Isolating

[DogMom917]

I believe I’ve reached a breaking point, or teetering on the edge these days. I’m about a year out of an 8 year relationship with my last therapist and am in desperate need to get into a new one. I am burned out from work and the societal struggles of keeping everything running on my own. I have no real support and don’t trust anyone, because they don’t really seem to care or just let me down. I want people and support but I keep isolating more and more. I am desperately trying to do anything I can to make myself feel better or figure out what move I need to make.

I want so badly to get back to my true self who believes in the fundamental good in people and brings light out in others.

Really struggling, and not sure which way is up… Any thoughts or anyone relate?

[NinjaBroooke]

Hi DogMom917,

I love dogs too! I think being here to begin with is a step in the right direction. At least I feel it is for me anyway. I can relate to how hard it is to have to keep working, while struggling each day to even want to get out of bed, let alone face a large group of people in a stressful environment. One thing that kind of brings me peace is knowing that no situation is permanent. Life can change in an instant. Keep plugging along.

[DogMom917 in reply to NinjaBroooke]

Thank you, he is my reason to keep going!

I think I find myself just waiting for something to change, while also trying to take steps towards getting myself better. It’s just so exhausting doing it all alone. Thank you for listening ❤️

[Mpollo77]

Hi DogMom, I'm sorry to hear that you're struggling like you are. Your post is so very relatable. Sometimes it just helps to hear that. Isolating is a major problem for me. Sometimes I just don't have any energy left for anyone or anything else. Just getting through the work day (work is a huge stressor for me) or life in general, is sometimes the best I can do.

I found for myself getting back into talk therapy was very helpful. I've missed several appointments so it's been close to six weeks since I've gone, and I notice a huge decline in my mental health. I usually feel so much better after I go. Like connected to someone. Like not a hugely terrible person with all of these secrets deep inside.

I hope my reply helps you in some small way. I always find being noticed feels good. I hope this message helps you feel noticed and certainly not alone in the way that you feel.

[DogMom917 in reply to Mpollo77]

Hi thank you 😊

Yes, it definitely is mostly being heard that’s what we need the most in these times right? So I appreciate you very much!

[Excludite]

Dog mom here too. She’s the reason I’m still fighting. You are still healing. 8 years is a long time. Be patient and hopeful. You are not alone.

[Dolphin14]

DogMom917

I'm very sorry you are struggling.

Are you saying you haven't had therapy in a year but were in therapy eight years straight? That confused me a bit.

What did you learn from your therapy? What type of coping skills are still working?

🐬

[DogMom917 in reply to Dolphin14]

Yes that is what I’m saying.

[Dolphin14 in reply to DogMom917]

Thank you for clarifying. I hope you can find a new therapist soon.

In the mean time we are here to support you

[DogMom917 in reply to Dolphin14]

Thank you. I was finally booked with one today for next week 🥳

[Dolphin14 in reply to DogMom917]

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