Update kinda? TLDR included

Feb 24, 2017 1:38 AM

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Posted this in November and received an influx of support from imugians, which was really nice thankyou guys.

A week after posting, this happened. I was not super close with the woman but I was still angry at myself for not being able to cry with everyone else. Iv never even attended a funeral let alone watch someone die. So I marched myself out of the room and cried for a different reason. Because what kind of fucked up person doesn't react to seeing a family member pass away?? I basically came to the conclusion that Iv turned into a shell.

Then in late November this happened. We've been preparing to move twelve hours away together so he can attend uni for about a year now. I did need to warm up to the idea at first, but I was so genuinely excited to have this adventure with him at this point. Everything We owned was packed in boxes and ready. I love him very very much, but he ended up going on his own. We still talk sometimes, but he doesn't know I'm not coping being alone.

My dad came home early a few weeks ago, and heard me crying in the shower and basically busted down the door. We don't have an amazing relationship but he fished me out of the shower and hugged me and asked if I had fallen and hurt myself or something. I blurted out so many things that Iv been keeping to myself and asked him to help me and to find a good psychologist or someone to help me. He got up told me to grow up and stop feeling sorry for myself and left.

And to top off these amazing few months. I am now in the process of being checked for the breast cancer gene and am considered high risk. Fun fact it's about $1800 (Aus) to get tested. Brilliant.

So today marked eight months of being unemployed (left my job to prepare to move away with bf) and I sat at my computer and busted out my first ever resume. It's an incredibly tiny thing, but I managed to think clearly while doing it and it felt good. So... yeah... I think that's progress.

My dad died from cancer back in 1988 and I didn't cry once. He wasn't a bad guy but I don't get emotional over it.

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I'm good at resumes, want me to look yours over? (You can just put in fake contact info if you don't want a stranger to see em)

9 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Asking for and seeking help is the grown up thing to do. Your dad is wrong.

9 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

My brother has told me to get over my depression. Never fun to have people you think are close to you to tell you, you are pretty much crazy

9 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

If you need to chat let me know. There are people that care about you it just hard to see with depression and all that other wonder stuff.

9 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Never surrender!

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

#1....Depression...Nailed It...you know you are slipping but unable to ask for help.

9 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

Asking for help is never a sign of weakness of failure. Being aware of your limits takes more strength to admit than blind courage

9 years ago | Likes 24 Dislikes 0

Asking for help is a sign of strength! It shows intelligence and strength of character

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Asking for help is a sign of strength! It shows intelligence and strength of character

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Get a job at a gym, work out all the time, get scary strong. Induce fear to others, you can't disappoint them, if they CANT disappoint you.

9 years ago | Likes 41 Dislikes 2

The only gym I ever worked at was a toxic environment of condescension and undercutting behavior. Ruined the idea of a gym, for me.

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 1

I know this is full of tacky comments, but if it reaches you; people care. We may not care in the right ways at the right times, but we do.

9 years ago | Likes 9 Dislikes 1

Chin up, and do you, op. Else I'll have to post an "op is a fag" gif

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I'm just an internet stranger, but most of my family doesn't outright cry when someone dies. You can express sadness however you like.

9 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

It's a personal thing and not weird. And if you didn't really know someone then I don't find it strange at all that the weren't tears there.

9 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Fuck you universe!!!!

9 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Remy > father

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Keep fighting the food fight. Remember, it doesn't get easier, you get stronger. Cheers!

9 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

I don't think a food fight will help. Well, I suppose it could but I don't recommend it.

9 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

LOL, the good fight....autocorrect. Cheers!

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Found this in Random... I hope things have gotten better since you posted this and you got the help you needed.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Are you my ex?

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Life's a bitch until you die, that's why we get high, cuz you never know when you're gonna go - Nas

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Hugs @OP

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

I know this is old but I hope you are doing well.

5 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Gold star on the resume writing fellow Aussie. Youll get there.. only help i can give is "how do you eat an elephant?" - one bite at a time.

8 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Take the wins when they come. And chalk the rest up to lessons.

