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I've had enough!
I've had enough!
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#22 ·
First off, they bring you into this world without even asking if you're interested... then they act all heartbroken when you decide to check out because they don't want to deal with the grief.....
And you? You’re carving your own path... which is fine by me... just make sure those scars tell a story worth hearing... don't let them just be messy or mindless...
....some people get tattoos,
...others spend their lives cutting things up,
...some go chasing thrills,
...some try to manipulate everyone around them,
...some exist purely through the glow of an American TV sitcom,
...and others are just busy dreaming about fame, money, or finding "the one"........
...life really is a trip...
....it isn't quite toxic enough to actually take us out...
....but it's definitely toxic enough to make us sick of everything we see....
Look, I can handle just about anything thrown my way without being a total pushover... but I'm not going to lecture anyone else on how to live their life...
...though, maybe you might find it interesting if we traveled this road together.....
And you? You’re carving your own path... which is fine by me... just make sure those scars tell a story worth hearing... don't let them just be messy or mindless...
....some people get tattoos,
...others spend their lives cutting things up,
...some go chasing thrills,
...some try to manipulate everyone around them,
...some exist purely through the glow of an American TV sitcom,
...and others are just busy dreaming about fame, money, or finding "the one"........
...life really is a trip...
....it isn't quite toxic enough to actually take us out...
....but it's definitely toxic enough to make us sick of everything we see....
Look, I can handle just about anything thrown my way without being a total pushover... but I'm not going to lecture anyone else on how to live their life...
...though, maybe you might find it interesting if we traveled this road together.....
#23 ·
😢🙄
Yeah, you definitely need professional help...
I mean, obviously, assuming this isn't some kind of joke about cutting yourself and drinking way too much Bud Light.
It's an illness...
See a psychiatrist IMMEDIATELY. We can't help you here unless you decide to help yourself...
A psychiatrist... hurry...🙏
Paul Smith16 said:So... lately, I’ve been spiraling into a really dark place. I feel incredibly low, I can't stop crying, and I've been hurting myself—taking handfuls of pills just to numb out. I am truly, deeply sad... I want to stop this cycle, but I feel trapped, like it’s become an addiction I can't break. 😢... What's even worse is how much I seem to lean into this pain. It isn't right, and I know people call this behavior weak or cowardly... But honestly? I’m lost. I don't know what to do next. Please, if anyone has advice, I'm listening... Anything helps.
Yeah, you definitely need professional help...
I mean, obviously, assuming this isn't some kind of joke about cutting yourself and drinking way too much Bud Light.
It's an illness...
See a psychiatrist IMMEDIATELY. We can't help you here unless you decide to help yourself...
A psychiatrist... hurry...🙏
#24 ·
It’ll be a long shot finding a psychiatrist who actually buys into religious stuff. But, I'm keeping my fingers crossed.
They just need to open their eyes a little bit, okay? That's more than enough...
They just need to open their eyes a little bit, okay? That's more than enough...
#25 ·
crimsoncyclist14 said:If I were to offer any counsel at all, it would be this: perhaps you might consider ending your own life if you find the means to do so, a sentiment which, I must confess with some heavy-heartedness, I hold toward myself as well.☕
I suppose one could simply surrender to the sheer weight of existence, though I find myself wondering if such an act wouldn't be a trifle dramatic, even for someone as prone to melancholy as I am. 🙄😲☕
#26 ·
There isn't a single human struggle out there that doesn't have a solution!
To get started—and I mean really start—try shifting your mindset by changing how you talk to yourself. Instead of saying, "..but I don't think I can," try repeating, "I've got this!"
It’s pretty much impossible to move forward when you've already convinced yourself that everything is futile and doomed to fail!
Your words essentially shape your life—they become your grief and your pain. It’s incredibly important to pay attention to the phrases we loop in our heads. Some sentences act like anchors—they hold us back, keep us stuck in a funk, and trap us in self-pity. Others provide strength, motivation, and the drive to push through obstacles. Honestly, willpower alone won't help if you're leaving too much room for negative thoughts to take root!
Keep repeating positive affirmations and make intentional space for optimistic thinking—that's how you build a healthy sense of self!
For example:
"It's okay; things will work themselves out eventually. Tomorrow is going to be better. I'll find a way. What happened, happened..." Start doing this today—and if those negative thoughts try to creep in, just brush them aside. You'll see it actually works!
Good luck!
