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Posted by jyl on October 23, 2002, at 13:14:33
what if there was no horror in your life..
past or present...
you had everything you needed...
health and happiness was all around you..
but you couldnt enjoy it and couldnt stop trying to hurt yourself or it was constantly in your thoughts.
what if you couldnt sleep but couldnt handel taking meds at night because you always managed to overdose on them because you just didnt want to wake up?but didnt know why?
what if........
Posted by Mal on October 23, 2002, at 14:43:41
In reply to what if...., posted by jyl on October 23, 2002, at 13:14:33
jyl,
I know part of what you mean, although I don't have the SI or suicidal thoughts. But I do get very down sometimes and it makes me feel guilty, even, for not enjoying all the great things in my life.You aren't alone, and there are many people who are in your situation. That probably doesn't alleviate your misery at all, but we are here to support you and "listen" and encourage you. It always helps me clear my head (and feel a little better) to put my thoughts into written (or typed) words.
Maybe the medications you have tried aren't the right ones for you. Keep looking for the right meds- what if the very next thing you try is the magic bullet, and you are able to enjoy yourself again in just a couple of weeks?!
And are you in therapy? This is definitely something you should discuss in sessions, IMO. Maybe your therapist could help you find out what you want from life that you aren't getting.
When I was depressed I felt like I was wasting my life, that I was supposed to be building SOMEthing, (but what??) but if I could muster the energy to help someone else or engage in a constructive hobby (for me it is quilting) things got a little better. Pets are also very therapeutic. I can not talk to my dog without smiling. :^D
I hope you feel good soon...
MAL
Posted by WorryGirl on October 24, 2002, at 16:19:31
In reply to what if...., posted by jyl on October 23, 2002, at 13:14:33
Hi jyl,
It sounds like you might share a similar fear of mine. That you are afraid to enjoy this good life that's been placed in front of you. Maybe you feel undeserving, or there could be a million other reasons.
But I watch firsthand as seemingly selfish, ruthless people get ahead in life and enjoy a lot of the things that we think we're reaching out for. Do they deserve it? Maybe, maybe not.
There are a lot of great people out there who also enjoy a satisfying, happy life.
We can too! There is hope......
We just have to get over our fears somehow.
Take Care.
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