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[LiberalLoner]

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[LoisB]

1. I believe there is always a point, sometimes we just don't know what it is. I hope your day

gets better and you have a peaceful sleep tonight.

[LiberalLoner]

2. Thank you so much for being so kind! 💙💙💙. I already feel better, now!

[LoisB]

7. I care.

[LiberalLoner]

20. Thank you so so much 💙💙💙💙

[Ocelot II]

3. There's always a point but sometimes we have to think about what it is.

I sometimes wonder if my purpose is just to serve as a warning to others.

[LiberalLoner]

19. That made me laugh, thank you! I was thinking, I used to have hopes and dreams and now I'm in the stage of my life

Where I am just trying to get to the next day.

💙💙💙💙

[Ocelot II]

26. I'm at that age, too, so now I just think about how I'll spend the next day or week

and try to find something I enjoy, even if it's just going for a walk or reading or watching Netflix. Hopes and dreams don't have to be long-term, and as such they are more fulfillable. Every day has at least a few good moments but sometimes it's hard to recognize when they happen. Hang in there.

[LiberalLoner]

35. Thank you so much....it helps to know I'm not alone. I think my anxiety about tomorrows mammogram was

Messing with my sleep last night and my mood.

Because you know, you get those thoughts of, what if the cancer has come back? And then you spiral from there. You start thinking what’s the point in anything, the cancer is probably going to come back, and we all die anyway.

[spooky3]

36. I hope the mammogram goes well and that you get good results. Sending positive vibes your way! nt

[LiberalLoner]

37. Thank you so so much! 💙💙💙💙

[LoisB]

30. LOL. The older I get, the more I think this is so true.

[kozar]

4. Why?

I wake that way, many days.
But the question, to your feelings are,
Why do you feel this way, get past the feeling, and address the issue.
Is it politics, is it money, is it family, etc
A general feeling, always, has a root cause
Your post sounds almost, suicidal.

Don't do it call me


Koz

[LiberalLoner]

18. Thank you so much...not suicidal, more like, why bother getting out of bed? Big losses the last couple of years,

Lots of people bullying me, feeling I will never be safe.

Had to go no contact with my entire extended family of origin because as it turned out, they were bullying me on-line.

My DH says, I am better off without them, and I know he is right, but it is still a loss, and i have yet to regain the feeling that I will be safe.

Then the whole thing with politics, my DH works within eyesight of the Capitol and I worry about terrorism because of the new forever war we are in.

It feels a bit overwhelming sometimes.

But I know I have to just put one foot in front of the other and do things. Just stay busy and stop living in my head so much.

I’m grateful for all of you here.

💙💙💙💙💙

[leftieNanner]

5. I get it.

I'm sorry you're struggling. But keep at it!

My daughter gave me a little sign that says:

"I have flying monkeys and I'm not afraid to use them."

It's over my kitchen sink. Reminds me to be fierce. We need you LiberalLoner!

[LiberalLoner]

17. Thank you so so much! I am feeling much better now, I will be okay. 💙💙💙💙

[justaprogressive]

6. Sorry you couldn't sleep...

Insomnia and I are of old acquaintance.

After nearly dying last year, I count every day upright and breathing as a good day.

Things that help me to get out of a funk.

A favorite novel
A delightful cool drink
A delicious meal
Music by a favorite artist
Calling an old friend/lover on the phone
Goto a park & feed the birds
Watch a Funny Movie Try "A Shot in the Dark" "It's a Mad Mad Mad World"
Do you play? Pick up that instrument (unless it's a piano)

Hope You Feel Better Soon...

[LiberalLoner]

16. Thank you so much, these are wonderful suggestions! I am feeling a little better just having gotten up and getting

Things done around the house. Cleaned and refilled the hummingbird feeder, put peanuts out for the birds, dusted and did some laundry, just this and that.

I was having a rough morning, one of those feelings of, why bother to get out of bed? Sometimes it’s a battle.

💙💙💙💙💙

[LiberalLoner]

21. P.S. I am glad you didn't die, I am so glad you are here! 💙💙💙💙

[justaprogressive]

23. good to hear

all of us need a lift sometimes...

[kozar]

8. Uhm folks,

Liberallonee is a great member, he's funny, he cares.
Read the fecking post, and your replies,
As someone who has witnessed suicide, get rid of suggestions for books good, etc
We need to find a way, to send emergency help, to him now!!
What city? Maybe callEarl, he should have payment records.
Folks, this post, is not general, this is a suicidal thought, put into reality.

