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by shatteredhopes
Thu Jun 09, 2011 1:05 am
Forum: Living with Depression and other Related Health Concerns
Topic: hi
Replies: 6
Views: 3576

I can so relate. I have basically given up and am barely existing, wishing for death to end my pain. The only thing I can tell you is, at one time there were things I cared about and they gave me motivation to keep going and help myself. Is there anything at all for which you have a passion or a per...
by shatteredhopes
Thu Jun 09, 2011 12:48 am
Forum: Your Story
Topic: lost
Replies: 8
Views: 4778

I was dumped by my therapist too, and its harsh when you realize that its just a job to some of them and some don't really care about you as a human being. Unfortunately, I've had some very very bad experiences with the mental health profession. So I totally understand your hesitancy to go in the ho...
by shatteredhopes
Tue Jun 07, 2011 11:13 am
Forum: Your Story
Topic: lost
Replies: 8
Views: 4778

I am worried that you are sobbing at work and not getting the recognition for your efforts...could it be that the depression is affecting your performance somewhat? I don't mean to scare you, I just had a thought about a drastic action you could take before quitting or losing your job that might hel...
by shatteredhopes
Mon Jun 06, 2011 8:09 pm
Forum: New Member Introductions
Topic: just joined today
Replies: 3
Views: 2200

I am so saddened to hear all you have been through, but your kids and your beloved husband are good reasons to hang on...love and family are priceless gifts. I didn't notice what country you are in, but have some suggestions. In the USA for instance, sometimes you can get free legal counseling. For ...
by shatteredhopes
Thu Jun 02, 2011 12:31 pm
Forum: Your Story
Topic: lost
Replies: 8
Views: 4778

First, I totally empathize with the sense time is running out to have a family. I am 48, and now that door is closed for me, but I have learned to accept it. Maybe you cannot have a family right now, but there are things you can do to have a sense of family and children in your life. For example, I ...
by shatteredhopes
Wed May 25, 2011 9:47 pm
Forum: Phobias
Topic: Fear
Replies: 6
Views: 9240

I am 48 years old and sleep with the light on. I used to be confident and now I am plagued with self doubt and am no longer comfortable around even people I know sometimes. I live alone and noises freak me out to. I hardly leave the house anymore. Just want you to know, you are not alone in such fea...
by shatteredhopes
Tue May 24, 2011 7:29 pm
Forum: New Member Introductions
Topic: hi and help please
Replies: 4
Views: 2612

Welcome to the forums! Congratulations on getting sober. As a recovering alcoholic myself, I know we sometimes slip into alcoholism trying to escape the way we feel and self-medicate emotional or mental disorders. Getting sober is a great first step, because in the long run it only makes the underly...
by shatteredhopes
Thu May 19, 2011 6:36 pm
Forum: New Member Introductions
Topic: hi
Replies: 3
Views: 2290

One other quick thing, do you get the newspaper or look at it online? Or are there any free newpapers that advertise local events? Sometimes I find out about free activities that way. Recently there's been something about an anxiety/depression support group that I'm hoping will work out for me. But ...
by shatteredhopes
Thu May 19, 2011 6:17 pm
Forum: New Member Introductions
Topic: hi
Replies: 3
Views: 2290

(((((((jain))))))))) I've spoken with you in chat and glad to see you have joined the forum. Please keep trying in chat, eventually you may find someone you connect with, I did but it took a long time. Do you have long distance on your phone or anyway to email or chat on line with friends who are fa...
by shatteredhopes
Mon May 16, 2011 2:48 pm
Forum: Profiles
Topic: update, its been a long time
Replies: 3
Views: 5219

((((((Sarapain))))))) I remember you and so glad you are doing better. Weren't you battling cancer? Anyway, one thing I've heard is that when are going through the most we sometimes don't allow ourselves to feel the full range of emotions and depth of pain because its so overwhelming and we need to ...
by shatteredhopes
Thu May 12, 2011 10:22 am
Forum: Your Story
Topic: my story
Replies: 4
Views: 2735

Oh ((((((((((Dustyman))))))))))) my heart goes out to you. I know well what it is to work hard for a dream and have your dream smashed to pieces and to feel lost and hopeless and life seem to spiral from there. How awful that you got laid off on top of everything, but hopefully this will be a chance...
by shatteredhopes
Fri May 06, 2011 3:38 pm
Forum: Your Story
Topic: My depression and obsession with the past, advice?
Replies: 2
Views: 2161

I have some suggestions for you from what I haved learned from my 12 step program and from therapy. First sit down and make a list of all the wrongs you have done to others, real or perceived. Add to it as you think of others over several days. Then take some time on how you would or will make 'amen...
by shatteredhopes
Fri May 06, 2011 3:09 pm
Forum: Your Story
Topic: my story (trigger)
Replies: 204
Views: 84616

((((((((((Obayan))))))))))))

I am so glad your family is stepping up at this point and surrounding you with love. You are loved here too, don't forget that, and we are here for you in anyway we can be.

My thoughts and prayers and with you my sister. Sending much much love your way.
by shatteredhopes
Mon Apr 18, 2011 8:20 pm
Forum: Your Story
Topic: Feel like im loosin it
Replies: 1
Views: 1684

Welcome to the site JohninIreland, this is a supportive family here. There is also a wonderful chatroom connected with the site if you would like to check it out. I don't know much about Ireland, but here in the USA if you are on disability/sickness benefits for depression/mental disorders, you can ...
by shatteredhopes
Wed Apr 13, 2011 4:09 pm
Forum: Profiles
Topic: So scared
Replies: 7
Views: 7026

I know it can be frustrating in the forums because you don't always get a quick response. ((((((Warmie))))))) is right, you can always check out the chatroom too because there are always people there and you may find someone you connect with who has been through something similar and often get a who...

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