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Forum: General Health July 28th 2025, 09:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 22
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Weight loss support

I don’t think a lot of people here have been on it but a friend of mine has been on it for a while and has lost weight. He’s found he has to eat smaller meals throughout the day sometimes versus all...
Forum: Sex and Puberty July 27th 2025, 09:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 58
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: FEELINGS AFTER EXPERIMENTING

Hey,

This is a complicated situation to be in for sure!

Experimentation with sexual activity is definitely normal, although boundaries do have to be set so everyone knows what’s agreed upon and...
Forum: Current Events and Debates July 26th 2025, 11:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 46
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Ozzy Osbourne has died

He was just touring not too long ago too so this was shocking.
Forum: Current Events and Debates July 24th 2025, 10:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 61
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Hulk Hogan has died Age 71

So many deaths this week! How unfortunate.
Forum: Depression and Suicide July 24th 2025, 03:07 PM
Replies: 2
Triggering (Suicide): I need out
Views: 30
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: I need out

I know you don't want to end up in the ER, but telling is important. Your family would rather have you alive and receiving help, even if it's from a hospital, versus having a dead child. You're...
Forum: Mental Health July 24th 2025, 03:04 PM
Replies: 6
Triggering: Change of mindset
Views: 42
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Change of mindset

It doesn’t mean it has to be the end of everything! The fact you had hopeful thoughts at all shows there’s something to work towards.
Forum: Mental Health July 24th 2025, 12:06 AM
Replies: 6
Triggering: Change of mindset
Views: 42
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Change of mindset

This sounds great! It’s definitely good to do things for your own health in a non disordered way. I hope all goes well.
Forum: Self Harm July 22nd 2025, 03:48 PM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Self harm free!

2 months and 22 days.
Forum: Self Harm July 22nd 2025, 03:47 PM
Replies: 3
Triggering (SH): sh vent
Views: 30
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: sh vent

9 days safe is fantastic and you shouldn't discount that progress just because you had a relapse. Be proud of yourself and even reward yourself if you can!

I think it's worth telling your...
Forum: Current Events and Debates July 22nd 2025, 03:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 67
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: I would rather illegal aliens move to Florida than any more New Yorkers

I'm moving this to Current Events & Debates because I think it fits better there. :)

I think it's a New England thing in general for people to have summer homes up here and winter homes in Florida...
Forum: Pregnancy and Childcare July 21st 2025, 05:15 PM
Replies: 1
Triggering (Abuse): Is my girlfriend pregnant?
Views: 46
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Is my girlfriend pregnant?

It doesn't sound super likely that she is pregnant if most of the time you don't penetrate and when you do, you use a condom. I wouldn't necessarily trust wiping off your penis in place of a condom,...
Forum: Rape and Abuse July 18th 2025, 10:58 PM
Replies: 1
Triggering (Abuse): family
Views: 48
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: family

You’re not overreacting. Your parents doing this to you is traumatic no matter when it happened or how severe it is. It can cause a lot of damage mentally.

If they ever do it again I’d take...
Forum: Self Expression July 18th 2025, 03:57 PM
Replies: 3
Triggering: no title.
Views: 43
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: no title.

This is so well written! I love the emotion.
Forum: LGBTQ+, Sexuality and Gender Identity July 17th 2025, 05:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 88
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Confusion

Not to confuse you more, but romantic and sexual attraction can be different! That means you can be romantically attracted to a woman without being sexually attracted to her. For example, if you're...
Forum: Eating Disorders July 16th 2025, 03:25 PM
Replies: 2
Triggering (ED): Ed vent
Views: 43
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Ed vent

Since your clinician thinks you have bulimia I want to say how proud I am that you spoke up and told someone. Do you think you and your clinician can come up with ways to make sure you eat and...
Forum: Self Expression July 15th 2025, 03:45 PM
Replies: 28
Triggering: Rae's poems.
Views: 318
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Rae's poems.

I think a lot of people can relate to this one. Growing up like that is hard.
Forum: Mental Health July 15th 2025, 12:02 AM
Replies: 6
Triggering: Catcalling incident
Views: 53
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Catcalling incident

I’m not sure how things are set up where you are but perhaps you can ask staff if you can be set up in a different room/area if you see him in the future and just let them know he has harassed you in...
Forum: Mental Health July 14th 2025, 08:58 PM
Replies: 6
Triggering: Catcalling incident
Views: 53
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Catcalling incident

I think catcalling is verbal if I remember correctly, but what he was doing was sexual harassment because the eyebrow flashing seemed to be sexual in nature. That's so creepy, and I'm sorry that...
Forum: Games and Things July 14th 2025, 08:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 62
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Forum: Self Harm July 14th 2025, 12:33 PM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Self harm free!

2 moths and 2 weeks.
Forum: General Health July 13th 2025, 10:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 59
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: low blood pressure

I’d 100% talk to your provider about this especially because you’re getting lightheaded and need to sit down. Tell them the blood pressures you had in the hospital. If you have a blood pressure...
Forum: LGBTQ+, Sexuality and Gender Identity July 13th 2025, 06:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 37
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: telling people

I think it's important to be honest, even though it's hard. Maybe you can say, "I know this may be confusing, but I have been doing some thinking and have determined that she/her and my birth name,...
Forum: General July 13th 2025, 06:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 66
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: What do you like or love about Teenhelp? 😀

I enjoy meeting new people and chatting with them.
Forum: General July 13th 2025, 06:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 57
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Why did you join Teenhelp? 😀

