side, I was telling him how much of a good dog he was and how much i loved him. It was 3 months ago and i feel like i lost myself. I was the one to bring him home when i was 7 12 years ago. He was my absolute best friend ever since and since i grew up in kind of an abusing household, he was my very best friend, he comfored me evertime i felt like the world was ending. I feel kind of stupid for feeling this way about a dog but nobody was closer to me than he was, it was my soulmate. He brought me joy everyday. I still cannot wrap my head around him leaving. I feel such a wierd feeling, like i was stuck in wating for him to come back. I don’t know what to do, i want to move on but i catch myself having moments of feeling his presence in my room like the night i wasnt sleeping to comfort him when he passes. I dont know how to cope with the grieve.\nEdit: I am so grateful for all of your comments. I was feeling sceptical of posting this, but now I’m glad i did. All of you sharing your stories with me made me feel less lonely, we are in this together <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "grief is love with nowhere to go\nhe's still here, just in a different form now.\nhis spirit will always protect you and be with you during the hard times.\nhe loves you so much for 7 years of friendship and love ❤️\nenergy doesnt die\nbe gentle with yourself\nno feelings are \"stupid\"\nyou shared a special connection with him that only the two of you understand\nthat chip in your heart will always remind you\nxxx"
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"from": "human",
"value": "My childhood dog died and i havent been myself ever since. \nHe and i (F19) shared his last moments. He passed in my room with me by his side, I was telling him how much of a good dog he was and how much i loved him. It was 3 months ago and i feel like i lost myself. I was the one to bring him home when i was 7 12 years ago. He was my absolute best friend ever since and since i grew up in kind of an abusing household, he was my very best friend, he comfored me evertime i felt like the world was ending. I feel kind of stupid for feeling this way about a dog but nobody was closer to me than he was, it was my soulmate. He brought me joy everyday. I still cannot wrap my head around him leaving. I feel such a wierd feeling, like i was stuck in wating for him to come back. I don’t know what to do, i want to move on but i catch myself having moments of feeling his presence in my room like the night i wasnt sleeping to comfort him when he passes. I dont know how to cope with the grieve.\nEdit: I am so grateful for all of your comments. I was feeling sceptical of posting this, but now I’m glad i did. All of you sharing your stories with me made me feel less lonely, we are in this together <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I lost my dog 4 days ago, he was living at my grandmother house; he was free not chained he would allways go to our neighbours as a matter of fact he when he first came to my grandma house he jumped the fence of my neighbour. Everyday he would jump the fence to come to my grandmothers house, and the neighbour would take him back everytime. One day he just became me and my grandmas dog. He allways was by my side when he was young. I was seeing him inly in the summer when i did not have school. The moment when he became my best friend was when a dog wanted to bite me and i screamed “Lake!!” and he came and bit the dog. He would allways get into fights ; one time he came home with a dogs tooth stuck in his cheeks. My biggest regret was not going to my grandmothers house last month on my birthday, i wouldve seen him one more time before he died, alone, all by himself. We would run togheter all the time and when i went to the supermarket i would allways take him with me; i would walk to the cemetery with him just because i enjoyed being with him. https://ibb.co/KDr1mqm this is him.\nAnd i hate it the most how my mother told me he died she said: -did i tell you Lake died? I said no and she said: -Ok, now i did. No one in my family was affected i just cried alone in the bathroom while they were having fun in the living room. I have so many good memories with him and i write this just as a journal, i dont think even lots of people will read it. Yesterday all i did before school was listen to another love and cried and now i am looking at this clip https://youtu.be/HhEyYbmTh_Y. Best boy ever, Lake"
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"from": "human",
"value": "My childhood dog died and i havent been myself ever since. \nHe and i (F19) shared his last moments. He passed in my room with me by his side, I was telling him how much of a good dog he was and how much i loved him. It was 3 months ago and i feel like i lost myself. I was the one to bring him home when i was 7 12 years ago. He was my absolute best friend ever since and since i grew up in kind of an abusing household, he was my very best friend, he comfored me evertime i felt like the world was ending. I feel kind of stupid for feeling this way about a dog but nobody was closer to me than he was, it was my soulmate. He brought me joy everyday. I still cannot wrap my head around him leaving. I feel such a wierd feeling, like i was stuck in wating for him to come back. I don’t know what to do, i want to move on but i catch myself having moments of feeling his presence in my room like the night i wasnt sleeping to comfort him when he passes. I dont know how to cope with the grieve.\nEdit: I am so grateful for all of your comments. I was feeling sceptical of posting this, but now I’m glad i did. All of you sharing your stories with me made me feel less lonely, we are in this together <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "My wife has a VERY strong connection with her cat... She won't go anywhere for very long without her like we literally cannot take a vacation without the cat coming ... Even if we have someone to take care of the other animals that specific cat needs to come her family has forced her to leave her cat behind on trips a lot when she was younger and now she absolutely refuses it.... It's not weird to have this connection her cat is just like your dog... Always there for her in the really bad times hell her cat even chased her brother (bad brother I don't blame the cat) out of her room a few times (other times she unfortunately failed and got kicked) to protect her what you're feeling is totally normal and honestly if it's an option for you grieving counselors can help you if it's not try writing or drawing you can write out how you're feeling then just burn the pages or draw anything you want it's helped me a lot"
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"from": "human",
"value": "My childhood dog died and i havent been myself ever since. \nHe and i (F19) shared his last moments. He passed in my room with me by his side, I was telling him how much of a good dog he was and how much i loved him. It was 3 months ago and i feel like i lost myself. I was the one to bring him home when i was 7 12 years ago. He was my absolute best friend ever since and since i grew up in kind of an abusing household, he was my very best friend, he comfored me evertime i felt like the world was ending. I feel kind of stupid for feeling this way about a dog but nobody was closer to me than he was, it was my soulmate. He brought me joy everyday. I still cannot wrap my head around him leaving. I feel such a wierd feeling, like i was stuck in wating for him to come back. I don’t know what to do, i want to move on but i catch myself having moments of feeling his presence in my room like the night i wasnt sleeping to comfort him when he passes. I dont know how to cope with the grieve.\nEdit: I am so grateful for all of your comments. I was feeling sceptical of posting this, but now I’m glad i did. All of you sharing your stories with me made me feel less lonely, we are in this together <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Everybody grieves differently. I tried to fill my memories with happy memories to over rule the sadness. Be patient it will get easier. Maybe not soon though."
}
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"from": "human",
"value": "I just want a hug ( \nI really don’t have the energy to explain why so I’ll summarise.\nI’m suffering a lot and have been my entire life, been ignored a lot my mental health services, have an estranged relationship with family, not getting support for AUDHD and I feel like a failure.\nCan’t get on public transport, go to the cinema or hang out with friends because of panic disorder, and my family just acts unsympathetic and uncaring.\nI promised myself I would be efficient today and try study (I do psychology from home on and online course because I dropped out of college, because, anxiety) but I feel so awful that I’m just going to sleep :(\nI got out of bed, brushed my teeth and showered, and I just thought that I could do it. I’m so ashamed and feel so bad I let myself down I want to cry. I’ve been ill the last two weeks with suspected tonsillitis, and sprained a rib from coughing.\nI just feel really bad and emotional and want a hug and to be told it’ll be okay."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Thank you for for sharing. A reminder: if you are seeking resources in your local area, please provide that in the post so that users can share appropriate links and phone numbers. If you are in distress, please call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number. You are not alone. Help is available. If you are having suicidal thoughts, please click here for a list of crisis support services., If you are seeking therapy online, please click here for a list of counselling services. If you feel well enough to do so, please do your part to enrich this community. Now that you have posted, please leave a constructive, helpful comment on someone else's post. Filter by new to find posts with zero comments. Together, we make this community great. Thank you for being here.\nI am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns."
