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[Sharrie]

I don't often come to this page but am really struggling. I have quite literally hit rock bottom and have nobody to turn to, my parents died a few years ago, only child and I had to have my dog, Patchy Boy, put down last week. I am drinking heavily, don't want to do anything even though I know I should. Is there a solution - can I get sorted??

[Thetealharp]

Hi, a first step was coming on here, next step phone a helpline so that they can give you information of where to find help in your local area. I know it sucks right now. But you have been brave coming on here and I'm proud of you for doing that.

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Sorry for the loss of your Parents, even loosing a dog can be very sad they become part of your Inner family and the love they show is so very wholesome.

Do you have any Relatives you can talk to, so you can discuss your loss. ?

We had a terrier before our Pax, He was a Pat Dog in a mental health day centre so the loss of this diamond was felt by many who attended the centre. When Pip died we spent several weeks touring Europe and the South of England. We then were offered a Collie Cross who is a real brainy animal. He goes everywhere with us and is a wonderful companion.

How old was Patchy Boy. ?. Pax has just turned nine and at this time it is far to hot outside for Him. We got Pax of the Dogs Trust, He was left tied up on an Irish Ferry at five weeks old.

You will get over your Dogs death, give yourself time and eventually you will be able to choose a new companion in the very near future.

Regards the loss of your Parents you may be feeling many different feelings you have been unable to come to terms with. Talk to your GP a Grief Councillor may help you get used your three losses.

It does get easier given time

Keep a hold

BOB

[Sasical]

Hi

I'm so sorry for all your loss.

Yes, there is a solution and you have already taken the first step towards it. As Bob suggested I would try grief counselling, it can maybe be one-to-one but I believe that groups are much better, there is something special about being amongst people who know and feel what you feel and it's also a way to meet people.

And when you feel ready you can address the drinking as alcohol is actually a depressor so it will only make you feel worse. I'm a recovered addict so I know what it is. Again there is plenty of help out there, all you have to do is take that first step.

I wish you all the best in going forward x

[bubble02]

Dear Sharrie I really feel for you i too have had similar situation, i am glad you have choose to come on here and there are many people who can give you support. It is not easy to cope with all these things on your own, please feel free to keep in touch and know that we care xx

[Sharrie in reply to bubble02]

I want to become normal but am numb, I know what I should do but I don't have anything left in me

[Annie_75]

You’ve reached out here, which is great. Take it a day at a time - see if you can get support locally and keep talking about how you’re feeling. If you’re so minded, AA is an incredible organisation and you would get help today. You may not feel that’s for you and that’s ok too. I wish you well - you are not on your own.

[Sharrie]

I can't thank all enough for the generosity and support you have given me xx