My friend told me about it and I was going through some struggles so I decided to check it out!
Forum: General July 13th 2025, 06:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 46
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: When did you join TeenHelp? 😀

November 15, 2010. Almost fifteen years! D:
Forum: Games and Things July 13th 2025, 06:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 62
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Forum: Sex and Puberty July 13th 2025, 06:41 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,691
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Forum: Anxiety and Stress July 12th 2025, 08:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 102
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: DUI: feeling pretty hopeless

This definitely isn’t an ideal situation and I’m sorry you’re going through it, but I can’t say the consequences weren’t deserved. They fit the situation. Drinking and driving is incredibly dangerous...
Forum: Mental Health July 12th 2025, 08:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 79
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: hallucinations pt. 2

There are definitely diagnoses doctors don’t like giving to young people. Definitely try to at least keep track of your symptoms and how they do or don’t change or how they impact you so you can be...
Forum: Mental Health July 11th 2025, 08:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 79
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: hallucinations pt. 2

That's great! Maybe you can write down any questions or concerns you have before you go to your appointment because then you won't forget anything that you want to know. I know sometimes when I go...
Forum: Mental Health July 11th 2025, 04:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 79
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: hallucinations pt. 2

Knowing they are trauma related is a good start. Do you have a therapist or doctor outside the hospital who you can talk to to gain a better understanding? Sometimes the hospital does a good job at...
Forum: LGBTQ+, Sexuality and Gender Identity July 11th 2025, 04:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 56
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: gender + sexuality confusion

Hey,

I definitely understand how hard it is to question your sexuality and gender identity. I've definitely been there and know it's a long process.

Unfortunately it's not up to me to decide...
Forum: Self Harm July 8th 2025, 02:46 PM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Self harm free!

2 months and 8 days.
Forum: Adulting July 7th 2025, 04:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 94
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Anyone else hate blue laws?

I wouldn’t say I HATE it but I do think it’s super outdated. I don’t feel like there’s a need for it.
Forum: LGBTQ+, Sexuality and Gender Identity July 1st 2025, 04:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 54
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: confused

Hey,

Discovering your sexuality can definitely be confusing! Like you, I didn’t figure out my sexuality until later on. I bounced between labels until my freshman year of college when I discovered...
Forum: Friends and Family July 1st 2025, 02:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 82
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Man, This Is Crazy

Is your mom paying for your college? If not you should take animation anyway since it’s what your passion is. It may also be a good idea to develop a portfolio and look to see if there are any grants...
Forum: Games and Things July 1st 2025, 02:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 82
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Summer ABC game

Aquarium visiting
Forum: General July 1st 2025, 02:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 46
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Summer

Staying in my air conditioned bedroom :nosweat:
Forum: General July 1st 2025, 02:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 50
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Garden

I’ve never done one. My dad said it’s too late to start a veggie garden this year so maybe next year!
Forum: Self Harm June 30th 2025, 09:51 PM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Self harm free!

Two months today.
Forum: Depression and Suicide June 18th 2025, 06:57 PM
Replies: 2
Triggering (SH): Hey gang
Views: 104
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Hey gang

I'm definitely a master at self sabotage too so I get that.

One thing that helps me is opposite action. It's exactly what it sounds like, you do the opposite of what your urge is telling you to...
Forum: General June 18th 2025, 06:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 99
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Beach

There might be issues with you two being minors, depending on the laws in your area. It may or may not be illegal for them to see you nude, but that depends on the rules for your location.

As far...
Forum: Depression and Suicide June 15th 2025, 07:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 78
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: suicidal ideation vent

Hey,

I'm sorry you're going through that but it's great that you were honest with people about what was going on.

I will say that trying to kill yourself in a hospital is hard. If they catch...
Forum: Mental Health June 12th 2025, 02:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 164
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Hallucinations + paranoia

The thing about psych meds in general is that they're not one size fits all, unfortunately. I've been on three antipsychotics at different times because they can also be used in bipolar patients, and...
Forum: Mental Health June 11th 2025, 08:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 164
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Hallucinations + paranoia

I’m sorry you’re going through this!
For the hallucinations that you’re not sure are real or not, I’ve heard of people taking pictures of their surroundings. If the thing you’re hallucinating isn’t...
Forum: Self Harm June 10th 2025, 11:13 PM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Self harm free!

1 month and 10 days.
Forum: Why Me? June 7th 2025, 05:00 PM
Replies: 8
Triggering: Overwhelmed
Views: 159
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Overwhelmed

That's SO much to have going on. No wonder your mental health has taken a hit.

Are you able to apply around to other school jobs that pay better or at the very least are closer to you so you don't...
Forum: Sex and Puberty June 7th 2025, 04:58 PM
Replies: 8
Male Advice Preferred: doctor's visit soon - help 0_o
Views: 330
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: doctor's visit soon - help 0_o

While I don't own a penis/testicles, I have had doctor's appointments from the vagina side of things and get that they can make a person nervous.

I'd start out by writing down everything you want...
Forum: Anxiety and Stress June 6th 2025, 10:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 236
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Panic Attacks

I'm so glad this teacher understood you and that there was a solution! It sounds like she is a great support system for you so I strongly encourage you to continue to talk to her about what's going...
Forum: Food and Recipes June 6th 2025, 12:36 AM
Replies: 1,289
Views: 66,464
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: What are you eating and/or drinking?