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"from": "human",
"value": "I just want a hug ( \nI really don’t have the energy to explain why so I’ll summarise.\nI’m suffering a lot and have been my entire life, been ignored a lot my mental health services, have an estranged relationship with family, not getting support for AUDHD and I feel like a failure.\nCan’t get on public transport, go to the cinema or hang out with friends because of panic disorder, and my family just acts unsympathetic and uncaring.\nI promised myself I would be efficient today and try study (I do psychology from home on and online course because I dropped out of college, because, anxiety) but I feel so awful that I’m just going to sleep :(\nI got out of bed, brushed my teeth and showered, and I just thought that I could do it. I’m so ashamed and feel so bad I let myself down I want to cry. I’ve been ill the last two weeks with suspected tonsillitis, and sprained a rib from coughing.\nI just feel really bad and emotional and want a hug and to be told it’ll be okay."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "ʕっ•ᴥ•ʔっ"
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{
"from": "human",
"value": "I just want a hug ( \nI really don’t have the energy to explain why so I’ll summarise.\nI’m suffering a lot and have been my entire life, been ignored a lot my mental health services, have an estranged relationship with family, not getting support for AUDHD and I feel like a failure.\nCan’t get on public transport, go to the cinema or hang out with friends because of panic disorder, and my family just acts unsympathetic and uncaring.\nI promised myself I would be efficient today and try study (I do psychology from home on and online course because I dropped out of college, because, anxiety) but I feel so awful that I’m just going to sleep :(\nI got out of bed, brushed my teeth and showered, and I just thought that I could do it. I’m so ashamed and feel so bad I let myself down I want to cry. I’ve been ill the last two weeks with suspected tonsillitis, and sprained a rib from coughing.\nI just feel really bad and emotional and want a hug and to be told it’ll be okay."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "sending you a big virtual hug!! if you want to talk, let me know :)"
}
] |
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{
"from": "human",
"value": "I just want a hug ( \nI really don’t have the energy to explain why so I’ll summarise.\nI’m suffering a lot and have been my entire life, been ignored a lot my mental health services, have an estranged relationship with family, not getting support for AUDHD and I feel like a failure.\nCan’t get on public transport, go to the cinema or hang out with friends because of panic disorder, and my family just acts unsympathetic and uncaring.\nI promised myself I would be efficient today and try study (I do psychology from home on and online course because I dropped out of college, because, anxiety) but I feel so awful that I’m just going to sleep :(\nI got out of bed, brushed my teeth and showered, and I just thought that I could do it. I’m so ashamed and feel so bad I let myself down I want to cry. I’ve been ill the last two weeks with suspected tonsillitis, and sprained a rib from coughing.\nI just feel really bad and emotional and want a hug and to be told it’ll be okay."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "From someone who has been lower than the abyss, not two pennies to rub together, bled dry of hope and tried to end it; 🫂 Don’t you give up, there’s golden sunshine behind them clouds. Weather the storm, you’ll come out strong 💕"
}
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"from": "human",
"value": "I just want a hug ( \nI really don’t have the energy to explain why so I’ll summarise.\nI’m suffering a lot and have been my entire life, been ignored a lot my mental health services, have an estranged relationship with family, not getting support for AUDHD and I feel like a failure.\nCan’t get on public transport, go to the cinema or hang out with friends because of panic disorder, and my family just acts unsympathetic and uncaring.\nI promised myself I would be efficient today and try study (I do psychology from home on and online course because I dropped out of college, because, anxiety) but I feel so awful that I’m just going to sleep :(\nI got out of bed, brushed my teeth and showered, and I just thought that I could do it. I’m so ashamed and feel so bad I let myself down I want to cry. I’ve been ill the last two weeks with suspected tonsillitis, and sprained a rib from coughing.\nI just feel really bad and emotional and want a hug and to be told it’ll be okay."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Hugs! All the virtual hugs!"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I just want a hug ( \nI really don’t have the energy to explain why so I’ll summarise.\nI’m suffering a lot and have been my entire life, been ignored a lot my mental health services, have an estranged relationship with family, not getting support for AUDHD and I feel like a failure.\nCan’t get on public transport, go to the cinema or hang out with friends because of panic disorder, and my family just acts unsympathetic and uncaring.\nI promised myself I would be efficient today and try study (I do psychology from home on and online course because I dropped out of college, because, anxiety) but I feel so awful that I’m just going to sleep :(\nI got out of bed, brushed my teeth and showered, and I just thought that I could do it. I’m so ashamed and feel so bad I let myself down I want to cry. I’ve been ill the last two weeks with suspected tonsillitis, and sprained a rib from coughing.\nI just feel really bad and emotional and want a hug and to be told it’ll be okay."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "All the hugs, i feel ya."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I just want a hug ( \nI really don’t have the energy to explain why so I’ll summarise.\nI’m suffering a lot and have been my entire life, been ignored a lot my mental health services, have an estranged relationship with family, not getting support for AUDHD and I feel like a failure.\nCan’t get on public transport, go to the cinema or hang out with friends because of panic disorder, and my family just acts unsympathetic and uncaring.\nI promised myself I would be efficient today and try study (I do psychology from home on and online course because I dropped out of college, because, anxiety) but I feel so awful that I’m just going to sleep :(\nI got out of bed, brushed my teeth and showered, and I just thought that I could do it. I’m so ashamed and feel so bad I let myself down I want to cry. I’ve been ill the last two weeks with suspected tonsillitis, and sprained a rib from coughing.\nI just feel really bad and emotional and want a hug and to be told it’ll be okay."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "sends virtual hugs:3"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I just want a hug ( \nI really don’t have the energy to explain why so I’ll summarise.\nI’m suffering a lot and have been my entire life, been ignored a lot my mental health services, have an estranged relationship with family, not getting support for AUDHD and I feel like a failure.\nCan’t get on public transport, go to the cinema or hang out with friends because of panic disorder, and my family just acts unsympathetic and uncaring.\nI promised myself I would be efficient today and try study (I do psychology from home on and online course because I dropped out of college, because, anxiety) but I feel so awful that I’m just going to sleep :(\nI got out of bed, brushed my teeth and showered, and I just thought that I could do it. I’m so ashamed and feel so bad I let myself down I want to cry. I’ve been ill the last two weeks with suspected tonsillitis, and sprained a rib from coughing.\nI just feel really bad and emotional and want a hug and to be told it’ll be okay."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Is a virtual hug enough for you? If so, consider yourself hugged! :hug:"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I just want a hug ( \nI really don’t have the energy to explain why so I’ll summarise.\nI’m suffering a lot and have been my entire life, been ignored a lot my mental health services, have an estranged relationship with family, not getting support for AUDHD and I feel like a failure.\nCan’t get on public transport, go to the cinema or hang out with friends because of panic disorder, and my family just acts unsympathetic and uncaring.\nI promised myself I would be efficient today and try study (I do psychology from home on and online course because I dropped out of college, because, anxiety) but I feel so awful that I’m just going to sleep :(\nI got out of bed, brushed my teeth and showered, and I just thought that I could do it. I’m so ashamed and feel so bad I let myself down I want to cry. I’ve been ill the last two weeks with suspected tonsillitis, and sprained a rib from coughing.\nI just feel really bad and emotional and want a hug and to be told it’ll be okay."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Hugs"
}
] |
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{
"from": "human",