To get started—and I mean really start—try shifting your mindset by changing how you talk to yourself. Instead of saying, "..but I don't think I can," try repeating, "I've got this!"
It’s pretty much impossible to move forward when you've already convinced yourself that everything is futile and doomed to fail!
Your words essentially shape your life—they become your grief and your pain. It’s incredibly important to pay attention to the phrases we loop in our heads. Some sentences act like anchors—they hold us back, keep us stuck in a funk, and trap us in self-pity. Others provide strength, motivation, and the drive to push through obstacles. Honestly, willpower alone won't help if you're leaving too much room for negative thoughts to take root!
Keep repeating positive affirmations and make intentional space for optimistic thinking—that's how you build a healthy sense of self!
For example:
"It's okay; things will work themselves out eventually. Tomorrow is going to be better. I'll find a way. What happened, happened..." Start doing this today—and if those negative thoughts try to creep in, just brush them aside. You'll see it actually works!
Good luck!
#27 ·
Paul Smith16 said:So... lately, I’ve been spiraling into a really dark place. I feel incredibly low, I can't stop crying, and I've been hurting myself—taking handfuls of pills just to numb out. I am truly, deeply sad... I want to stop this cycle, but I feel trapped, like it’s become an addiction I can't break. 😢... What's even worse is how much I seem to lean into this pain. It isn't right, and I know people call this behavior weak or cowardly... But honestly? I’m lost. I don't know what to do next. Please, if anyone has advice, I'm listening... Anything helps.
I honestly don't know how to respond to you... though maybe it helps to know I'm in the exact same boat. I've felt this way for a long time, and unlike some people, I haven't had the "guts" to end it all. I just feel like a total failure. I'm just drifting through life while the world passes me by, feeling absolutely nothing—no joy, no excitement. We're stuck in a hole, and sometimes it feels like there's no way out.🤷
#28 ·
Yeah, shout out to all the snowflakes, Richard Moore53, and the rest of the clowns. Life is movement—it’s a constant process. People who lack the guts to deal with that just fall by the wayside. Having balls means tackling problems (most of which we manufacture ourselves anyway), and honestly, problems aren't some personal attack on your soul like most people think. They're just new processes that add a little dynamics to life. Look, if you actually know what your goals are, you can actually enjoy this whole process and find some meaning. People focused on a goal structure move forward; their quality of life shifts. But those obsessed with the problems? They just spin in circles or sink deeper. Based on the principle of unity, every single problem carries its own solution inside it. You just need to calm down and feel enough to admit the truth to yourself, no matter how much it sucks. Don't lie to yourself, don't run from who you are, and stop waiting for someone else to live your life for you. Take responsibility for your own existence, and you automatically gain power... the power to live a decent life and help others by simply setting the example. It's way easier to just chug tequila, pop a handful of pills, or go cutting veins and all that other garbage than it is to make your own life bearable, let alone actually good.
#29 ·
hiddenhawk3 said:Look, I honestly think life is just one big mess. I'm still here, though. Why? I guess I don't really know. 🙂 Most people are dealing with garbage, so they just keep grinding through it; I suppose you might as well too. If everyone else can handle the struggle, maybe you can. You're going to die eventually anyway. 😛
Maybe life throws you a curveball once in a while and something actually goes right, and I guess those tiny, rare moments make staying alive worth it. 🙂 But you won't ever know if you check out early. 🙂
edit: I wouldn't go out just to spite the people who don't like you or even hate you: why let them win when you could be the one left standing? Just be a little selfish for once and stop worrying about everyone else.🙂
That's my two cents.
The sports thing—don't be so pessimistic. It sounds like people talking who haven't actually tried anything yet...
#30 ·
Or maybe it’s just people who haven't actually tried doing things right, they've only ever done them poorly.
Go ahead then. Try convincing someone like that that there's even such a thing as doing it the right way.
Go ahead then. Try convincing someone like that that there's even such a thing as doing it the right way.
#31 ·
Your profile says you're eighteen, dealing with epilepsy, and your doctor claims your physical pain is "psychosomatic." Your parents' marriage is a mess, isn't it? At least, that's how it looks from here. I haven't scrutinized everything, but five minutes of scrolling through your profile reveals a litany of issues—including this "best friend" who calls you stupid, yet you're still completely infatuated with them.
On top of all that, you're constantly crying, you're depressed, and you're popping pills. What kind of pills are we talking about? Be careful with that, especially given your diagnosis.
