How do you tell the people who gave you life that you don’t want it anymore?
I’m terrified. I’m trying to tell my parents how I’ve been feeling but I keep putting it off. I am afraid that if I tell them, my mom will either ignore me or yell at me and my dad will be disappointed or hurt me. I just don’t know what to do. At the moment, I would really like to seek professional help. I’ve been feeling really down for years. Actually, it’s more of an on and off kind of thing but it’s getting worse and I’m afraid that I might not be able to stop myself the next time I try to kill myself. I’m going to tell them. I will. I might not be ready to tell them now but I will tell them soon.
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Hi there,
i know how it feels like to be in your situation. The uncertainty scares me, you know, how will they take it. I guess what scares me the most is seeing them disappointed. However, problems like depressed, suicidal, etc are serious. Best option is to tell them, when you are ready. They just might be able to help, try to explain your situation in the best possible way *i know the problem is not good, but i cant find the right word, so sorry*
It takes one hell of a courage to tell them, but i know youve got one. You have my support.
good luck xx
Hey! You’re absolutely right that you have to tell someone before it is too late. The longer you leave it the worse it will become and the more isolated you will feel. I get the impression from what you have said that your parents are not monsters, however they are just people and you need to factor in that they may react poorly at the outset as they are not equipped to deal with serious things like this. Professional help is a good idea, and perhaps your parents can assist you in getting the help you need and along with that the help they need to assist and support you. Sending courage!
Hi oddsare,
I’m sure you’ve thought of this, but what about writing a letter to your parents? I know for me that if I try and confront someone on a highly emotional issue, I’m likely to get overwhelmed and not be able to concisely explain my situation.
A therapist is a right plan of action. We are alone when we are going through ideation, feeling how can anyone understand how we feel. A therapist is trained to listen, to allow us to talk through our troubles, and then most importantly, to provide the empathy that can act as a catalyst to our wellness. Like any other professions, there are good and bad practitioners, so keep trying until you find the one that resonates with you.
I wish you peace in your journey …