"value": "I just want a hug ( \nI really don’t have the energy to explain why so I’ll summarise.\nI’m suffering a lot and have been my entire life, been ignored a lot my mental health services, have an estranged relationship with family, not getting support for AUDHD and I feel like a failure.\nCan’t get on public transport, go to the cinema or hang out with friends because of panic disorder, and my family just acts unsympathetic and uncaring.\nI promised myself I would be efficient today and try study (I do psychology from home on and online course because I dropped out of college, because, anxiety) but I feel so awful that I’m just going to sleep :(\nI got out of bed, brushed my teeth and showered, and I just thought that I could do it. I’m so ashamed and feel so bad I let myself down I want to cry. I’ve been ill the last two weeks with suspected tonsillitis, and sprained a rib from coughing.\nI just feel really bad and emotional and want a hug and to be told it’ll be okay."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "sending you a tight and warm virtual hug OP! hang in there ☺️"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My best friend unalived herself \nIt’s 2:45 in the morning and the cops just left. My best friend Unalived herself. There’s so much detail but basically she told me she was going to kill her self so I called the police. She told them she was fine. They left. She did it anyway. I don’t know what to do now. I feel numb."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Hugs...can we help at all ??\nIt hurts when people leave us. It hurts do much.. but please don't blame yourself or think you did this."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My best friend unalived herself \nIt’s 2:45 in the morning and the cops just left. My best friend Unalived herself. There’s so much detail but basically she told me she was going to kill her self so I called the police. She told them she was fine. They left. She did it anyway. I don’t know what to do now. I feel numb."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I'm going to one of my best friends' funerals today who just did this last week. I know it hurts like hell, but I just keep telling myself that at least he is no longer hurting because nothing I say or do will bring him back.\ntoday is going to suck."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My best friend unalived herself \nIt’s 2:45 in the morning and the cops just left. My best friend Unalived herself. There’s so much detail but basically she told me she was going to kill her self so I called the police. She told them she was fine. They left. She did it anyway. I don’t know what to do now. I feel numb."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I'm so sorry.\nMy friend tried to kill herself twice. One before I knew her, I met her closely after, we both were in psych. One time I called the police on her, but she was fine, just fallen asleep. The time she actually tried I didn't even know until a month or so, she didn't want to bother me. I have no idea how to cope with it. I'm sorry. But it wasn't your fault, you did everything you could. And it is normal to be mad too. You're not a savior, you're just human. You're allowed to grief however feels \"right\""
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My best friend unalived herself \nIt’s 2:45 in the morning and the cops just left. My best friend Unalived herself. There’s so much detail but basically she told me she was going to kill her self so I called the police. She told them she was fine. They left. She did it anyway. I don’t know what to do now. I feel numb."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "My roommate in grad school tried. Cops got there after she'd ran a large folder through her wrists. Nightmareish scenario, and it had a profound effect on my mental health, which has always suffered as it is.\nPlease look into your own therapy or sources of relief, it's a heavy burden to get involved in someone's effort to end their life. I'm so sorry for your loss, and hope you can heal forward."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My best friend unalived herself \nIt’s 2:45 in the morning and the cops just left. My best friend Unalived herself. There’s so much detail but basically she told me she was going to kill her self so I called the police. She told them she was fine. They left. She did it anyway. I don’t know what to do now. I feel numb."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I'm so sorry for your loss. You did everything you could. Try not to feel guilt ❤️"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My best friend unalived herself \nIt’s 2:45 in the morning and the cops just left. My best friend Unalived herself. There’s so much detail but basically she told me she was going to kill her self so I called the police. She told them she was fine. They left. She did it anyway. I don’t know what to do now. I feel numb."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Sorry for your loss. This article on bereavement might help: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/bereavement/about-bereavement/\nYou could also repost to /r/SuicideBereavement"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My best friend unalived herself \nIt’s 2:45 in the morning and the cops just left. My best friend Unalived herself. There’s so much detail but basically she told me she was going to kill her self so I called the police. She told them she was fine. They left. She did it anyway. I don’t know what to do now. I feel numb."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "im so sorry for your loss OP. Sending virtual hugs."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My best friend unalived herself \nIt’s 2:45 in the morning and the cops just left. My best friend Unalived herself. There’s so much detail but basically she told me she was going to kill her self so I called the police. She told them she was fine. They left. She did it anyway. I don’t know what to do now. I feel numb."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "It will suck for a while. You are not to blame, think about how she would want you to live life to the fullest. Not sure if context, but speaking to a professional will help with the healing process. <3 take care. Grief is a different beast. Take bereavement leave if you’re able to."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My best friend unalived herself \nIt’s 2:45 in the morning and the cops just left. My best friend Unalived herself. There’s so much detail but basically she told me she was going to kill her self so I called the police. She told them she was fine. They left. She did it anyway. I don’t know what to do now. I feel numb."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I’m sorry 🤍"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My dad saved my life and doesn’t know it \nI (14m) was planning on killing myself due to extreme personal issues in my life as of right now. I was going to do it july of this year but it all changed when my dad called me into his room he asked if i was ok because i looked “weird” and wanted to know if i was ok and to let them know if anything was going on and if i was high (i was recently suspended for smoking weed) but even after i said i’m ok it’s almost like he knew something was going on because he went on a speech on how it’s important to be with God (he’s very close to God and im not) and to express your feelings but the thing that really got to me was when he said “listen if you don’t give a shit about yourself just please give a shit about us i can’t sleep thinking about what’s going on wondering if your ok” that really got to me because i never realized how badly i would’ve hurt my parents and my family if i would’ve done it. Thank you for listening i just need to tell somebody this."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I’m so glad he was there. As someone who has lost a loved one to suicide, I promise you it would have devastated your family and I’m so glad you’re still here!"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My dad saved my life and doesn’t know it \nI (14m) was planning on killing myself due to extreme personal issues in my life as of right now. I was going to do it july of this year but it all changed when my dad called me into his room he asked if i was ok because i looked “weird” and wanted to know if i was ok and to let them know if anything was going on and if i was high (i was recently suspended for smoking weed) but even after i said i’m ok it’s almost like he knew something was going on because he went on a speech on how it’s important to be with God (he’s very close to God and im not) and to express your feelings but the thing that really got to me was when he said “listen if you don’t give a shit about yourself just please give a shit about us i can’t sleep thinking about what’s going on wondering if your ok” that really got to me because i never realized how badly i would’ve hurt my parents and my family if i would’ve done it. Thank you for listening i just need to tell somebody this."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "it’s worth it to stay on this earth, and there are people who love you that will never recover if you go, in my experience. thank you for sharing this and don’t be afraid to share with your trusted family members. i wish my parents would have shared their feelings, same for me and my feelings then.\nyour story shows how critical it is for the people we care about to also share their thoughts and feelings, so that the person experiencing mental illness knows what it means to be human rather than what it means to be stoic, and that despite personal issues, our actions effect the people and the world around us."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My dad saved my life and doesn’t know it \nI (14m) was planning on killing myself due to extreme personal issues in my life as of right now. I was going to do it july of this year but it all changed when my dad called me into his room he asked if i was ok because i looked “weird” and wanted to know if i was ok and to let them know if anything was going on and if i was high (i was recently suspended for smoking weed) but even after i said i’m ok it’s almost like he knew something was going on because he went on a speech on how it’s important to be with God (he’s very close to God and im not) and to express your feelings but the thing that really got to me was when he said “listen if you don’t give a shit about yourself just please give a shit about us i can’t sleep thinking about what’s going on wondering if your ok” that really got to me because i never realized how badly i would’ve hurt my parents and my family if i would’ve done it. Thank you for listening i just need to tell somebody this."