A can of Coke that says "Share a Coke with your Friend." So I'll share with you all!
Forum: Mental Health June 4th 2025, 06:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 204
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: BPD havers where art thou

Seconding Frankie’s DBT comment! I’m the most stable I ever am when I’m doing DBT.
Forum: General June 3rd 2025, 07:01 PM
Replies: 3
Poll: Picnics
Views: 161
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Picnics

My family used to have picnics all the time and it was nice. I went to an event a few weeks back where everyone brought garlic bread to the park and we ate it.
Forum: General June 3rd 2025, 07:00 PM
Replies: 3
Poll: Camping
Views: 134
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Camping

I don’t know if I’d like camping if I was in a tent, but maybe an RV.
Forum: General June 3rd 2025, 07:00 PM
Replies: 3
Poll: Hammocks
Views: 146
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Hammocks

I’ve never used one but I’d love to try!
Forum: Music June 1st 2025, 10:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 201
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Dream Theatre!!! :3

Thanks for the recommendation!
Forum: Mental Health June 1st 2025, 10:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 204
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: BPD havers where art thou

I do feel like it’s inaccurate. There’s more to the diagnosis than just self harm. I don’t have a lot of the relationship struggles that come with BPD for instance.
Forum: Arrivals and Departures June 1st 2025, 10:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 222
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Hello everyone!

Welcome! Thanks for offering support. I hope you like it here!
Forum: Arrivals and Departures June 1st 2025, 10:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 244
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: hello

Welcome! I hope you find what you’re looking for here.
Forum: Mental Health June 1st 2025, 03:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 204
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: BPD havers where art thou

I *technically* was diagnosed with BPD by an old prescriber, but I'm trying to fight it. I was also diagnosed with Bipolar II and I think all my symptoms can be explained by that and anxiety. She...
Forum: Current Events and Debates June 1st 2025, 03:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 324
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: [GER/DEU] Ich habe Angst vor der AfD ;-;

I don't think there are a lot of people that I've seen from Germany here, but you're welcome to try! I ran your text through translate and it sounds like it's a pretty scary situation! It's scary...
Forum: General May 30th 2025, 09:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 189
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Does TapaTalk not work?

I just tried and it's not showing for me either, so it's not just you!
Forum: Education and Careers May 30th 2025, 08:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 193
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: field trip

Six Flags is pretty exciting! I hope you have fun there even though you have a chaperone. It sounds like the chaperone is pretty relaxed so as long as you are safe he shouldn’t bother you too much. ...
Forum: Relationships and Dating May 30th 2025, 08:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 164
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: ex boyfriend

Honestly this relationship doesn’t seem healthy so I’d block him if possible. If blocking isn’t an option I’d at least ignore his messages until he gets the hint. His response to you breaking up with...
Forum: Self Harm May 30th 2025, 01:25 AM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Self harm free!

29 days. I'm not sure how long it'll last but yay.
Forum: LGBTQ+, Sexuality and Gender Identity May 30th 2025, 01:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 190
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: sexuality??

To me it sounds like you are a lesbian. I know you said you've dated men in the past, but it sounds like you had no attraction to any of them, so it doesn't sound like you're attracted to men in...
Forum: Why Me? May 27th 2025, 07:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 240
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: I no longer shop at Walmart

I’m moving this to “Why Me?” Because it seems like a better fit there.
You definitely raised a lot of good points there. I’m glad you at least have options on where to do your business so you’re...
Forum: Friends and Family May 27th 2025, 07:18 PM
Replies: 5
Triggering: Dads health scare...
Views: 185
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Dads health scare...

This is 100% a new trauma and I’m so sorry it happened to you. That’s so scary to witness. My dad has had a lot of medical problems as well so I get that it can really mess a person up. Is there...
Forum: Arrivals and Departures May 27th 2025, 07:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 231
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Hello!

Hey Yuna! I bet you’ll fit right in.
Forum: Arrivals and Departures May 27th 2025, 07:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 229
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: allo ^w^

Welcome to the site! What’s Schülerpraktikum?
Forum: Friends and Family May 26th 2025, 10:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 291
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: A Series of Graphic Health Incidents. Strong language.

I think you’re very justified. Going through what you are can be very traumatic and can affect every area of your life. There’s no “bad enough” for therapy. J think everyone can benefit from therapy...
Forum: Why Me? May 25th 2025, 09:11 PM
Replies: 3
Triggering (Abuse): why the fuck?
Views: 139
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: why the fuck?

You don't deserve what happened to you, especially at ten years old. I answered your other thread so I won't repeat myself, but remember that you are safe now. :hug:
Forum: Friends and Family May 25th 2025, 09:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 291
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: A Series of Graphic Health Incidents. Strong language.

I'm sorry that this is happening. This is a super scary situation to be in. I've had parents with health conditions such as cancer and COPD, and it's hard to watch them go through that.

It might...
Forum: Anxiety and Stress May 25th 2025, 09:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 180
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: positive anxiety?

Yeah, that's definitely a policy at a lot of schools. Some have a blanket "no gift" policy and others have a "no gift that costs more than $x" policy. Maybe next time you can try and make her just...
Forum: Mental Health May 25th 2025, 09:04 PM
Replies: 5
Triggering: PTSD
Views: 196
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: PTSD

I'm so sorry that this teacher did that to you. Remember that it is not your fault that this happened. It's all on him, and he is not a good person for doing this to you. I'm also sorry that the...
Forum: Friends and Family May 22nd 2025, 12:52 AM
Replies: 4
Triggering: my grandmother and I
Views: 166
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: my grandmother and I

I’m so sorry you’re going through this!

Do you think before you get to the point of physical violence you can leave the room and come back when you’re ready and able to have a conversation? It’s...
Forum: Arrivals and Departures May 21st 2025, 12:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 235
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Hello!