Are you truly sure you enjoy the pain? To me, you look more like someone trying to drown it out. It's likely a byproduct of family stress, your epilepsy, and that disrespectful "friend" you consider so special. I assume there are even more pieces to this puzzle.
Based on what you've shared, the first step should be attempting to mitigate the suffering caused by these circumstances. Talk to your parents; tell them things aren't okay. Given your epilepsy diagnosis, doctors often recommend some form of psychological support. Tell that so-called friend to stop calling you names, or just walk away from the friendship entirely. Those could be your starting points. Once those are settled, maybe you'll have a clearer sense of where to go next.
On top of all that, you're constantly crying, you're depressed, and you're popping pills. What kind of pills are we talking about? Be careful with that, especially given your diagnosis.
Paul Smith16 said:So... lately, I’ve been spiraling into a really dark place. I feel incredibly low, I can't stop crying, and I've been hurting myself—taking handfuls of pills just to numb out. I am truly, deeply sad... I want to stop this cycle, but I feel trapped, like it’s become an addiction I can't break. 😢... What's even worse is how much I seem to lean into this pain. It isn't right, and I know people call this behavior weak or cowardly... But honestly? I’m lost. I don't know what to do next. Please, if anyone has advice, I'm listening... Anything helps.
Are you truly sure you enjoy the pain? To me, you look more like someone trying to drown it out. It's likely a byproduct of family stress, your epilepsy, and that disrespectful "friend" you consider so special. I assume there are even more pieces to this puzzle.
Based on what you've shared, the first step should be attempting to mitigate the suffering caused by these circumstances. Talk to your parents; tell them things aren't okay. Given your epilepsy diagnosis, doctors often recommend some form of psychological support. Tell that so-called friend to stop calling you names, or just walk away from the friendship entirely. Those could be your starting points. Once those are settled, maybe you'll have a clearer sense of where to go next.
#32 ·
Hey cupcake, I really hope you'll get back to us soon because we're starting to get a little worried about why you've gone quiet on us...
Look, nobody just decides to self-destruct for the fun of it... since you can clearly see there’s an issue and you're actually reaching out for help (which is obvious since you showed up here looking for advice), that is officially the first step toward building a better life.
Some people have already given you some killer advice, so honestly? Just treat your recovery like a project.
1. Assess the situation: take a good, hard look at yourself and your surroundings—figure out what’s making you sad, what’s hurting you, when exactly you start spiraling, and what specific factors are triggering those low points.
2. Isolate the negative triggers: once you realize which things are driving your bad moods, write them down on a piece of paper. For example:
- A friend keeps getting on my nerves by being insulting.
- I feel worthless because I'm struggling to keep up with things (like school, work, or my relationship).
- I'm sleeping too much, or staying up too late, or I just lack motivation, or I absolutely hate the winter weather.
3. Try to chip away at those factors. Don't try to fix everything at once, though; do it gradually. If you're feeling depressed, you probably don't have much willpower, and without willpower, you won't have the strength or drive to push through, so start with the tiny wins.
- Like, for instance, try waking up just an hour earlier, splashing some cold water on your face, and going for a thirty-minute walk around the neighborhood every other morning. You'll see that after a few weeks, you'll feel better because exercise boosts those "happy hormones" and helps your mental state, plus you'll be awake to catch an extra hour of daylight... it shortens that long period of darkness that drags us all into a funk.
4. Tackle the rest of your list one step at a time. You’ll be surprised at how much satisfaction you get from crossing things off—you're actually going to feel like you're winning.🙂
5. Once you've worked through that, go ahead and do something lovely for yourself to celebrate. Treat yourself! Or maybe sign up for that class you've always wanted to take. Listen to music, dance, pick up an instrument, try photography... maybe after a while, you'll find a creative outlet where you can channel those negative emotions outward instead of turning them against yourself or keeping them bottled up inside.
And please, keep checking in here so we can follow along with your journey and hopefully see you making progress...
Look, nobody just decides to self-destruct for the fun of it... since you can clearly see there’s an issue and you're actually reaching out for help (which is obvious since you showed up here looking for advice), that is officially the first step toward building a better life.
Some people have already given you some killer advice, so honestly? Just treat your recovery like a project.
1. Assess the situation: take a good, hard look at yourself and your surroundings—figure out what’s making you sad, what’s hurting you, when exactly you start spiraling, and what specific factors are triggering those low points.