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I really think you need professional help, but I know that it's hard for people to get therapy these days. People your age in particular often find it hard.\nI hope you'll talk with your parents about this. They can help you with the things I'm talking about here.\nIf you can't see a therapist, self-help is better than nothing. A lot of people benefit from it. Self-help is a way to show you're serious that doesn't create friction in the family. In fact, it wouldn't be surprising if your parents liked some healthy changes in your behavior.\nSelf-help can be educational for parents as well as kids. A good self-help book explains what therapy for depression is like.\nWith depression, there's what seems like a Catch 22. People say, \"I know there are things that will make me feel better - getting exercise, taking care of myself, straightening up the house and cleaning, but I'm depressed and I don't have the energy.”\nHere's the thing - very important. People do have energy when they're depressed - as much energy as they always do, but for some reason, the system is reluctant to let you use your energy.\nWe have to use psychology to coax energy out of our systems. Psychology has some nifty tricks.\nA famous psychiatrist, Abraham Low, said that when we can't control our feelings we can still control our muscles. If you tell your arms and legs to get you our of bed or to the bathroom for a shower, they will obey.\nTry this when it seems that you're too tired to work. Lie on the couch, close your eyes, and get ready to work by imagining yourself working for 5 minutes.\nThis is a motivation trick that's been used in behavior modification programs since the 1930s. If a task seems like it's too big, think of it as a series of tasks that you can take on one at a time, and start with something really, really easy. Cleaning - start by cleaning for 3 or 4 min and take a 5 min break. Homework - start by proofreading a paper or previewing a chapter you're going to read by looking at headings, sub-headings, etc.\nYou don't have to be an athlete to benefit from exercise. As little as 20 min brisk walking a day can help, and you can add to that gradually so long as you don't make yourself sick of exercise with too much and quit. Steve Ilardi, the therapist/researcher who headed the lifestyle-depression project at the Univ of Kansas, talks about enjoyable ways to get exercise.\nIf you go to Metapsychology, you can read a psychologist's review of Dr Ilardi's book (\"splendid\").\nOf all the traditional mind-body practices (meditation, etc.), the one with the best evidence for affecting mood disorders is slow breathing. It’s used for treating anxiety, depression, panic disorder, and PTSD. It's safe and it doesn't take any training.\nVideo, below - details about self-help based on cognitive-behavioral therapy and lifestyle choices that help with depression - nutrition, basic lifestyle things like sleep, exercise, and social support, also traditional Asian methods.\nIt has advice specifically for depressed students, such as StudentsAgainstDepression.org.\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqEM\\_jlDRZI\nAlways remember that there are people you can talk to, like a school counselor.\nMy comments have good info for coping in a crisis, including the NIMH hotline."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My dad saved my life and doesn’t know it \nI (14m) was planning on killing myself due to extreme personal issues in my life as of right now. I was going to do it july of this year but it all changed when my dad called me into his room he asked if i was ok because i looked “weird” and wanted to know if i was ok and to let them know if anything was going on and if i was high (i was recently suspended for smoking weed) but even after i said i’m ok it’s almost like he knew something was going on because he went on a speech on how it’s important to be with God (he’s very close to God and im not) and to express your feelings but the thing that really got to me was when he said “listen if you don’t give a shit about yourself just please give a shit about us i can’t sleep thinking about what’s going on wondering if your ok” that really got to me because i never realized how badly i would’ve hurt my parents and my family if i would’ve done it. Thank you for listening i just need to tell somebody this."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I have heard that depression can be combatted with gratitude. I never really got it until friends voiced how grateful they are that i am a part of their lives. It wasnt about me feeling grateful but them giving gratitude to me. I just forget sometimes. Thanks for posting and reminding me. 💜 thank you"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My dad saved my life and doesn’t know it \nI (14m) was planning on killing myself due to extreme personal issues in my life as of right now. I was going to do it july of this year but it all changed when my dad called me into his room he asked if i was ok because i looked “weird” and wanted to know if i was ok and to let them know if anything was going on and if i was high (i was recently suspended for smoking weed) but even after i said i’m ok it’s almost like he knew something was going on because he went on a speech on how it’s important to be with God (he’s very close to God and im not) and to express your feelings but the thing that really got to me was when he said “listen if you don’t give a shit about yourself just please give a shit about us i can’t sleep thinking about what’s going on wondering if your ok” that really got to me because i never realized how badly i would’ve hurt my parents and my family if i would’ve done it. Thank you for listening i just need to tell somebody this."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Whoever you are OP you matter. 14 is young and for you to not experience what life has in store for you 14 years from now is giving yourself the unfair advantage. I was about your age when I went through some very sad and traumatic things and had the same thoughts and even plans. And a family member I trusted talked me out of it. And continued too even through high school. I understand how hard it can be especially with all these weird social norms and social media. And you mentioned your family specifically your father has a relationship with god it can be stressful having different beliefs too. But thankfully he out that aside and talked to you. Stay strong OP, you’re not alone. Many of us just want to hear you vent and help you understand. Feel free to message me anytime you’re feeling down."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My dad saved my life and doesn’t know it \nI (14m) was planning on killing myself due to extreme personal issues in my life as of right now. I was going to do it july of this year but it all changed when my dad called me into his room he asked if i was ok because i looked “weird” and wanted to know if i was ok and to let them know if anything was going on and if i was high (i was recently suspended for smoking weed) but even after i said i’m ok it’s almost like he knew something was going on because he went on a speech on how it’s important to be with God (he’s very close to God and im not) and to express your feelings but the thing that really got to me was when he said “listen if you don’t give a shit about yourself just please give a shit about us i can’t sleep thinking about what’s going on wondering if your ok” that really got to me because i never realized how badly i would’ve hurt my parents and my family if i would’ve done it. Thank you for listening i just need to tell somebody this."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "You are incredibly loved. Remember God loves you and your parents love you and family loves you too."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My dad saved my life and doesn’t know it \nI (14m) was planning on killing myself due to extreme personal issues in my life as of right now. I was going to do it july of this year but it all changed when my dad called me into his room he asked if i was ok because i looked “weird” and wanted to know if i was ok and to let them know if anything was going on and if i was high (i was recently suspended for smoking weed) but even after i said i’m ok it’s almost like he knew something was going on because he went on a speech on how it’s important to be with God (he’s very close to God and im not) and to express your feelings but the thing that really got to me was when he said “listen if you don’t give a shit about yourself just please give a shit about us i can’t sleep thinking about what’s going on wondering if your ok” that really got to me because i never realized how badly i would’ve hurt my parents and my family if i would’ve done it. Thank you for listening i just need to tell somebody this."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Your parents love you more than you can possibly know. Your friends love you more than you know. Teachers, schoolmates, grandparents, aunts and uncles, all love you. Even I love you. I teared up reading your post. 14 is so young. So so young, you've still got your whole life ahead of you. Your parents would never recover from losing you.