In pain, in need
I am a distraught young girl and am plagued by horrific mental issues. But unfortunately, my forum posts are not receiving the comments and advices which I seriously need at this time. 0-3 comments except my first post, it's all I get. I don't know why. Unrequited love coupled with severe OCD often triggered by the former is gnawing at me and I need support.
My family is loving and affluent but zealously adheres to certain dogmas, and gets embarrassed when I tell them about my problems and do not allow me to resort to or even talk about therapy. So this is the only venting space I have got, and I really need support.
I don't know what ornamental prose do I need to get the requisite comments and advices; all I know is that I am suffering and I need support.
@Sanvee11
Hello, sweetie. I'm so sorry that you have to carry so much on your shoulders all alone. If you ever need to pour your heart out, my chat is always open for you. Just send me a message, and I'll reply when I have the time to give you my full attention. I've dealt with mild OCD myself, so maybe I can understand a little of what you're going through. Sending you love and strength❤️ You don't have to be alone in this 🌺❤️
@Yulianaxxp thank you so very much for your kind honeyed words. Will surely text you later. Thanks a ton.
@Sanvee11 hey I've been through some really dark times in terms of mental health and this site really helped me. I used to message listeners every day and if one wasn't supportive I'd wait for the next one and I'd share and whine endlessly till I felt consoled. This went on for a long time. God bless all those listeners who offered me a listening ear, sent me good energy and even some insights regarding my problems that helped me grow. Please be patient on your healing journey. Slowly you'll make progress. What is worrying you - you can share with us . Lots of love to you.. May you yet healthy soon
@Creamyyy thank you for your kind words.
Hi, how do you get to conclusion that you have an ocd?
@sweetMagic9915 because my symptoms match those of ocd. Intrusive uncomfortable thoughts followed by compulsive google searching and this cycle repeats, causing me immense mental anguish and hampering my productivity.
@Sanvee11 There is no such a diagnosis for adults, you just need to find way to use your time in productive way but searching interent and make yourself a diagnosis it's not going to help
@Sanvee11
Saw your post. I am brand new here and I've joined because I've lost my love of 20 years because I became unimportant to her and I'm having a very hard time dealing with this pending divorce....I feel for you as I suffer mental issues as well as you. OCD can be a big pain in the butt and I'm so sorry you don't seem to have the support from your family for getting help you desire. You described yourself as a young woman so I'm guessing too young to be able to leave home and make all your own decisions.... it's rough when affluent parents worry more about their public image than their children's needs. I'm probably babbling here but just want to assure you you've been heard and if you wanna talk in depth, I've been told I'm pretty good at listening without judging.
@MissingDonna hi yes I am 21 years old and looking for a job so yeah have to depend on my family as of now. My family loves and cares for me but they just don't understand that mental health issues too can have the intensity of a severe debilitating problem. "Rich kids woes" that's how people around me taunt my problems and I swear it sucks. There is such a huge stigma around seeking therapy in my milieu. But thanks a lot for your soothing words, I hope I will heal soon. Thank you for empathizing with me.
@Sanvee11
HI there I'm Mandy. I too have chronic pain. While I can't give you advice I'd be happy to talk with you.
@Mandyeaglelover thank you.
Hey sanvi
U can reach out to me also. I have struggled through ocd for a long time. I know how it feels.
Are u on some medication? Because u will need them also.
@neo27 no I am not on any medication. My family has a tradition of concealing mental illness so there are no such medications in my home. Thank you for your support though.
Sometimes people don't reply because posts can be full of overwhelming details, and we are not qualified to address serious mental health issues, and all we can do is listen. I saw someone in comments say they'd "fix you" and that's absolutely not what a listener here does. We are not trained or qualified to treat anyone.
Even therapists on 7 Cups can't provide services in a public community post.
But I am glad you are a part of the community and I'm sorry you are suffering.
@AlliopeCalliope thanks for the sympathy.
@Sanvee11 Commenting to hopefully boost your posts reach. Have you considered online therapy? I’ve found it to be a big help when I knew my parents would judge me or consider it unnecessary or say that I’m not relying on God enough. Not sure your situation but maybe that will help.
@prettybuzz the thing is online therapy needs money and although I am from a well-off family, I myself am jobless as of now and my parents would not allow me to spend their money on therapy. They will find it out and it will create a huge hullabaloo in our conservative home. So I don't have that option. Thank you for your goodwill though.
Girl just keep in mind your mental health is top priority like do whatever makes you happy try doing yoga for energy release and chest blockage I tried it and it helps to some extent another thing is try massaging your feet with coconut or almond oil before sleeping helps with anxiety talk to your friends of you can and do go for therapy if any chance
@easyPlane747 thank you for the suggestions. Actually I don't have any friends, I am a complete lonesome introvert, and therapy well...I am trying to get support through these forums and support groups and listeners, hope to heal as soon as is possible.
I wish good for you I know it sucks sometimes when others say I hope this I wish this cuz they don't really understand what one is going through...
Sometimes it's just a phase I don't really know but one thing I know is life is gonna be better maybe not just right now maybe later but it will be...
Hello there, thank you so much for joining us and trying to get better. I really appreciate your spirit and I respect your need of help. We really would love to hear about your problems. And also be a place Where you could talk out everything. Welcome. 😇
@lonesoul6981 thanks a lot for your compassionate words.