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I am unable to assist anyone now. I am stepping back, from everyone (Original Post) irisblue Apr 2023 OP
Just take care of yourself and reach out if you need any help. RandySF Apr 2023 #1
I wish I had words to comfort you. We will be here waiting to hear from you when you're ready Deuxcents Apr 2023 #2
I am unable to assist any other a specific DUers. I fell into more then I can do irisblue Apr 2023 #3
What do you need that can be of help..even temporarily, if you'd like. Deuxcents Apr 2023 #4
I'm so sorry vercetti2021 Apr 2023 #5
Believe me, I understand. You must take care of yourself. Something I learned the hard way. LoisB Apr 2023 #6
This message was self-deleted by its author Ahna KneeMoose Apr 2023 #7
Sweet irisblue Cha Apr 2023 #8
... alwaysinasnit Apr 2023 #9
... pazzyanne Apr 2023 #10
Be well GPV Apr 2023 #11
You gotta take kozar Apr 2023 #12
Leave me be Koz. Do not text me call me again. Leave be me irisblue Apr 2023 #19
Oh dear! 2naSalit Apr 2023 #13
I had to block a DUer XanaDUer2 Apr 2023 #14
Take care of yourself. BlackSkimmer Apr 2023 #15
I'll never reach out again like that XanaDUer2 Apr 2023 #16
Yes, you're not the only one that's happened to, I'm sure. BlackSkimmer Apr 2023 #17
There are some posts at times that really scream for professional help. hamsterjill Apr 2023 #22
Irisblue, this is a REALLY healthy response. Well done. I hope you feel stronger soon. Scrivener7 Apr 2023 #18
+1000. BlackSkimmer Apr 2023 #21
. JudyM Apr 2023 #20
Wish you well irisblue. Love, Debbie debm55 Apr 2023 #23

Deuxcents

(19,665 posts)
2. I wish I had words to comfort you. We will be here waiting to hear from you when you're ready
Tue Apr 25, 2023, 12:46 AM
Apr 2023

Be good to yourself 🫶

irisblue

(34,244 posts)
3. I am unable to assist any other a specific DUers. I fell into more then I can do
Tue Apr 25, 2023, 12:50 AM
Apr 2023

I wish the best for others, but I cannot help him/others

Deuxcents

(19,665 posts)
4. What do you need that can be of help..even temporarily, if you'd like.
Tue Apr 25, 2023, 12:54 AM
Apr 2023

How are your kitties and are they with you?

Response to irisblue (Original post)

2naSalit

(92,635 posts)
13. Oh dear!
Tue Apr 25, 2023, 04:52 AM
Apr 2023

I don't know what happened but I hope that you can recover quickly. It's okay to stop and tend to your needs, you are not obliged to fix others' problems, even when you can see clear solutions. You might make suggestions but in many cases, altruism is a dangerous place.

You have put out great energy for someone and they seem to have drained you. Take the time and do what you need to recharge, we're here for you.

 

BlackSkimmer

(51,308 posts)
15. Take care of yourself.
Tue Apr 25, 2023, 06:47 AM
Apr 2023

Sometimes we try to help people who just turn around and take advantage of our good intentions. It can be very upsetting.

You're a good person, and you've done nothing but act with empathy and generosity.

 

BlackSkimmer

(51,308 posts)
17. Yes, you're not the only one that's happened to, I'm sure.
Tue Apr 25, 2023, 07:11 AM
Apr 2023

Last edited Wed Apr 26, 2023, 11:36 AM - Edit history (1)

I've had similar experiences.

Even one in which a poster insisted I answer his pms RIGHT FUCKING NOW, but I'd received no pms lol.

Later I did a little research and found I'd blocked him previously - for the same thing, odd messages.

hamsterjill

(15,503 posts)
22. There are some posts at times that really scream for professional help.
Wed Apr 26, 2023, 10:07 PM
Apr 2023

There have been a few that I’ve read and been really fearful for the poster. In situations like that, there’s no one on a message board who is qualified to offer help - even having the very BEST of intentions. Those people need solid, professional help.

I’ve refrained on several occasions because of that worry, and that’s sad in and of itself because it’s natural that we all want to help.

There is no excuse for any poster to send inappropriate PM’s, etc. and you were absolutely correct to block them.

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