\nLosing a dearly loved one to suicide is from my experience the single worst pain. It's devastating. There's just so many questions and no answers. To this day it still hurts. I lost my best friend in 2014. He was 20. Barely started his life proper. He struggled with depression for years but no one knew just how bad. He noted he didn't think anyone would care in his note. Over 350 people turned up to his funeral. I was speechless. - the point is you've touched more people's lives than you know, and you will continue to do so.\nEverything may seem shit and you may not see how youre going to make it day by day. But you will have good days. In those good times you will see the true beauty of the world. Life is fucking incredible man. The sheer probability of you alone existing is an incalculable number yet here you are. You beat the odds of the universe to exist, to live and experience. Don't extinguish your fire before you've tried to shine your brightest.\nIf you're at this point, talk to your parents and open up about this with them. Your dad's already said hes worried. Let him know he saved your life. Talk about your struggles and what you're going through. Your parents are there for you. If they get angry it's because they love you and they care. Just please please please please please be gentle with yourself and take care of yourself. I really hope you're okay in the end My friend. My chats are always open if you just want a random to talk to."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My dad saved my life and doesn’t know it \nI (14m) was planning on killing myself due to extreme personal issues in my life as of right now. I was going to do it july of this year but it all changed when my dad called me into his room he asked if i was ok because i looked “weird” and wanted to know if i was ok and to let them know if anything was going on and if i was high (i was recently suspended for smoking weed) but even after i said i’m ok it’s almost like he knew something was going on because he went on a speech on how it’s important to be with God (he’s very close to God and im not) and to express your feelings but the thing that really got to me was when he said “listen if you don’t give a shit about yourself just please give a shit about us i can’t sleep thinking about what’s going on wondering if your ok” that really got to me because i never realized how badly i would’ve hurt my parents and my family if i would’ve done it. Thank you for listening i just need to tell somebody this."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "You are one in billions. Literally. Think about that!\nSometimes when we get into our heads too much we need to zoom out.\nAlso here’s another perspective: if you’re 14, and you expect to live to 100, you d only lived 1/10 of your experiences. Or even less, if you consider being a baby and child is just growing.\nLife is like a river and many of us are bad swimmers . Let’s just ride with it.\nYou can do this!!!"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "How do you guys afford therapy💀 \nIn this economy, mental health care feels like a luxury. I would love to start therapy and work on myself, but one session with a psychologist is like $200+, there's no way I can pay that long term🤡"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "US government gives it to me for free thankfully. It sucks that a lot of people have to stress over paying for their mental health stuff. That's kinda the opposite of what we're trying to accomplish here!"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "How do you guys afford therapy💀 \nIn this economy, mental health care feels like a luxury. I would love to start therapy and work on myself, but one session with a psychologist is like $200+, there's no way I can pay that long term🤡"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "\"Mental healthcare feels like a luxury.\"\nDamn."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "How do you guys afford therapy💀 \nIn this economy, mental health care feels like a luxury. I would love to start therapy and work on myself, but one session with a psychologist is like $200+, there's no way I can pay that long term🤡"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I dont lol. I just raw dog my poor mental health and am worse off for it lmao"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "How do you guys afford therapy💀 \nIn this economy, mental health care feels like a luxury. I would love to start therapy and work on myself, but one session with a psychologist is like $200+, there's no way I can pay that long term🤡"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "my insurance pays for it. there's an app where it gives me info on therapists who take my insurance. I do therapy online."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "How do you guys afford therapy💀 \nIn this economy, mental health care feels like a luxury. I would love to start therapy and work on myself, but one session with a psychologist is like $200+, there's no way I can pay that long term🤡"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Profit > People\nWe don't matter anymore. We haven't in a very long time since the Industrial Revolution... money has become the main motivator for most supports. This is why so many people have mental health problems. Empathy, Compassion, and overall Honestly is a sought out rarity. If they were resources they'd be absurdly expensive."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "How do you guys afford therapy💀 \nIn this economy, mental health care feels like a luxury. I would love to start therapy and work on myself, but one session with a psychologist is like $200+, there's no way I can pay that long term🤡"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Germany has free healthcare so i dont have to pay anything."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "How do you guys afford therapy💀 \nIn this economy, mental health care feels like a luxury. I would love to start therapy and work on myself, but one session with a psychologist is like $200+, there's no way I can pay that long term🤡"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Insurance covers it. $40 a visit for me."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "How do you guys afford therapy💀 \nIn this economy, mental health care feels like a luxury. I would love to start therapy and work on myself, but one session with a psychologist is like $200+, there's no way I can pay that long term🤡"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "UK here but paying for therapy is an absolute scam you should not have to pay for something like that"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "How do you guys afford therapy💀 \nIn this economy, mental health care feels like a luxury. I would love to start therapy and work on myself, but one session with a psychologist is like $200+, there's no way I can pay that long term🤡"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "By not living in America."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "15 minutes of exercise is better then 0 \nI’m attempting to start exercising. I’m 19 and extremely overweight. I haven’t been exercising because of an injury I got awhile ago plus it’s just really hard to get up and going. My depression has been kicking my ass lately, and I’m starting to feel horrible because of my appearance, not to mention I get gender dysphoria. I want to try exercising 15 minutes a day 3 times a week. A super small amount of time just sitting on the floor of my dorm stretching and doing planks/push-ups/whatever. I always hate exercising. Especially cardio and running because it always makes me nauseous and want to puke and feels very painful. But I think focusing on something I’d enjoy more (strength) would help me be consistent. I feel a little burn in my arms and shoulders but honestly it’s a little good. It brings promises of the future. Even if my body doesn’t change, I want to feel better. My body does not define me. I won’t let my mentally I’ll brain tell me otherwise"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I feel you man, I'm 19 and overweight too; I feel hideous and unlovable. Some advice for exercise is to walk, don't run, just walk and listen to music, very calming and therapeutic."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "15 minutes of exercise is better then 0 \nI’m attempting to start exercising. I’m 19 and extremely overweight. I haven’t been exercising because of an injury I got awhile ago plus it’s just really hard to get up and going. My depression has been kicking my ass lately, and I’m starting to feel horrible because of my appearance, not to mention I get gender dysphoria. I want to try exercising 15 minutes a day 3 times a week. A super small amount of time just sitting on the floor of my dorm stretching and doing planks/push-ups/whatever. I always hate exercising. Especially cardio and running because it always makes me nauseous and want to puke and feels very painful. But I think focusing on something I’d enjoy more (strength) would help me be consistent. I feel a little burn in my arms and shoulders but honestly it’s a little good. It brings promises of the future. Even if my body doesn’t change, I want to feel better. My body does not define me. I won’t let my mentally I’ll brain tell me otherwise"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Extremely proud of you!"