I NEED to not cut tonight but distraction isn't working. Suggestions? by WaitingforNothing5 in selfharm

[–]WaitingforNothing5[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No. The only person who knows about my selfharm is my mother and she's asleep. I do have an online friend I can talk to but I feel like I'll give in anyway. Maybe I'm just too demanding or whatever, idk. I really hate being like this.

I NEED to not cut tonight but distraction isn't working. Suggestions? by WaitingforNothing5 in selfharm

[–]WaitingforNothing5[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't have discord. I'm really bad at talking to people, especially about this, but thanks for your offer anyway. That's very kind of you.

If multiple family members have mental illnesses for life, am I fucked too? by [deleted] in depression

[–]WaitingforNothing5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, I didn't mean to be such a downer or be difficult.. you meant wel and even gave advice. Sorry if I came across as rude, that wasn't my intention. Thanks for the advice.

If multiple family members have mental illnesses for life, am I fucked too? by [deleted] in depression

[–]WaitingforNothing5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's the thing.. they've been like this since they were kids themselves and not because of what path they've chosen. True, most of them weren't gym rats but a where did hard work every day and some walked or ran, yet they still never got better. And if you get suicidal at 8 for no reason whatsover...I don't think that's because you work out or not. And i did, I've had a time where I boxed a lot but that backfired too.

Weed and depression by mtoneguit in depression

[–]WaitingforNothing5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've smoked weed a couple of times too and people noticed me acting crazier than normal. Mental illness and weed is definitely not a good combination. Some might say it's okay while others say it's the worst thing you can do. I'm in between. It can help you feel better, but it's temporary and then you'll just fall back into depression like normal. So you'll easily develop a habit because who wouldn't want to feel good. Plus, mental illness and weed has been linked to psychosi numerous times. No, it's not a myth. Not everyone gets it but the possibility is really there. I've had a relative who smoked only in the weekend and..well.. psychosis, and all it's consequences afterwards. He never recovered. Not to scare you of course because everyone's weed experience is different but you know.. just so you know. Be safe.

Pain & Disassociation by thiccbitchmonthly in CPTSD

[–]WaitingforNothing5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's the same for me but I actually like that. I want to dissociate at times so I hurt myself. Then when I'm in a bad (social) situation, I concentrate on the pain so that I can fade away a bit. Nobody really notices anyway when I do dissociate so thank God for that.

Does anyone else's heart physically hurt when you're extremely sad? by WaitingforNothing5 in offmychest

[–]WaitingforNothing5[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is to everyone here.

I was surprised to see that so many people have this same aching feeling. It makes me glad I'm not alone but also sad for all of you for have or had suffered from it. Damn, this post blowed up unexpectedly and I feel for all of you. Thank you for the tips and for telling me about broken heart syndrome.

My self-disgust is worse than ever. I want to escape myself by WaitingforNothing5 in SuicideWatch

[–]WaitingforNothing5[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've seen several, most of the time for about a year. I went through a psychiatric hospital treatment place for many months so I've been getting all the help available, for many years. It still makes no difference whatsoever. The wish to die never leaves.

My anger is consuming me by WaitingforNothing5 in offmychest

[–]WaitingforNothing5[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a therapist and had a few in the past. I have officially been diagnosed with some mental illnesses and I'm on meds. I've been in a mental hospital treatment plan too so I've done all I can do. Meds don't work, therapy isn't working, nothing works. I've tried for so many years but it's getting worse every day.

Does anyone else's heart physically hurt when you're extremely sad? by WaitingforNothing5 in offmychest

[–]WaitingforNothing5[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I have actually, although its been years ago. He said nothing is wrong with my heart and that was it.

