I am losing, don't think I can anymore

@unknowncutie I know exactly what I mean. Sometimes I feel like I want to cry and scream and die and sometimes I’m super happy and normal. you aren’t weird you’re human. these are all emotions you may experience more than other but that doesn’t make you weird. something that helps me is to write down everything I feel whenever I’m super happy and look back on it when I’m not so I know how I am at my best.

I am sorry that you are feeling those thoughts. So many of us have felt that way at points. Part of it is recognizing that you can't get behind on life's journey. Each one of us is too different and wonderfully unique to really compare. But it is hard because your brain wants to compare anyway.

Are you able to share how you are feeling with anyone?@unknowncutie

I understand sometimes I want scream because I feel so exhausted and I can't do anything about certain things, I have no choice because my kids depend on me and then that makes my feelings worse because I have to push through the pain, but I get back up for another day

Hey @unknowncutie,

I know that burning sensation in your chest, and I believe it sometimes is because of panic and anxiety. I had that happen to me when I started Solo Travelling and at first, I didn't know what it was because I had this sharp pain in my chest / upper abdomen area. But when I started to relax and just enjoy my time (basically stayed in my hotel room for a couple of days, go in-room services because I didn't want to go down to the restaurant, etc.), then I started feeling better. During this time, I was writing my journal and all the feelings I was having.

I totally think it helped me face what I was feeling, and part of it was being alone, from my family. I hadn't been separated like that from them before, for so many days, so I had the panic kick in, but when I started talking to myself and writing down those thoughts that I can do this, trust me! I enjoyed the time and actually took so many photos! I even learnt a few techniques for photography, and somehow managed to start conversations with strangers even... it's so not like me, but it happened! And I didn't have that pain / burning sensation again.

Please do try journaling if you can, and if not, then definitely write on here. There are so many good people here to help! I just chatted with one listener yesterday, and even though there weren't real solutions, it was good to have someone just listen to what's going on inside you without judgement.

I hope you feel better, and take things day by day! Much love ❤️

@unknowncutie

that burning sensation is most likely a physical reaction to anxiety, and it's nice to remember how anxiety isnt always rational and you are capable and exactly where you need to be. not everyone has to learn so much so fast, (which mental health struggles definitely do) and the fact that you are still fighting and doing your best is absolutely awe inspiring and people don't talk about how strong anyone with mental health struggles is enough. if anything, everyone else is behind you, because even though it's hard, you're learning more about yourself than a lot of people have figured out.

remember nothing is perfect, and nothing has to be. I'm proud of you :) reading your post and how you're still fighting despite the mental struggles really honestly gave me some peace because if someone else can fight, i can too

thank you :) I truly hope you stay

thank you for being here