2. Isolate the negative triggers: once you realize which things are driving your bad moods, write them down on a piece of paper. For example:
- A friend keeps getting on my nerves by being insulting.
- I feel worthless because I'm struggling to keep up with things (like school, work, or my relationship).
- I'm sleeping too much, or staying up too late, or I just lack motivation, or I absolutely hate the winter weather.
3. Try to chip away at those factors. Don't try to fix everything at once, though; do it gradually. If you're feeling depressed, you probably don't have much willpower, and without willpower, you won't have the strength or drive to push through, so start with the tiny wins.
- Like, for instance, try waking up just an hour earlier, splashing some cold water on your face, and going for a thirty-minute walk around the neighborhood every other morning. You'll see that after a few weeks, you'll feel better because exercise boosts those "happy hormones" and helps your mental state, plus you'll be awake to catch an extra hour of daylight... it shortens that long period of darkness that drags us all into a funk.
4. Tackle the rest of your list one step at a time. You’ll be surprised at how much satisfaction you get from crossing things off—you're actually going to feel like you're winning.🙂
5. Once you've worked through that, go ahead and do something lovely for yourself to celebrate. Treat yourself! Or maybe sign up for that class you've always wanted to take. Listen to music, dance, pick up an instrument, try photography... maybe after a while, you'll find a creative outlet where you can channel those negative emotions outward instead of turning them against yourself or keeping them bottled up inside.
And please, keep checking in here so we can follow along with your journey and hopefully see you making progress...
#33 ·
Samuel Davis16 said:Or maybe it’s just people who haven't actually tried doing things right, they've only ever done them poorly.
Go ahead then. Try convincing someone like that that there's even such a thing as doing it the right way.
I run into that exact scenario every single day. I put in the work, I pull my weight... then they do absolutely nothing, yet somehow I'm the bad guy.
#34 ·
What is wrong with you people? It’s like you all just landed from Mars today.😲
I honestly don't understand what kind of nonsense is weighing on you so heavily that you'd consider ending it all. By the time I was three, my father and grandmother had already passed away, and then my mother spent two years fighting cancer before she left us. I found myself completely alone by thirty, and even then, nothing felt quite that extreme. Sure, I feel miserable and lonely sometimes—of course I do—but life keeps moving. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger, or so they say.
I honestly don't understand what kind of nonsense is weighing on you so heavily that you'd consider ending it all. By the time I was three, my father and grandmother had already passed away, and then my mother spent two years fighting cancer before she left us. I found myself completely alone by thirty, and even then, nothing felt quite that extreme. Sure, I feel miserable and lonely sometimes—of course I do—but life keeps moving. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger, or so they say.
#35 ·
Zachary Howard2 said:What is wrong with you people? It’s like you all just landed from Mars today.😲
I honestly don't understand what kind of nonsense is weighing on you so heavily that you'd consider ending it all. By the time I was three, my father and grandmother had already passed away, and then my mother spent two years fighting cancer before she left us. I found myself completely alone by thirty, and even then, nothing felt quite that extreme. Sure, I feel miserable and lonely sometimes—of course I do—but life keeps moving. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger, or so they say.
Well, props to you for having that kind of grit.
Look, not everyone's built that way. Not everyone can handle the pressure.
Some people are just too thin-skinned. They’re so sensitive that even a mild word can trigger an insult, and honestly? They can't handle the reality of the life they've chosen.
When things go south, they go south hard. You hit a wall, and suddenly that light at the end of the tunnel feels like a total myth.
It’s only human nature to try and make things easier. But let's be real—I'm going to be blunt here.😁We’re all animals. We have these primal urges, and when they get too heavy, we look for an out. Even death—it becomes just another way to escape the pressure.
Look, if we don't want to end up dead, we need a plan. Even if we’re the ones who walked right into the line of fire—even if we caused the whole mess ourselves—you don't just stand there. You figure out an exit strategy first. Survival isn't about being right; it's about getting out alive.
My sentence is way too long, but here’s the gist: everyone finds it easier to grab a drink, get wasted, or even end it all than to actually face death, sickness, pain, loss, disappointment, or any kind of suffering.
And honestly, some people are actually going to end up killing themselves over this.
People slit their wrists, and most of them still make it through.
Why? If I actually wanted to end it all, it wouldn't be some deep philosophical debate. Trust me—I’d have pulled it off on the first try.
No corrections needed.
Everyone else is just struggling. They scream with headlines like that because they’re desperate for comfort, hope, or someone to actually listen.
