Empty

I give and i give everything that I have in me, and now I'm just empty..... what else can I give? When I'm all used up.... then what?

[kenster1]

we dust ourselves down and go again.

[LifeIsThePitts]

Hello FragileMind. I don't know what your situation is beyond what you've posted, but I encourage you to read my post from this morning about Melody Beattie and Codependence. You sound like a caretaker and I think this info might be useful for you.

At the very least, Google "Codependence" and read about it. See if you can identify yourself in any of the symptoms and then see how you feel about how you're "feeling" right now and why you decided to make this post.😉🫂💞

[lastpetal]

Give to yourself what love, care, sympathy and kindness you give to others. Keep some or a lot if you like for yourself. You are your priority. For the moment, do not give to others or think about them.

[bethelbee]

Sounds like it's time to focus on yourself. My therapist always told me to nurture myself. Take a bubble bath, listen to music, meditate, take walk in the woods(or somewhere); be good to yourself. You're no good to anyone else if you are totally depleted. Do you have anyone you can talk to? A therapist, counselor, friend, family member? We're always here for support.

[Hidden in reply to bethelbee]

I was in therapy for 6 years, it helped with some things, but not enough progress for the length I was there, so I quit going.I have allot of triggers, from abusive relationships, childhood trauma, the list goes on....

Honestly, i can't stand to be alone, to the point, I'll settle for any amount of affection/attention.

[LazyXrayEyes2255]

Your mental health is important, take time for self care and rest. You deserve more

[Hidden]

Thank you!

[Arabianhorselover]

Can you possibly work with a therapist who specializes in Trauma?

[Hidden in reply to Arabianhorselover]

I did. My trauma responses have only gotten worse. My husband tries so hard, but it makes me feel like a burden.

[Arabianhorselover]

So sorry to hear that. He probably doesn't see you that way, and it may be hurting him that you do. I say this based on a lot of personal experience.