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In reply to the discussion: I feel so empty [View all]

SheltieLover

(59,647 posts)
4. Don't let them win, V!
Sat Mar 11, 2023, 01:38 AM
Mar 2023

If you're not getting therapy, please consider it.

Did docs at hospital put you on anti-depressants? If so, please be consistent with taking them. They can take a couple of weeks to work. And, while meds won't change any circumstances in your life, they can lift the fog of depression & reduce anxiety so you are able to think clearly, function, & begin enjoying your life again.

I know at one time, you talked about you & mom moving out of that red hellhole. Are you still considering that as a possibility? If not, maybe this is a good time to reconsider doing so. To a much more lgbtq-friendly place. MI just passed a bunch of Dem backed laws & Chicago is lgbtq friendly. They have a great Pride parade in June each year. There are many lgbtq recreational sports teams you could join, there is an lgbtq band you could be involved with. People travel from all over to get to take part in Pride there & just be with others of like mind & lifestyle.

And I'm sure there are other places you could move where you would fit in better & be happy!

One thing is certain, V: if you end your life, you will not have an opportunity to be happy.

We value you, V. I can only begin to imagine how horrid it is for you to live in that red helhole, but I can definitely imagine you living in a beautiful Blue bubble, a life filled with friends & laughter & joy!

I feel so empty [View all] vercetti2021 Mar 2023 OP
You are right, Vercetti Bayard Mar 2023 #1
I wish I had the words that would help Lifeafter70 Mar 2023 #2
Vercetti, you're here on planet earth at this time for a damn good reason PlanetBev Mar 2023 #3
Don't let them win, V! SheltieLover Mar 2023 #4
Shellie is right, V PlanetBev Mar 2023 #5
Thanks for validating my suggestion. SheltieLover Mar 2023 #6
move if u can. mopinko Mar 2023 #16
I wish I could take ignorance and lack of respect for your life by so called "christians" Stargazer99 Mar 2023 #7
I am so sorry Murphyb849 Mar 2023 #8
You need to find a place to volunteer where you'll be accepted. Giving applegrove Mar 2023 #9
it rly is the majority. mopinko Mar 2023 #17
My Oreo Sibling unweird Mar 2023 #10
Mental help Nerd 50 Mar 2023 #11
You matter, vercetti2021. democrank Mar 2023 #12
Don't conduct your life based on the hatefulness of others. Karadeniz Mar 2023 #13
Sending love ggma Mar 2023 #14
To be nobody but yourself... Hekate Mar 2023 #15
What a wonderful poem, Hekate. PlanetBev Mar 2023 #20
Thank you. I encountered it something like 60 years ago, & never forgot it... Hekate Mar 2023 #22
You got a friend in me. OldBaldy1701E Mar 2023 #18
Look for support groups wherever you can. PlanetBev Mar 2023 #19
My heart goes to you Duncanpup Mar 2023 #21
Hugs! Ms. Toad Mar 2023 #23
I missed this post and today specifically searched for something from you to see how you are. LoisB Mar 2023 #24
vercetti, I was thinking of you and sending you good vibes. I don't walk in your shoes but, you must debm55 Mar 2023 #25
No, I don't know what it's like to be trans hamsterjill Mar 2023 #26
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