The only support I have in this nightmare is my 22 year old daughter.
I’m divorced and single. My mental heath is in a really poor state, I’m awaiting a date for surgery.
I’m unable to eat, go out of the house, take care of the house and all I’m doing is sleeping
I’m continuously reaching out to my parents, brother, friends, telling them I’m lonely, and need support. And they’re all literally ignoring me. Apart from my dad who keeps shouting at me to pull myself together and he can’t be bothered with me when I’m crying
not one of my friends has asked me how I’m feeling.
I’ve literally never felt so alone in my life and if it wasn’t for my daughter, I don’t think I’d see the point of carrying on
all the mental health campaigns urge you to reach out - well I have, and not one person has responded.
Darling, whereabouts are you? Can you get out? Is there a Maggie's near you? Maggie's has been wonderful for me. The support line here is very good too. Have you looked at what else is available in your local area?
I know how you feel in one way, I feel very alone but I am not. I have my husband. I wish I could help more. Sending hugs
I'm sorry I have just replied and I think my reply went into Cyberspace but you might get 2 replies. I wondered if you could get out and if you were anywhere near a Maggie's centre. Maggies has been wonderful for me. There is also good support on this line from 8:00 in the morning until 8:00 in the evening or the Samaritans.
Also on this website you can find a what there is in your local area and see if you have anything there that would be of interest.
Have you tried PALS? It worked wonders for me. Hugs
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