[kozar]

9. After all,

It's posted in mental health forum!

[LiberalLoner]

12. I'm okay, not suicidal, but thank you. Was just having a bad morning, feeling low. Have been away from my iPad,

Trying to stay busy and distracted because I find being busy and active, sometimes helps me get out of a low mood.

I owe everyone here a lot of thanks, and replies.

I am very sorry to have worried people.

I’m okay now.

[LiberalLoner]

13. My feeling was, why bother trying to do art, why bother trying to keep the house clean, it will just

Get dirty again, what’s the point?

Not feeling suicidal, but feeling, I should not bother getting out of bed, if that makes sense?

And current events are weighing on me heavily too, as they are for all of us.

And on top of all that, I seem to be targeted by criminals that are sending me spam texts, which is annoying.

I feel as if whatever bullying group that has targeted me in recent years, will never go away, and I will never be safe.

[LiberalLoner]

15. Thank you for caring and saying I am great. Means a lot to me. 💙💙💙💙

[adam_vermont]

10. Depression suggestions

Not sure what the point is of some of the responses criticizing people's suggestions for someone in a bad place. As someone with depression, I can attest that you never know what is going to speak to you, and it's not like suggesting reading a good book is going to send you further over the edge.

LiberalLoner, Please know that other people care, even if we don't know you.

I would say a few things.

1. You won't feel this way forever, though it seems like it right now.
2. Get a little exercise -- it can change your brain chemistry, and will probably help you sleep tonight.
3. Do something for someone else -- it can change your perspective and get you out of your own head.

Much love,
Adam

[crosinski]

11. As someone with bipolar disorder

I’ve seen my share of depression, and I just wanted to recommend your suggestions. I know it’s hard to know or do these things while you are depressed, but they can help, at least for a little while.

[LiberalLoner]

14. Thank you so much, these are excellent suggestions. I have been staying busy cleaning my home, but I will also try

To exercise today, maybe a twenty minute treadmill session.

Thank you so much! 💙💙💙

[stillcool]

22. it's hard to sit with that shit

Things that help are to keep the engine from getting in on the action. Eat what your body likes you to eat, not what your emotions like. Go outside find a bird, a tree, anything to focus on. Take your mind elsewhere. Any kind of exercise you can do for as long or as short a time as you want. I know my on-line activities do not help. It's so hard to look away when there's so much going on, but the reality of now frees me from it all. The past is dead, the future isn't real but right now? Right now is it okay? A new thing I started is when I find myself roaming around in the past is I tell myself "I love you" to me. Somehow it interrupts the show and changes the path I'm on.

[LiberalLoner]

24. Those are great suggestions! I am going to go exercise now, and I will talk to myself while I exercise,

Give myself a pep talk. I’m also struggling after being bullied for years, well kind of for all my life, feeling I am good enough. Trying to break free from toxic shame that isn’t doing any good at all in my life.

Be here now. I love that phrase. I forget it too often. Today I will try to be here now. Thank you. 💙💙💙💙

[stillcool]

25. You sound so like me

I guess it's what we are taught, and believe, and are constantly reminded of ...by ourselves. Got to change the channel.

[LiberalLoner]

31. I love that visual, changing the channel, thank you! 💙💙💙

[Joinfortmill]

27. Tough times. Try to do something that makes you smile

2 Tylenol before bed will allow you to fall asleep. Been using it for those sleepless nights for years. Take care.

[LiberalLoner]

32. Thank you so much, that's a great suggestion! I might be having anxiety because I have my mammogram tomorrow,

Had cancer two years ago and now I’m scared each mammogram.

[Joinfortmill]

38. That I can understand.

My daughter just got a diagnosis. Left breast. Stage 1. She is having a double mastectomy in July. Sometimes it's more than I can bear, and I am not the one who has to face it. Her friend had Stage 3 or 4 breast cancer last year. They are both in their 50s. It seems the diagnosis of breast cancer is increasing. I pray for them every night. I will include you in my prayers. Not sure if it helps, but not sure it doesn't either.

[Duncanpup]

28. Hugs friend my DM is open to chat

Get shit off your chest if you want

[LiberalLoner]

33. Thank you so much!!! Very happy for hugs! 💙💙💙

[Diamond_Dog]

29. Hang in there LiberalLoner!!

Heaven knows the current events in the world don’t help our mental health. You are among like minded people here.

Im afraid all I can offer is a hug

[LiberalLoner]

34. Thank you so much, I love hugs! 💙💙💙

[malaise]

39. You made. DUer very happy

That is special.