I’m not trying to drag anyone's name through the mud. Honestly, I doubt she’d even go that far if she knew how—though she came pretty close. Still, I can't shake the feeling that someone out there actually knows why I'm here. There has to be a reason.
If I’m destined to suffer and die, then fine. Let it be me. Better me than my kid, my mother, or anyone else I actually give a damn about.
One reason is enough for me.
Man, if everyone were like me, we'd actually get things done.🙂
Hey.
#36 ·
Samuel Davis16,
I realize there are plenty of "sensitive" types out there, but quite frankly, I find it exhausting when people cling to trivial excuses—you know the drill: getting dumped, failing a midterm at State, some unrequited crush, and other such nonsense. It’s just nonsense. There are far more profound tragedies out there where people actually continue to live despite overwhelming grief and loss. For instance, my cousin lost not one, but two children, yet she keeps pushing forward and chooses to live rather than give up. I suspect a few people simply find life too easy, so they fail to appreciate how much they actually have.
I realize there are plenty of "sensitive" types out there, but quite frankly, I find it exhausting when people cling to trivial excuses—you know the drill: getting dumped, failing a midterm at State, some unrequited crush, and other such nonsense. It’s just nonsense. There are far more profound tragedies out there where people actually continue to live despite overwhelming grief and loss. For instance, my cousin lost not one, but two children, yet she keeps pushing forward and chooses to live rather than give up. I suspect a few people simply find life too easy, so they fail to appreciate how much they actually have.
#37 ·
Paul Smith16 said:So... lately, I’ve been spiraling into a really dark place. I feel incredibly low, I can't stop crying, and I've been hurting myself—taking handfuls of pills just to numb out. I am truly, deeply sad... I want to stop this cycle, but I feel trapped, like it’s become an addiction I can't break. 😢... What's even worse is how much I seem to lean into this pain. It isn't right, and I know people call this behavior weak or cowardly... But honestly? I’m lost. I don't know what to do next. Please, if anyone has advice, I'm listening... Anything helps.
Crying is fine. If you reach the point where you can't even shed a tear, that's when life is truly over and everything is broken. That part about enjoying the pain isn't good. I know from experience—that pain acts like a magnet. I started typing "run away from it," then deleted it and wrote this instead: FACE IT. GO STRAIGHT TOWARD IT.
#38 ·
Zachary Howard2;18511550 said:Samuel Davis16,
I get there are plenty of "sensitive" types out there, but listening to people whine about stupid stuff—like getting dumped, failing a midterm, or some unrequited crush nonsense—is total brain rot to me. I know people dealing with actual nightmares who are still breathing despite the agony. My cousin lost not one, but two kids, and she’s still pushing forward, choosing to live instead of checking out. In my book, a few
it isn't as trivial as you're making it sound.
I know what you're trying to say, but you just don't get it (which is fine, since you aren't built like that) regarding how people actually snap.
Your example is too clean; everyone has their own version of hell.
I'd probably kill myself too (though I won't) because my heart has been smashed into a million pieces for a million different reasons..
It wasn't a breakup or losing a spouse... but man, those things hurt, believe me.
Someone who's a bit more fragile and hit with bad luck? Yeah, they might end it.
It doesn't make it right in my eyes, and I wouldn't do it, but whatever—I get it.
#39 ·
Oh, come on guys, where are you all coming from? Let’s not get carried away with all that negativity—seriously, why dwell on such gloomy stuff when you could just head out somewhere and enjoy yourselves instead? It’s much better for the soul. I really don't think we should let those kinds of thoughts take root in our heads. Look, we all deal with our own share of headaches and setbacks—believe me, I know—but you just have to roll with the punches. Life is actually pretty wonderful if you can figure out how to navigate it and find your rhythm. Nothing in this world is ever just handed to you on a silver platter, right?
#40 ·
Zachary Howard2 said:What is wrong with you people? It’s like you all just landed from Mars today.😲
I honestly don't understand what kind of nonsense is weighing on you so heavily that you'd consider ending it all. By the time I was three, my father and grandmother had already passed away, and then my mother spent two years fighting cancer before she left us. I found myself completely alone by thirty, and even then, nothing felt quite that extreme. Sure, I feel miserable and lonely sometimes—of course I do—but life keeps moving. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger, or so they say.
We've been through it too, don't worry... and there's plenty more coming down the line...
and there isn't anyone to thank for it, either.
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