Welcome! I hope you find what you are looking for here.
Forum: Sex and Puberty May 21st 2025, 12:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 246
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: why am i so flat?

Hi,

I'm sorry that you're going through teasing about your chest. Is there anyone you can talk to about this such as a trusted teacher, school nurse, or other adult in your life? They might be...
Forum: Self Expression May 19th 2025, 11:04 PM
Replies: 28
Triggering: Rae's poems.
Views: 318
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Rae's poems.

This is definitely relatable for a lot of people.
Forum: LGBTQ+, Sexuality and Gender Identity May 19th 2025, 10:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 156
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: came out!

I'm so proud of you for coming out to your mom and I am also super glad that she was supportive of you! It's definitely an amazing feeling to have the support of your loved ones.
Forum: General May 19th 2025, 10:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 184
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: annoying people

Ugh, it's so awful when landlords are like that. There are some that actually care and others that are definitely in it for the money and don't actually care about the people that they are renting...
Forum: Friends and Family May 18th 2025, 08:24 PM
Replies: 6
Triggering: My father
Views: 215
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: My father

What you wear may be a case of picking and choosing your battles and listening to their house, their rules. My parents didn’t let me wear things like low cut tops or too short shorts either. Parents...
Forum: Current Events and Debates May 16th 2025, 12:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 262
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Possible life identified on distant exoplanet

That's so cool! I'd love to see what comes of this.
Forum: Depression and Suicide May 14th 2025, 08:33 PM
Replies: 5
Triggering (Suicide): writing the notes?
Views: 238
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: writing the notes?

Hey,

I know it's hard to go to the hospital but I am proud of you that you told someone about what was going on. I think the fact that you are normally honest with people about how you are feeling...
Forum: Good Days! May 9th 2025, 06:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 143
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: How to eliminate various infestations

Definitely is a good day for you that you eliminated a fruit flu infestation! I’m dealing with one between the guinea pig room (I know the source) and the bathroom so I gotta work on it.
Forum: Chit-Chat May 9th 2025, 01:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 215
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Anyone know how to circumvent a permanent reddit ban?

I don't know if there's much you can try besides what you have already listed, especially if it's a ban for something serious. I don't think we can really suggest ways to circumvent a ban, especially...
Forum: Eating Disorders May 8th 2025, 11:55 PM
Replies: 4
Triggering: Ed relapse
Views: 180
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Ed relapse

Hey,

I'm sorry to hear that you are struggling. Relapse is part of the recovery process, and just because you are having a hard time doesn't mean that you have undone the progress that you have...
Forum: Mental Health May 8th 2025, 08:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 180
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Psychiatrist going on maternity leave

Ugh, that sucks. Your temporary nurse might be able to access the notes of the one that is going on maternity leave, or you can request that she is able to see them. That way she knows what your...
Forum: Relationships and Dating May 5th 2025, 12:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 238
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: A boy I like

I think it would be okay to outright tell him. You can say “hey, I’ve liked spending time with you lately and I would love to go out with you/date.” You definitely can say it’s okay if he’s not...
Forum: Rape and Abuse May 4th 2025, 10:33 PM
Replies: 4
Triggering: SA questions
Views: 224
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: SA questions

The absence of a no does not make it a yes. Just because he is your boyfriend doesn't mean he has the right to kiss you or touch you without your consent. Consent involves a clear, enthusiastic yes....
Forum: Music May 1st 2025, 07:52 PM
Replies: 12,134
Views: 646,696
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Re: Song/Quote of the day!

summer depression - girl in red
Forum: General May 1st 2025, 07:49 PM
Replies: 3
Poll: Bike riding.
Views: 197
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Bike riding.

I don't know how to ride a bike. :nosweat:
Forum: General May 1st 2025, 07:49 PM
Replies: 5
Poll: Museum
Views: 200
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Re: Museum

I haven't been in a while but I do like them. There's a museum in Philadelphia called the Mutter and it's a medical museum. I want to go back so bad!
Forum: Food and Recipes May 1st 2025, 07:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 171
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Barbecue food.

I like things like grilled chicken, grilled corn, grilled potatoes, and things like that.
Forum: Self Harm April 29th 2025, 10:54 PM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Self harm free!

Zero again. I’m flipping out.
Forum: Self Expression April 29th 2025, 07:08 PM
Replies: 5
Triggering: Stories
Views: 185
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Stories

I can't wait to read more from you!
Forum: Anxiety and Stress April 29th 2025, 07:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 173
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Anxiety attack vs. Panic attack

Thanks for differentiating for people! I definitely get tons of anxiety attacks.
Forum: Arrivals and Departures April 28th 2025, 07:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 216
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Hi im new

Welcome Krista! That’s a pretty name.
Forum: Self Harm April 27th 2025, 02:55 AM
Replies: 6
Triggering (SH): self-harm..?
Views: 198
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: self-harm..?

It's great that you're going to tell your parents! Be honest about all of the things he is doing and saying, such as physically grabbing you or pushing you. They probably will be able to help you get...
Forum: Relationships and Dating April 27th 2025, 02:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 248
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Re: puppy love turned toxic

Grabbing you and pushing you is not okay. Definitely try to get out now before it escalates any farther. You may not think someone is capable of doing worse, but then it happens anyway. It's...
Forum: Home Life, Raising Kids and Managing Money April 26th 2025, 11:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 186
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Re: Not sure if the right place but I need some leak detection advice!