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "15 minutes of exercise is better then 0 \nI’m attempting to start exercising. I’m 19 and extremely overweight. I haven’t been exercising because of an injury I got awhile ago plus it’s just really hard to get up and going. My depression has been kicking my ass lately, and I’m starting to feel horrible because of my appearance, not to mention I get gender dysphoria. I want to try exercising 15 minutes a day 3 times a week. A super small amount of time just sitting on the floor of my dorm stretching and doing planks/push-ups/whatever. I always hate exercising. Especially cardio and running because it always makes me nauseous and want to puke and feels very painful. But I think focusing on something I’d enjoy more (strength) would help me be consistent. I feel a little burn in my arms and shoulders but honestly it’s a little good. It brings promises of the future. Even if my body doesn’t change, I want to feel better. My body does not define me. I won’t let my mentally I’ll brain tell me otherwise"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "We all have to start somewhere (and I’ve been at rock bottom myself, so I know from experience it isn’t fun), so I admire you for being so open about your journey and hope the things get better for you soon 🙌🏻"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "15 minutes of exercise is better then 0 \nI’m attempting to start exercising. I’m 19 and extremely overweight. I haven’t been exercising because of an injury I got awhile ago plus it’s just really hard to get up and going. My depression has been kicking my ass lately, and I’m starting to feel horrible because of my appearance, not to mention I get gender dysphoria. I want to try exercising 15 minutes a day 3 times a week. A super small amount of time just sitting on the floor of my dorm stretching and doing planks/push-ups/whatever. I always hate exercising. Especially cardio and running because it always makes me nauseous and want to puke and feels very painful. But I think focusing on something I’d enjoy more (strength) would help me be consistent. I feel a little burn in my arms and shoulders but honestly it’s a little good. It brings promises of the future. Even if my body doesn’t change, I want to feel better. My body does not define me. I won’t let my mentally I’ll brain tell me otherwise"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Little strokes fell great oaks. Consistency is key to being healthier. It's not a sprint, it's a marathon. What are your goals with excercising?"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "15 minutes of exercise is better then 0 \nI’m attempting to start exercising. I’m 19 and extremely overweight. I haven’t been exercising because of an injury I got awhile ago plus it’s just really hard to get up and going. My depression has been kicking my ass lately, and I’m starting to feel horrible because of my appearance, not to mention I get gender dysphoria. I want to try exercising 15 minutes a day 3 times a week. A super small amount of time just sitting on the floor of my dorm stretching and doing planks/push-ups/whatever. I always hate exercising. Especially cardio and running because it always makes me nauseous and want to puke and feels very painful. But I think focusing on something I’d enjoy more (strength) would help me be consistent. I feel a little burn in my arms and shoulders but honestly it’s a little good. It brings promises of the future. Even if my body doesn’t change, I want to feel better. My body does not define me. I won’t let my mentally I’ll brain tell me otherwise"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "it will be hard at first but i trust that you'll get used to it! i am extremely and genuinely proud of u for trying, more so for getting up and doing something healthy for your own well-being! i hope you enjoy this journey and please dont forget to be kind and gentle w yourself ‹𝟹 stay hydrated also! we will be on the sidelines cheering u on!! ♡"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "15 minutes of exercise is better then 0 \nI’m attempting to start exercising. I’m 19 and extremely overweight. I haven’t been exercising because of an injury I got awhile ago plus it’s just really hard to get up and going. My depression has been kicking my ass lately, and I’m starting to feel horrible because of my appearance, not to mention I get gender dysphoria. I want to try exercising 15 minutes a day 3 times a week. A super small amount of time just sitting on the floor of my dorm stretching and doing planks/push-ups/whatever. I always hate exercising. Especially cardio and running because it always makes me nauseous and want to puke and feels very painful. But I think focusing on something I’d enjoy more (strength) would help me be consistent. I feel a little burn in my arms and shoulders but honestly it’s a little good. It brings promises of the future. Even if my body doesn’t change, I want to feel better. My body does not define me. I won’t let my mentally I’ll brain tell me otherwise"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Keep going! Any amount of exercise is better that none and health effects are noticiable even if your weight does not change.\nI am struggling with similar problems and it’s really easy to fall into the “just 10 minutes won’t do shit” mindset and it’s the main thing that will keep you from even trying"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "15 minutes of exercise is better then 0 \nI’m attempting to start exercising. I’m 19 and extremely overweight. I haven’t been exercising because of an injury I got awhile ago plus it’s just really hard to get up and going. My depression has been kicking my ass lately, and I’m starting to feel horrible because of my appearance, not to mention I get gender dysphoria. I want to try exercising 15 minutes a day 3 times a week. A super small amount of time just sitting on the floor of my dorm stretching and doing planks/push-ups/whatever. I always hate exercising. Especially cardio and running because it always makes me nauseous and want to puke and feels very painful. But I think focusing on something I’d enjoy more (strength) would help me be consistent. I feel a little burn in my arms and shoulders but honestly it’s a little good. It brings promises of the future. Even if my body doesn’t change, I want to feel better. My body does not define me. I won’t let my mentally I’ll brain tell me otherwise"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Exercise is great for your mental health and the more you do it and see improvements, the better you’ll feel and the more you’ll want to do it rather than feel you have to do it."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "15 minutes of exercise is better then 0 \nI’m attempting to start exercising. I’m 19 and extremely overweight. I haven’t been exercising because of an injury I got awhile ago plus it’s just really hard to get up and going. My depression has been kicking my ass lately, and I’m starting to feel horrible because of my appearance, not to mention I get gender dysphoria. I want to try exercising 15 minutes a day 3 times a week. A super small amount of time just sitting on the floor of my dorm stretching and doing planks/push-ups/whatever. I always hate exercising. Especially cardio and running because it always makes me nauseous and want to puke and feels very painful. But I think focusing on something I’d enjoy more (strength) would help me be consistent. I feel a little burn in my arms and shoulders but honestly it’s a little good. It brings promises of the future. Even if my body doesn’t change, I want to feel better. My body does not define me. I won’t let my mentally I’ll brain tell me otherwise"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Every time you do it, mentally tell yourself that this was a victory! Every win counts"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "15 minutes of exercise is better then 0 \nI’m attempting to start exercising. I’m 19 and extremely overweight. I haven’t been exercising because of an injury I got awhile ago plus it’s just really hard to get up and going. My depression has been kicking my ass lately, and I’m starting to feel horrible because of my appearance, not to mention I get gender dysphoria. I want to try exercising 15 minutes a day 3 times a week. A super small amount of time just sitting on the floor of my dorm stretching and doing planks/push-ups/whatever. I always hate exercising. Especially cardio and running because it always makes me nauseous and want to puke and feels very painful. But I think focusing on something I’d enjoy more (strength) would help me be consistent. I feel a little burn in my arms and shoulders but honestly it’s a little good. It brings promises of the future. Even if my body doesn’t change, I want to feel better. My body does not define me. I won’t let my mentally I’ll brain tell me otherwise"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Good on you! don't forget incidental exercise is really helpful too. Take opportunities to walk more, for example. When I go to the shops, I use the stairs, or park as far away as I can and still be safe/convenient for my needs. Small changes make huge differences too.\nI know the focus is exercise, but don't underestimate water intake. Even drinking more water, even a small amount more, more frequently than you do now will add up to being helpful. :)"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "15 minutes of exercise is better then 0 \nI’m attempting to start exercising. I’m 19 and extremely overweight. I haven’t been exercising because of an injury I got awhile ago plus it’s just really hard to get up and going. My depression has been kicking my ass lately, and I’m starting to feel horrible because of my appearance, not to mention I get gender dysphoria. I want to try exercising 15 minutes a day 3 times a week. A super small amount of time just sitting on the floor of my dorm stretching and doing planks/push-ups/whatever. I always hate exercising. Especially cardio and running because it always makes me nauseous and want to puke and feels very painful. But I think focusing on something I’d enjoy more (strength) would help me be consistent. I feel a little burn in my arms and shoulders but honestly it’s a little good. It brings promises of the future. Even if my body doesn’t change, I want to feel better. My body does not define me. I won’t let my mentally I’ll brain tell me otherwise"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "You can do it! We’re after progress, not perfection"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I brushed my hair \nI just really wanted to tell someone. Between depression and ADHD my hair has been in a bun since January and was matted to my head. It took a long time but it is completely brushed out and clean for the first time in 3 months and I feel like a person again.