need to not be alone
A lot of times I really need to be with someone. I don't have a support system and I deal with some pretty rough stuff. I see professional doctors, but they really aren't able to provide any sort of comfort for me. Most of the time, talking about these things makes me feel worse, too. What makes life work for me, what makes me able to go day to day feeling like it's worth it to keep going, is to just feel like I'm wanted and I'm with someone. I need to be with someone at least a couple times a week and there's nobody in my life who will be there with me. If any listener is willing to be around in this way, I'd love to get in touch sometime.
Hello! I'm so sorry to hear you're going through tough times right now. Thank you for coming to 7 cups and reaching out. There isa lot of listeners willing to offer ongoing support (me included), so I'm sure you'll be able to find someone! It might be a good idea to say what you're looking for, when messaging a new listener, so they can tell you right away what they can do for you. Best of luck! :)
It is a common thing to not want to be alone when going through stuff. Sometimes doctors don't know...that's why its called the practice or art of medicine. and counselors are hit or miss...they are people too and they just try to read us and figure out the best thing from what they know. for me, it has taken several counselors to find the right one and still isn't a perfect fit since she is far away. don't give up! my best support network is one friend who struggles are similar enough to mine; but i am aware that contacting her too much can be a burden, so i come here frequently. :) that's what this is here for :)
I would also suggest just finding things to do in life that give you fulfillment or finding people to be with, although depending on what you're going thru that can be stressful, so whatever works for you friend :)