I’m from the US but I thought Belfast is pretty big. What I see people do a lot is post on social media that they are looking for a specialist to come out and give them a quote for how much it will...
Forum: Music April 26th 2025, 07:22 PM
Replies: 824
Views: 29,291
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: What are you listening to?

i'll die anyway. - girl in red
Forum: Self Harm April 26th 2025, 07:02 PM
Replies: 6
Triggering (SH): self-harm..?
Views: 198
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: self-harm..?

It definitely is a manipulation tactic. He should love you for who you are, whether you are a woman or not. If he's not willing to accept who you are, he's not worth it.
Forum: Relationships and Dating April 26th 2025, 07:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 248
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: puppy love turned toxic

The sweatshirts aren't as important as your safety. I'm worried that the "if you leave me" will escalate into him threatening to harm himself if you leave, and I want to say that if this happens it...
Forum: Arrivals and Departures April 26th 2025, 07:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 226
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Introduction ໒꒱

Welcome! I'm glad you introduced yourself. I think we will get along great.
Forum: Self Harm April 26th 2025, 01:55 AM
Replies: 6
Triggering (SH): self-harm..?
Views: 198
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: self-harm..?

Hey,

I'm sorry you're going through all of this.

First, I want to say that I don't think you, or anyone else, is too sick to recover. It does take time and it definitely takes a lot of effort,...
Forum: Relationships and Dating April 26th 2025, 01:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 248
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: puppy love turned toxic

You may have never seen this side of him before, but that's not to say that he won't do it again or won't escalate. That's why I strongly encourage you to talk to someone (such as your...
Forum: Depression and Suicide April 26th 2025, 01:06 AM
Replies: 2
Triggering (Suicide): Ready to do it
Views: 181
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Ready to do it

Hey,

I'm sorry to hear that you are going through this right now. I've definitely been in your shoes with things in life feeling daunting, and it's super hard to come out of.

Do you think...
Forum: Relationships and Dating April 26th 2025, 12:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 248
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: puppy love turned toxic

I think you need to break ties with this guy before it gets worse. While I don't often suggest people cut all contact with a partner without explaining anything, I think in this case it would be the...
Forum: Anxiety and Stress April 26th 2025, 12:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 183
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: School anxiety

I totally get what you mean about not being able to answer when you're in a state like that.

It's great that this teacher asked if you wanted to talk though, and I'm wondering if you two would...
Forum: Self Harm April 23rd 2025, 09:36 PM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Self harm free!

Back to zero.
Forum: Anxiety and Stress April 20th 2025, 01:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 216
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Stress Awareness Month

Right now some medical things and disability renewal are stressing me out and I’m not dealing in healthy ways. Using picky pads or ice packs helps to ground me.
Forum: Rape and Abuse April 19th 2025, 10:10 PM
Replies: 3
Triggering (Abuse): Struggling with memories.
Views: 357
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Struggling with memories.

Hey Lyd,

I'm so sorry you're going through this. It must be super hard to have these memories resurface because of what you saw on this chat show.

I've seen from your other posts that you go to...
Forum: Current Events and Debates April 19th 2025, 12:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 262
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: White house declares COVID to be caused by a lab leak

I don't even know what to trust anymore. I don't trust this administration to be truthful.
Forum: Self Harm April 18th 2025, 11:23 PM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Self harm free!

Three months and four days.
Forum: Depression and Suicide April 18th 2025, 11:20 PM
Replies: 2
Triggering: Just need to vent
Views: 208
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Just need to vent

Hey,

I'm so sorry that you are going through this. It's definitely tough when you aren't listened to and when you're having a hard time.

I know you said you can't afford a therapist, but what...
Forum: Eating Disorders April 16th 2025, 06:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 235
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Eating Disorder Relaspe

Is there any way you can switch therapists? It’s super unprofessional that yours blew you off like this because it’s a serious issue.
Forum: Games and Things April 15th 2025, 03:48 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 212
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Easter Game

(to start with happy)

Hopping
Forum: Education and Careers April 15th 2025, 03:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 225
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: What is your most fascinating experience in studying a school subject?

I went to the World Health Organization for one of my classes.
Forum: General April 15th 2025, 03:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 195
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Easter

Just dinner and dessert!
Forum: Eating Disorders April 15th 2025, 03:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 235
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Eating Disorder Relaspe

What you're going through definitely is valid. You don't have to have a fancy name for what you're going through to be important. This affects your physical and mental health and therefore it's very...
Forum: General Health April 6th 2025, 08:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 244
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Am having seizures

I’d definitely talk to a doctor. I know you don’t want to lose your license but seizures can be dangerous and there’s nothing saying they won’t get worse without treatment. Also, if you lose your...
Forum: Friends and Family April 1st 2025, 12:55 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 162
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: issue with my grandma

I know it can be hard to limit contact with the people in our families, but I would try to reduce the amount of communication you have with her if at all possible. For example, if your parents say...
Forum: Rape and Abuse April 1st 2025, 12:52 AM
Replies: 2
Triggering: My story
Views: 233
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: My story

That is so awful and I am sorry nothing was done when you reported these incidents. It definitely doesn't have to do with what you were wearing. You were a child, what you're wearing shouldn't have...
Forum: Music March 30th 2025, 04:53 AM
Replies: 12,134
Views: 646,696
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Song/Quote of the day!

bad again - Anna Clendening
Forum: Goals and Ambitions March 28th 2025, 07:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 179
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Run a half marathon

I wish I could run a mile, let alone a half marathon!
Forum: Religion and Spirituality, Science and Philosophy March 28th 2025, 07:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 240
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Persistent Representatives of Religious Organizations

These are definitely great tips to remember for setting religious boundaries.
Forum: Sex and Puberty March 28th 2025, 07:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 520
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Oral sex

