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Mental health breakdown

troublethomas

Yesterday I had a terrible day. Tried to get thru to samaritans and couldn't get thru. I didn't want to be here anymore. It was literally because my kids were in the house I didn't just up and walk and never come back. Somedays I'm on top of it but Yesterday was a horrendous day.

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Rosie_Scope

Hi @troublethomas, I'm really sorry you had such a hard day yesterday. You're not alone in how you're feeling, we're here if you need to chat about anything at all.

We'll be sending you a quick email today so please look out for that 😊

How are you feeling today? Is there anyone you can reach out to about how you're feeling at the moment, like your doctor or a mental health team?

Hope things start feeling easier for you soon.

teuchterlass

Big hugs to you, treat yourself kindly and nicely today, give yourself a bit of breathing space please. M

Billiegoat

I'm so sorry to see how you are feeling but I'm glad you have been able to say. Its a terrible feeling to be in the place you are.

I'm glad you reached out and hopefully you will speak to someone. Don't give up and dont be alone with it, there is usually a mental health service that can help at this time.Where I am we have crisis cafes, crisis teams. Someone like GP should know. Take care big hug x

quinceorange24

Hi, @troublethomas I hope you're alright, don't give up because I'm sure you've got people who care about you.

I've been where you are.

Take care.

SAWx

troublethomas

Thank you all... feeling better today yesterday wasn't so good but not as bad as the previous. My GP is aware of my situation and I'm on medication. It does have terrible side effects but I try my best to take them regardless

judie

@troublethomas I am pleased you had the strength to reach out, I know it is not easy. Be proud of yourself.

quinceorange24

Hi, @troublethomas I'm glad you're alright, I was really worried about you because like I said I've been where you are and I it isn't easy but keep going.

Take good care of yourself.

SAWx

durhamjaide2001

I'm really pleased you are feeling better today and you have managed to reach out for some support.

colejames

Hi @troublethomas

Like others have said, we've all been in those sort of spaces. You said that on some days you are on top of it but yesterday was an aweful day. You didn't get up and leave because your kids were in the house. I'd suggest that even on an aweful day, you were still enough on top to think of your kids. It shows what a caring person you are and I am sure that you are loved in return.

This time of year can be especially hard for us because everyone is "meant to be happy" and, if we are struggling, there is only so much faking it that we can manage. I can't imagine how it is being around children. I'm lucky that I get to spend mine with found family who have all lived through similar experiences and so it isn't necessary to put up a front. I have to say that I admire you, I couldn't do it.

Like others have said, I know I have other groups and organisations locally as well as the Samaritans. I'm involved with some where I live. When you're in a better space try and check them out. There are lots of options from drop in coffee sessions, online sessions on various things/interests, crisis support etc. Reaching out is key, especially when we're in a better place, I say that because I know when I start spiralling, I start to close in on myself and I wouldn't reach out to somewhere new. I've found that can really help.

I hope you're still doing better and that it continues but never be afraid to reach out.