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Im currently letting down everyone I love on a regular basis because of the truly selfish nature of depression. Best of luck op, wer rootin'

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Just wanted to tell you that you’re awesome. It took real strength to just lay out your heart and vulnerabilities like that. ?

5 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Take it from someone who has dealt with suicide and depression for most of their life. Just being able to talk about it is huge. Proud of u

5 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

If youre old enuf to move in w/a bf, get some counseling. See a Dr + get some meds. Nothing wrong w/not feeling loss when relative dies.

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

As cheesy as its sounds, you're not alone. Happy to chat if you like?

9 years ago | Likes 54 Dislikes 1

Yep... feeling miserable the past couple of months, feeling like the only way out is a bullet in the head... If you wanna talk, msg me

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

This

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I also have one of the most fucked up crazy shit lives ever. If anyone ever needs to talk I'm not a judgy person and will chat.

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Same. Not just saccharine platitudes here. I know thats not what I want anyway.

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I'd also chat with you if you want. I've been there not so long ago.

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Same. Just always on mobile though.

9 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Ditto @op I'd love to chat.

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Wow, I'm sorry. You are having a very tough time and recognising how it's impacting you isn't 'feeling sorry for yourself' - it's 1

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

The first step to getting the help you REALLY do need, as you identified. I encourage you to go to a doctor to get referred to therapy 2

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

My mom was never supportive when I though ibshould see a therapiat. If you think it will help GO. Fuck what anyone else says or thinks

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Your health is what matters. Do it for you!!

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

If you like video games i can give you some fun co-op experiences. I've been in a similar situation like you and

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

it's rough, it's really fucking rough feeling that pain non-stop every waking moment, you can call me out whenever you like, no pressure.

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I've gotten well again but i haven't forgotten what it was like.

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

You said AUS dollars, so imma assume you're in AUS. Mindset Synergy are a group of psychologists that are amazing- plus they do 1/?

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

6 sessions bulk-billed if you're on a mental health plan with your GP. Medication would be a good step too: it is nothing to be ashamed 2/?

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

of, so don't think you're a failure for reaching out for help. Please be kind to yourself- it's hard when your feelings aren't validated 3/4

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

by those you love, but you are the only one who is guaranteed to care for you. 4/4

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Your dad is misinformed, and I can explain (medically) why if you'd like. Best thing I can tell you is hunt for a good therapist (1)

9 years ago | Likes 183 Dislikes 1

The good rapist

5 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

If you or one of your parents is a government employee, you may have access to an "employee assistance program," they can connect you with

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

somebody and may even foot the bill.

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

To recommend a good a psychiatrist because talking through things with a professional can help more than anything (2)

9 years ago | Likes 112 Dislikes 1

If he has that attitude you should be super fucking mean about it or he won't get it. Print some shit out too

9 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 1

I speak from both experience and medical knowledge (3)

9 years ago | Likes 80 Dislikes 1

How do you go about the uh...hunt for therapists? Where do you even begin to find someone that can help with this?

6 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I'll second that speaking from experience. Found a psychiatrist to help with my gender identity issues, massive fuckin happiness boost.

9 years ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

I too can print a medical certificate online! But seriously, this is good advice!

9 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 29

Cringe

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Wtf

9 years ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

Can you explain medically anyway?

9 years ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

I could be wrong but my understanding is there are a variety of medical reasons. Ex, I've been told because of trauma in childhood my 1/2

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

brain does not create serotonin in the "normal" way. 2/2

9 years ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

I mean, what's there "medically" to explain? He clearly believes her depression is a matter of choice when it's not. Depression is as much

9 years ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

I think they mean they want to explain what happens to the body when depressed and why biologically they're not able to snap out of it

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

It could be. The way he said it made it sound like the dad was misinformed for reasons that could be explained medically.

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

a choice as OCD or schizophrenia. He thinks she can "snap out of it", and that's not possible, especially if the cause is biological.

9 years ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Being depressed is being at war with your own brain. Snapping out of it is as hard as for a normal person standing at a 2 mile high cliff /1

9 years ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

to take a step out and hope for the best, your brain doesn't let you.

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