Communication here is definitely important! Oral sex can be fun, but make sure everyone is on the same page before engaging in it. It also wouldn't hurt to get tested for STIs before engaging or...
Forum: Friends and Family March 28th 2025, 07:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 224
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: moms family is making her choose me or them

It's definitely not you who is the problem. It's not your fault that they remind them of your dad. And you're young. While throwing something at him was wrong, you're still young and this was a...
Forum: LGBTQ+, Sexuality and Gender Identity March 28th 2025, 06:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 208
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: thought about identity

I don’t think you need to necessarily shout it from the rooftops. I’d start by telling your friends that you have been doing some exploration and you have discovered you are a lesbian. If your school...
Forum: Music March 28th 2025, 01:33 AM
Replies: 12,134
Views: 646,696
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Song/Quote of the day!

confession - girl in red

There's a part of me that knows it's my time to go
I don't know if I can wake up tomorrow morning and face my soul
Forum: Peer Pressure and Bullying March 27th 2025, 07:31 PM
Replies: 2
Triggering (Weight Figures): What can parents do with this?
Views: 237
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: What can parents do with this?

Parents definitely should get involved if their child is getting bullied. Sometimes it takes a parent going into the school to get anything done.
Forum: LGBTQ+, Sexuality and Gender Identity March 27th 2025, 07:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 166
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: To raise a child who is LGBTQ-friendly

These are all great ideas!
Forum: Current Events and Debates March 27th 2025, 12:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 208
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Why have Democrat picks for office been very poor candidates in recent years?

I feel like this is an issue for both sides. There’s no good option.
Forum: Why Me? March 25th 2025, 09:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 203
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: One thing after the other...

That’s a lot to go through at once and I think it is completely valid that you are feeling the way you do. Try to take things one day at a time and one step at a time without getting too far ahead. I...
Forum: Relationships and Dating March 25th 2025, 09:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 248
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: relationship advice???

I think it’s okay to just be honest with him and tell him that you realized you don’t have romantic feelings for him and only see him as a friend. No matter what you say it’s not going to feel great,...
Forum: LGBTQ+, Sexuality and Gender Identity March 24th 2025, 11:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 210
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: truth found out today..?

It’s not right that your old therapist went behind your back like that when you didn’t have any safety concerns related to this. I’m sorry that happened. Not all therapists will go behind your back...
Forum: Eating Disorders March 21st 2025, 11:41 PM
Replies: 6
Triggering (ED): Ed vent and advice?
Views: 226
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Re: Ed vent and advice?

I'm sorry to hear you're feeling like this.

Do you think your parents would take you to see a dietitian or at the very least your primary care physician to see if you truly are at an unhealthy...
Forum: Why Me? March 19th 2025, 08:39 PM
Replies: 4
Triggering: why
Views: 248
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: why

I’m so glad inpatient helped! Here’s hoping things continue to look up.
Forum: Rape and Abuse March 19th 2025, 08:38 PM
Replies: 2
Triggering (Abuse): Father changing?
Views: 279
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Father changing?

Since DCF is involved I’d keep documents of any time he does retaliate against you when he does talk to you. Write down the dates and times that incidents happen and what was going on when it...
Forum: LGBTQ+, Sexuality and Gender Identity March 19th 2025, 08:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 240
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: My identity story

This is an amazing story and I’m glad you shared. Sounds like things are looking up!
Forum: Depression and Suicide March 18th 2025, 07:17 PM
Replies: 2
Triggering: To die
Views: 252
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: To die

Hey,

It can definitely be scary when professors are very hard. This isn't a stupid problem at all!

I think that before you do anything, you should talk to the professor during their office...
Forum: General Health March 18th 2025, 05:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 281
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Incontinence underwear.

I’d keep a few of the products you have now while you’re trying out the period underwear in case you find the underwear don’t work. So don’t wait til you’re completely out. You don’t want to be left...
Forum: General Health March 17th 2025, 02:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 281
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Incontinence underwear.

I have incontinence issues but I wear period underwear for absorbency. There’s nothing wrong with you for wearing diapers and having that extra layer of protection. You don’t have to tell anyone if...
Forum: Rape and Abuse March 16th 2025, 07:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 220
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: telling my story through a annonymous writing website.

I think it's worth trying to write on this website, and if it doesn't work for you then at least you've tried. Writing things out can definitely be a huge help for a lot of people.

If you're...
Forum: Self Harm March 15th 2025, 08:36 PM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Self harm free!

Two months…..
Forum: Relationships and Dating March 14th 2025, 10:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 232
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Why cant I have a relationship.

Hey,

I’m sorry you’re feeling like this!

I’ve found that we are our own worst critics. We pick out the things we think are flaws that other people either don’t notice or wouldn’t care about....
Forum: Fashion and Style March 12th 2025, 06:38 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 13,921
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: What color is your nail polish?

Half sparkly purple and half sparkly blue.
Forum: Mental Health March 12th 2025, 06:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 314
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Teen Group Therapy

Hi!

So, I wasn't in group therapy as a teen but I've done it as an adult and still do.

It does help me, but I will say group therapy is what you make of it. If you sit there and never...
Forum: Games and Things March 10th 2025, 09:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 194
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Saint Patrick's game

I saw green stickers.
Forum: Food and Recipes March 10th 2025, 09:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 197
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Green food and drinks. :)

I don't really do anything like that for St. Patrick's Day, but that sounds fun!
Forum: Food and Recipes March 10th 2025, 09:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 200
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Favorite soda to drink?