\nEdit: Wow, this is overwhelming! I don't think I've ever felt this supported in my life. Thank you so much <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "The three pillars of climbing out of a mood disorder, according to my therapist\nMake connections other people.\nHelp another person in need.\nHave some success, no matter how modest. It can be learning all 32 Beethoven piano sonatas. It can be simply brushing your hair and putting your clothes on. You have achieved one of these pillars! Don’t stop."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I brushed my hair \nI just really wanted to tell someone. Between depression and ADHD my hair has been in a bun since January and was matted to my head. It took a long time but it is completely brushed out and clean for the first time in 3 months and I feel like a person again.\nEdit: Wow, this is overwhelming! I don't think I've ever felt this supported in my life. Thank you so much <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Great job keep up the great work you got this"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I brushed my hair \nI just really wanted to tell someone. Between depression and ADHD my hair has been in a bun since January and was matted to my head. It took a long time but it is completely brushed out and clean for the first time in 3 months and I feel like a person again.\nEdit: Wow, this is overwhelming! I don't think I've ever felt this supported in my life. Thank you so much <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Proud of you!"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I brushed my hair \nI just really wanted to tell someone. Between depression and ADHD my hair has been in a bun since January and was matted to my head. It took a long time but it is completely brushed out and clean for the first time in 3 months and I feel like a person again.\nEdit: Wow, this is overwhelming! I don't think I've ever felt this supported in my life. Thank you so much <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "We tend to forget about these small steps. Good luck on the future ones!"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I brushed my hair \nI just really wanted to tell someone. Between depression and ADHD my hair has been in a bun since January and was matted to my head. It took a long time but it is completely brushed out and clean for the first time in 3 months and I feel like a person again.\nEdit: Wow, this is overwhelming! I don't think I've ever felt this supported in my life. Thank you so much <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Keep going and best of luck in more!"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I brushed my hair \nI just really wanted to tell someone. Between depression and ADHD my hair has been in a bun since January and was matted to my head. It took a long time but it is completely brushed out and clean for the first time in 3 months and I feel like a person again.\nEdit: Wow, this is overwhelming! I don't think I've ever felt this supported in my life. Thank you so much <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "That's awesome, well done!"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I brushed my hair \nI just really wanted to tell someone. Between depression and ADHD my hair has been in a bun since January and was matted to my head. It took a long time but it is completely brushed out and clean for the first time in 3 months and I feel like a person again.\nEdit: Wow, this is overwhelming! I don't think I've ever felt this supported in my life. Thank you so much <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Great news. Congratulations.\nI have been flattened by depression many times. I can appreciate what this means. Good for you."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I brushed my hair \nI just really wanted to tell someone. Between depression and ADHD my hair has been in a bun since January and was matted to my head. It took a long time but it is completely brushed out and clean for the first time in 3 months and I feel like a person again.\nEdit: Wow, this is overwhelming! I don't think I've ever felt this supported in my life. Thank you so much <3"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Yay!"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My mom just committed suicide \nI haven’t talked to her in a while, and now I’m beating myself up about it. My mom had bipolar disorder. My dad just last month told me that she had been acting crazy. That’s when I started getting voice messages from her saying she will never see me again. She would go on these tantrums breaking dishes and such. Eventually she just never came out of bed and my dad had to watch her 24/7 to ensure she didn’t try and hurt herself. She ended up staying with my uncle and one night she decided to swallow a bunch of pills. Guys please stay strong. Anyone who is dealing with this please stay strong."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I'm so sorry."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My mom just committed suicide \nI haven’t talked to her in a while, and now I’m beating myself up about it. My mom had bipolar disorder. My dad just last month told me that she had been acting crazy. That’s when I started getting voice messages from her saying she will never see me again. She would go on these tantrums breaking dishes and such. Eventually she just never came out of bed and my dad had to watch her 24/7 to ensure she didn’t try and hurt herself. She ended up staying with my uncle and one night she decided to swallow a bunch of pills. Guys please stay strong. Anyone who is dealing with this please stay strong."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I am so sorry. Stay strong. You can get through this, one minute at a time if you have to. I struggle with Bi Polar too, I know how difficult it can be.\nHere’s a cyber hug for you if you’ll accept"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My mom just committed suicide \nI haven’t talked to her in a while, and now I’m beating myself up about it. My mom had bipolar disorder. My dad just last month told me that she had been acting crazy. That’s when I started getting voice messages from her saying she will never see me again. She would go on these tantrums breaking dishes and such. Eventually she just never came out of bed and my dad had to watch her 24/7 to ensure she didn’t try and hurt herself. She ended up staying with my uncle and one night she decided to swallow a bunch of pills. Guys please stay strong. Anyone who is dealing with this please stay strong."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I'm really sorry to hear that about your mom, I hope you're doing okay"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My mom just committed suicide \nI haven’t talked to her in a while, and now I’m beating myself up about it. My mom had bipolar disorder. My dad just last month told me that she had been acting crazy. That’s when I started getting voice messages from her saying she will never see me again. She would go on these tantrums breaking dishes and such. Eventually she just never came out of bed and my dad had to watch her 24/7 to ensure she didn’t try and hurt herself. She ended up staying with my uncle and one night she decided to swallow a bunch of pills. Guys please stay strong. Anyone who is dealing with this please stay strong."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I don't know what to say other then I'm so sorry, that's really tragic..."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My mom just committed suicide \nI haven’t talked to her in a while, and now I’m beating myself up about it. My mom had bipolar disorder. My dad just last month told me that she had been acting crazy. That’s when I started getting voice messages from her saying she will never see me again. She would go on these tantrums breaking dishes and such. Eventually she just never came out of bed and my dad had to watch her 24/7 to ensure she didn’t try and hurt herself. She ended up staying with my uncle and one night she decided to swallow a bunch of pills. Guys please stay strong. Anyone who is dealing with this please stay strong."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I will be praying for you in this situation. I lost my mother to COPD. I know that it's not the same thing but it is very hard to lose a parent no matter how it happens. it is not our fault when our family is sick and mental health is still sickness. we have to remind ourselves of that.\nI deal with schizoaffective disorder and OCD and if it wasn't for my uncle reminding me that it wasn't my fault that I was sick and that I needed to understand I was unwell I don't think that I would have been able to make it as far as I have.\nthere have been three people in my family line with this condition and the hardest part is you feel like you are just another one waiting to be doomed. I lost a cousin to suicide. we weren't that close but the thought that he had the same condition I did and the possibilities of me doing that to myself and my family were and still are scary realities for me.\nI'm not trying to make it about me. forgiving yourself and the other party is the hardest thing with suicide but it's possible and I think it's awesome that you are able to come on here and encourage others while you yourself are in such a tough place."