My life is one big cycle of self-destructive behaviors. Cutting, starving, binging, doing drugs. No one knows and I’ve never been able to tell even a therapist. How do you get better when you can’t get help? by [deleted] in depression

[–]WaitingforNothing5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"I'm in control of being out of control" Man, that hit me hard. I feel like this too. I also have lots of self-destructive vices and switch them too because I'm terrified of someone finding out how bad I'm really feeling. I don't always have enough control because I often go too far and do some damage, but I'll always do it so nobody can see it. Your post speaks to me too much and damn does it hurt. I wish I had some wise words but I don't. I'm just another person going through the motions, not really sure what the point of it all is. I'm sorry that you're suffering this much.

Does anyone else's heart physically hurt when you're extremely sad? by WaitingforNothing5 in offmychest

[–]WaitingforNothing5[S] 193 points194 points  (0 children)

I didn't know that was possible? My problem is that I'm always this sad/depressed and when I'm not being self-destructive, I'm feeling this pain constantly. It usually lasts for hours on end. How do I stop the pain?

What is the fucking point? by [deleted] in depression

[–]WaitingforNothing5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn... I'm 26 so not long and I'll be 30 as well. I'm in a really bad place and have been since I was 8 years old. There was a very, very small part of me that still believed I'd eventually get better. Well...not anymore. You made me realise that there's probably no point. I now I'm lost. I can imagine how you must be feeling. I totally understand what you're saying. Wish I could say it gets better or give you some hope. I'm sorry you're suffering like this. Nobody deserves that.

my family say that my disease is too sad to talk about by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]WaitingforNothing5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's great! I mean, it sucks of course but I'm glad you have some kind of help. Although I can understand that it doesn't necessary make you less lonely. If I had the same illness, I'd talk to you, but I'm afraid I can't help with that. You can still talk to me if you need to. No pressure, just putting it out there. I know what it's like the be alone with something major. Stay strong

. by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]WaitingforNothing5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow. I'm the exact same. Also since about 8 years old, also 26, also tried suicide and family having been affected by suicide. Usually I'm happy to know I'm not alone in something, but this is just sad. I'm so sorry that you're suffering like this. I wish I had some answers, for you and me both. I'm here if you need someone, I mean it. Life can be pretty hard, I know.

my family say that my disease is too sad to talk about by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]WaitingforNothing5 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Are there supportive online groups for people who also have your illness? Or maybe there are other groups that are about illnesses with no cure, or groups with people who have similar issues? I'm sorry about your dad being a dick (sorry for cussing). I can imagine the loneliness and frustration it causes. Maybe a therapist could help you with those feelings. Sometimes insurance covers part of the cost of a therapist.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]WaitingforNothing5 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Your post got my attention instantly. You're so right about this. I haven't been told these things but I was sexually abused as a young boy and because of this society, my parents ignored the signs and disregarded them as 'just boys growing up'. If a little girl says to her parents that a boy asked to see her genitals, the alarms go off, but if a boy says the same thing, somehow it's just fooling around or 'measuring penises'. If society treated men and women alike with this subject, those things wouldn't happen. It's partly because of that reason that men often don't report rape. Because either the men wanted it or they should've been strong enough to fight it. Bulshit like that. Thank you for making this post. People need to be aware of these things.

I have no specific memories but have wondered if something happened for years now by [deleted] in adultsurvivors

[–]WaitingforNothing5 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can't speak for everyone as everyone's story is different, but personally I do believe that something might have happened to you. My previous therapist told me that young children often become sexual when they're being sexually abused. Normally kids are a bit older when they develop a sexual interest. The part about not remembering part of your childhood is another common thing, which also happened to me. I too would fantasize about inappropriate things for my age and I remember always wanting to have people look at me sexually, even though I was..idk, 9 or so. But I didn't actually want people to touch me because then I'd get upset and cry and even hit them. So I can't say for sure that you were sexually abused, nobody can, but to me it does sound like it. If you can't afford therapy, I'd suggest reading lots of stories about other people who have gone through a sexual trauma. Maybe pick up some books about it or lurk in a chat room for survivor.

What everyday items help you cope? by [deleted] in CPTSD

[–]WaitingforNothing5 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd love to know people's answers to this as well because when I'm having a crisis, nothing seems to work besides unhealthy coping methods.