I'm on a Cola kick right now but go through phases where I like Pepsi, Dr. Pepper, or root beer.
Forum: Food and Recipes March 8th 2025, 04:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 184
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: heart stopping bark dessert

Thanks for sharing this! I wonder if I could replace cherries with strawberries.
Forum: Self Harm March 6th 2025, 04:30 PM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Self harm free!

1 month and 20 days.
Forum: Current Events and Debates March 5th 2025, 04:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 310
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Tariffs?

Everything is on fire. I don’t see this going well.
Forum: Good Days! March 5th 2025, 04:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 199
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Post schooling achievements

I’m on a local LGBTQ+ pride committee!
Forum: Peer Pressure and Bullying February 26th 2025, 10:46 PM
Replies: 4
Triggering (Bullying): I hate my school
Views: 483
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: I hate my school

I'm so sorry you're going through this.
Do your parents/guardians take what's going on seriously? Sometimes it takes a guardian coming into the school for the school to really start taking things...
Forum: Self Harm February 26th 2025, 10:44 PM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Self harm free!

One month, two weeks, and one day.
Forum: Why Me? February 18th 2025, 04:11 PM
Replies: 4
Triggering: why
Views: 248
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: why

Do YOU want to go to IOL for inpatient? If not I’d talk to the staff. Your parents might overrule them but if you can come up with logical reasons to go somewhere else they may listen. At the adult...
Forum: General Health February 18th 2025, 04:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 279
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Eczema

Here we have Eucerin cream that the hospital gave me when my hands were very red and cracking. It’s not a prescription but I’m not sure if the UK has it.
Forum: Depression and Suicide February 18th 2025, 04:08 PM
Replies: 4
Triggering: Inpatient again...?
Views: 318
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Inpatient again...?

It sounds like you know what to do in this situation which is excellent and you should be proud of yourself for. Honestly I’d look into finding a new therapist if she’s going to treat you poorly.
Forum: Music February 18th 2025, 03:40 PM
Replies: 12,134
Views: 646,696
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Song/Quote of the day!

I think I've been overcomplicating
Everything, I just wanna feel alive again
Alive again

(Alive again)
This might be the night that I die
And I don't want to die alone (Alive again)
So come a...
Forum: Self Harm February 18th 2025, 03:10 AM
Replies: 12
Triggering (SH): {VENT - TW://}
Views: 321
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: {VENT - TW://}

I agree with finding a new therapist. A good therapist shouldn’t be rolling their eyes at you and should be giving you skills to use.
Forum: Depression and Suicide February 18th 2025, 03:09 AM
Replies: 4
Triggering: Inpatient again...?
Views: 318
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Inpatient again...?

I do think it’s worth telling someone, even if you end up in the ER. Instead of leaving it as “I went to kill myself/self harm,” tell them in as much detail as possible what you’re going through so...
Forum: Depression and Suicide February 17th 2025, 01:38 AM
Replies: 4
Triggering (Suicide): enough
Views: 220
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: enough

It's pretty unhealthy for any relationship (or friendship) to have a "if you go, I go" pact. That creates a lot of pressure on the other person. I'd talk to him about this and see if he can drop...
Forum: Self Harm February 17th 2025, 12:29 AM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Self harm free!

One month and three days?
Forum: Depression and Suicide February 17th 2025, 12:28 AM
Replies: 4
Triggering (Suicide): enough
Views: 220
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: enough

I think it is amazing that you are thinking of talking to your counselor about these thoughts, or in the group therapy session. That takes a whole lot of courage and I think the fact that you are...
Forum: Arrivals and Departures February 17th 2025, 12:25 AM
Replies: 5
Hi!
Views: 341
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Hi!

Lovely to see you! I hope you enjoy your time here.
Forum: Relationships and Dating February 17th 2025, 12:24 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 225
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Dating

I think it is worth communicating with him about the worry of losing him, and he can talk to you about his worries as well. It's not going to guarantee you don't break up one day, but you can create...
Forum: Relationships and Dating February 17th 2025, 12:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 259
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: What's the cutest thing ur partner has called you

I don't date but the cutest/weirdest I've heard is peach pit, haha.
Forum: Games and Things February 12th 2025, 11:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 213
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Word game

Candy ……....
Forum: Mental Health February 12th 2025, 11:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 290
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type-- I'm back at 23

Happy to haha you back!

I think writing things in your notes app is a great idea even if the notes don’t make sense. You can share them with your providers so they know what’s happening.
Forum: General February 12th 2025, 11:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 307
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Happy Valentine's Day

I’m not doing anything fun but I wish everyone a good day!
Forum: Arrivals and Departures February 11th 2025, 02:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 407
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: told to do this

I hope you are able to get support here. :hug:
Forum: Relationships and Dating February 9th 2025, 10:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 308
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Long term relationship trouble

I think the best thing to do is to be honest. Let him know you care about him a lot but you think you’re at two different places in life and you don’t think you’re compatible anymore. I’d do it...
Forum: Self Harm February 8th 2025, 10:26 PM
Replies: 2
Triggering (SH): Am I the problem?
Views: 255
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Am I the problem?

I don't think this makes you the problem. Self harm is an addiction so it's hard to stop, and you have to want to stop before anything will change. That being said, there is comfort in what you know,...
Forum: Current Events and Debates February 8th 2025, 10:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 298
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Daylight Savings time or no?

I honestly wouldn't mind any of them. I think changing it would take some getting used to but then once you're used to it life would go on as normal.
Forum: Chit-Chat January 31st 2025, 12:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 253
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Sun or Moon?