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My mom just committed suicide \nI haven’t talked to her in a while, and now I’m beating myself up about it. My mom had bipolar disorder. My dad just last month told me that she had been acting crazy. That’s when I started getting voice messages from her saying she will never see me again. She would go on these tantrums breaking dishes and such. Eventually she just never came out of bed and my dad had to watch her 24/7 to ensure she didn’t try and hurt herself. She ended up staying with my uncle and one night she decided to swallow a bunch of pills. Guys please stay strong. Anyone who is dealing with this please stay strong."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "feeling so sorry for u"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My mom just committed suicide \nI haven’t talked to her in a while, and now I’m beating myself up about it. My mom had bipolar disorder. My dad just last month told me that she had been acting crazy. That’s when I started getting voice messages from her saying she will never see me again. She would go on these tantrums breaking dishes and such. Eventually she just never came out of bed and my dad had to watch her 24/7 to ensure she didn’t try and hurt herself. She ended up staying with my uncle and one night she decided to swallow a bunch of pills. Guys please stay strong. Anyone who is dealing with this please stay strong."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Im sorry for your loss and I’m sending positivity your way! I lost my little brother to suicide, it left me with unanswered questions and guilt. But Iv’e since went on my spiritual healing journey and have dived deep into meditation practices and psychedelics. I don’t wish to push my beliefs or spirituality onto you but, if you are seeking answers, truth or healing I would highly recommend you start your journey as well. It will open you open to a whole new world of possibilities and perspective! If you are interested or wish to know more feel free to message me."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My mom just committed suicide \nI haven’t talked to her in a while, and now I’m beating myself up about it. My mom had bipolar disorder. My dad just last month told me that she had been acting crazy. That’s when I started getting voice messages from her saying she will never see me again. She would go on these tantrums breaking dishes and such. Eventually she just never came out of bed and my dad had to watch her 24/7 to ensure she didn’t try and hurt herself. She ended up staying with my uncle and one night she decided to swallow a bunch of pills. Guys please stay strong. Anyone who is dealing with this please stay strong."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I’m sorry for your loss man"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "My mom just committed suicide \nI haven’t talked to her in a while, and now I’m beating myself up about it. My mom had bipolar disorder. My dad just last month told me that she had been acting crazy. That’s when I started getting voice messages from her saying she will never see me again. She would go on these tantrums breaking dishes and such. Eventually she just never came out of bed and my dad had to watch her 24/7 to ensure she didn’t try and hurt herself. She ended up staying with my uncle and one night she decided to swallow a bunch of pills. Guys please stay strong. Anyone who is dealing with this please stay strong."
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I am so deeply sorry for what you are going through right now"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I start my first job in 16 years tomorrow and I'm so proud of myself \nI didn't know where else to post this but I'd really like to tell someone! I had CPTSD for the majority of my life, until I started EMDR and it's basically cured my CPTSD.. No, really! It did! Anyway, I recently completed a disability support course and last week I had an interview and I got the job!!!! 🥳 I start tomorrow! First job in 16 years!! (My mental health really seriously held me back for a long time, in many different ways) but I just wanted to tell someone because I'm so proud of myself. I never thought I'd get to this point! My life is on track, finally, at 34 years old. Better late than never 🙏\nEdit - spelling mistake"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Congratulations!! 🎉 I'm so happy and proud of you."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I start my first job in 16 years tomorrow and I'm so proud of myself \nI didn't know where else to post this but I'd really like to tell someone! I had CPTSD for the majority of my life, until I started EMDR and it's basically cured my CPTSD.. No, really! It did! Anyway, I recently completed a disability support course and last week I had an interview and I got the job!!!! 🥳 I start tomorrow! First job in 16 years!! (My mental health really seriously held me back for a long time, in many different ways) but I just wanted to tell someone because I'm so proud of myself. I never thought I'd get to this point! My life is on track, finally, at 34 years old. Better late than never 🙏\nEdit - spelling mistake"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Unbelievably happy for you !!!! congratulations, I hope you enjoy your new job !"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I start my first job in 16 years tomorrow and I'm so proud of myself \nI didn't know where else to post this but I'd really like to tell someone! I had CPTSD for the majority of my life, until I started EMDR and it's basically cured my CPTSD.. No, really! It did! Anyway, I recently completed a disability support course and last week I had an interview and I got the job!!!! 🥳 I start tomorrow! First job in 16 years!! (My mental health really seriously held me back for a long time, in many different ways) but I just wanted to tell someone because I'm so proud of myself. I never thought I'd get to this point! My life is on track, finally, at 34 years old. Better late than never 🙏\nEdit - spelling mistake"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Congratulations on making thru everything u had been suffering for years🤗 I'm really happy for u and I'm proud of u☺️. This shows how patience with hope and how hard work with passion pays off to u💪🏻❤️🩹. Believe in urself and keep up the good work❤️."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I start my first job in 16 years tomorrow and I'm so proud of myself \nI didn't know where else to post this but I'd really like to tell someone! I had CPTSD for the majority of my life, until I started EMDR and it's basically cured my CPTSD.. No, really! It did! Anyway, I recently completed a disability support course and last week I had an interview and I got the job!!!! 🥳 I start tomorrow! First job in 16 years!! (My mental health really seriously held me back for a long time, in many different ways) but I just wanted to tell someone because I'm so proud of myself. I never thought I'd get to this point! My life is on track, finally, at 34 years old. Better late than never 🙏\nEdit - spelling mistake"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "I’m so happy for you and proud of you! Last year I started my first in 8 years and it’s seriously one of the best choices I’ve ever made. Getting out of the house, the routine with it, having to be presentable is so great. It wasn’t easy at first and I had to switch to a new job but it makes a world of difference."
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I start my first job in 16 years tomorrow and I'm so proud of myself \nI didn't know where else to post this but I'd really like to tell someone! I had CPTSD for the majority of my life, until I started EMDR and it's basically cured my CPTSD.. No, really! It did! Anyway, I recently completed a disability support course and last week I had an interview and I got the job!!!! 🥳 I start tomorrow! First job in 16 years!! (My mental health really seriously held me back for a long time, in many different ways) but I just wanted to tell someone because I'm so proud of myself. I never thought I'd get to this point! My life is on track, finally, at 34 years old. Better late than never 🙏\nEdit - spelling mistake"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "FKG AWESOME. Thank you for seeing it through. Thank you for being more courageous than anyone will ever know. Thank you for encountering yourself at your depths which must have been exhausting, confusing and scary af. You’ve done something miraculous and deserve only rewards for believing in yourself and when you didn’t believe in yourself, for seeking progress however that was possible. One step at a time. Thank you for showing us all it can be done. 🚀💫💛"
}
] |
[
{
"from": "human",
"value": "I start my first job in 16 years tomorrow and I'm so proud of myself \nI didn't know where else to post this but I'd really like to tell someone! I had CPTSD for the majority of my life, until I started EMDR and it's basically cured my CPTSD.. No, really! It did! Anyway, I recently completed a disability support course and last week I had an interview and I got the job!!!! 🥳 I start tomorrow! First job in 16 years!! (My mental health really seriously held me back for a long time, in many different ways) but I just wanted to tell someone because I'm so proud of myself. I never thought I'd get to this point! My life is on track, finally, at 34 years old. Better late than never 🙏\nEdit - spelling mistake"
},
{
"from": "gpt",
"value": "Hi that’s brilliant, but you take it easily and it’s very normal for anyone to feel anxious about starting the role. Take it slowly too, as you you’ve been out of the loop for quite sometime as sickness happens."
}
] |