The moon doesn't hurt my eyes so it's my favorite hah.
Forum: Relationships and Dating January 29th 2025, 11:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 311
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: I like my friend, they know but they're unsure -- it's complicated

Honestly I think the only things to do are either give it a try or stop trying to pursue it. If you don’t pursue it you have the option of being friends if you want to, but if you do that set...
Forum: Arrivals and Departures January 29th 2025, 06:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 283
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Hey, I'm J

Hey J! I hope you are able to get the support you need here.
Forum: Current Events and Debates January 29th 2025, 02:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 272
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: CIA says COVID most likely came from the Wuhan lab

Honestly I'm not sure how to feel about it. Part of me does doubt that it came from the lab but I have no solid reasoning.
Forum: Self Harm January 28th 2025, 04:03 PM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
Posted By ¯|_(ツ)_|¯
Re: Self harm free!

If I make it through today it’ll be two weeks.
Forum: Peer Pressure and Bullying January 24th 2025, 04:40 PM
Replies: 1
Triggering (Bullying): Bullying at school
Views: 252
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Re: Bullying at school

Is Ms. M the favorite teacher you’ve talked about in other posts? Maybe sitting down with your favorite teacher would be a good place to start because she seems very supportive of you and like...
Forum: Depression and Suicide January 23rd 2025, 04:18 PM
Replies: 6
Triggering (SH): It doesn't matter anymore.
Views: 283
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Re: It doesn't matter anymore.

You may not WANT to, but honestly it seems like the only way to keep you safe at this point. I don’t think under most circumstances people want to go to the ER or get admitted but it’s one of those...
Forum: Self Harm January 22nd 2025, 09:21 PM
Replies: 21,304
Views: 885,768
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Re: Self harm free!

One week and one day.
Forum: Depression and Suicide January 22nd 2025, 09:20 PM
Replies: 6
Triggering (SH): It doesn't matter anymore.
Views: 283
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Re: It doesn't matter anymore.

It sounds like you do have a support system at school and people who care about you. I know sometimes I have a hard time verbally telling people how I am feeling and when that happens I write it down...
Forum: Food and Recipes January 22nd 2025, 09:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 268
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Re: Food and drinks

Sparkling apple cider!
Forum: Food and Recipes January 22nd 2025, 09:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 460
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Forum: General Health January 21st 2025, 10:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 239
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Re: physical issue turned mental

It's okay if you want to get a second opinion. My symptoms are mostly from anxiety and yours totally could be too, but if you aren't sure of the diagnosis it may be worth talking to your primary care...
Forum: LGBTQ+, Sexuality and Gender Identity January 21st 2025, 10:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 327
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Re: Questioning sexuality

Hey,

There's nothing wrong with questioning your sexuality! It can take time to figure out what label is the right fit for you, and it's also okay if you decide not to use labels at all. It's also...
Forum: Relationships and Dating January 20th 2025, 10:34 PM
Replies: 4
Triggering: Help!?
Views: 230
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Re: Help!?

If you know the school your ex is at they can contact the guidance counselor or administration at that school.
Forum: Recovery Stories January 20th 2025, 08:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 245
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Re: Working on recoverey!!

This is such a positive thing! I’m so happy you are choosing recovery. It won’t always be easy but you can do it.
Forum: Self Expression January 20th 2025, 08:14 PM
Replies: 7
Triggering: Ashton's art
Views: 297
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Re: Ashton's art

These are nice! I hope to see more.
Forum: Relationships and Dating January 20th 2025, 08:13 PM
Replies: 4
Triggering: Help!?
Views: 230
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Re: Help!?

Threatening to kill himself is actually an abuse tactic that people do to get you to stay or feel guilty about leaving. It is absolutely NOT your responsibility to even communicate with this guy any...
Forum: Relationships and Dating January 20th 2025, 01:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 295
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Re: Uhhhh...

If you're both happy in that type of relationship it's fine then. It's all about what you're comfortable with. So, if you're both comfortable with just seeing each other in school then that's fine.
Forum: Depression and Suicide January 20th 2025, 01:25 AM
Replies: 11
Triggering (Suicide): ...plan?
Views: 255
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Re: ...plan?

Telling the school would be an amazing step. I think the fact you're thinking about telling them at all is a good sign that at least a part of you doesn't want to go through with this. You can tell...
Forum: Current Events and Debates January 20th 2025, 01:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 310
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Re: Tik Tok

I love how it's already back up. :nosweat: Trump is the one who wanted to ban it and now he's the one who "saved" it? Nah.
Forum: Relationships and Dating January 20th 2025, 12:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 295
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Re: Uhhhh...

I'm not outright telling you not to date this guy, but if you do it sounds like you're going to have to be really secretive, which may make it harder to hang out with him and talk to him in general....
Forum: Depression and Suicide January 20th 2025, 12:57 AM
Replies: 11
Triggering (Suicide): ...plan?
Views: 255
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Re: ...plan?

I think it would be really beneficial for you to call a suicide hotline such as 988 or the text line of 741741. They'd be willing to talk through what you're going through and get you to a safer or...
Forum: Mental Health January 18th 2025, 11:49 PM
Replies: 3
Triggering: Vent abt school
Views: 289
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Re: Vent abt school

That's a tricky situation to be in.

It's nor your job to support your teacher and your teacher would be crossing some boundaries if she started asking you for support. It would be best to treat...
Forum: Arrivals and Departures January 17th 2025, 11:32 PM
Replies: 5
Non-PG13 (Strong Language): Introduction
Views: 323
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Re: Introduction

Welcome to the site! I hope you enjoy your time here.
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