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probablyandrew
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Drasul
He's called Boogle the owl http://boggletheowl.tumblr.com/
jhawker27
madpathmoth
This might be the first one of these type things that actually had an effect on me. Thanks.
holdingthephone
dohrmiester39
Coming up on 2 years since what I hope was the last ever attempt on my life. Took a long time, but I found my boxing gloves for this fight.
butwhatifiAMarobot
*fistbump*
KennedyCurse
crazyd99
i needed this. thanks op.
willamjr
Boggle the Owl
aselleus
Yup! I first saw it on Tumblr.
WelcomeToTheShatterdome
I just want to stop having emotions at all. If I'm dead inside I can live freely on the outside is my only dominant thought.
butwhatifiAMarobot
Been there, my friend. DM me if you want to talk.
pandalicious
I'm not even suicidal and this is meaningful to me.
CaliBel
I'm saving this for when it ever gets bad again. Thank god I asked for a stick when I needed it. It gets better.
IllJustSeeMyselfOut
Loving the 9gag watermark
kattpappan
No hope, running on nothing is pretty much how I spend my days.
butwhatifiAMarobot
Been there, my friend. DM me if you need a friend. *hugs*
kattpappan
Thanks for the offer, but its really not a problem. I am just functioning in an emotional void, it might not be great, but its ok.
butwhatifiAMarobot
No worries, not everyone copes in the same way :) Offer stands if you ever need it!
ThisNosoi
I don't understand why there's an owl on this but I love it and I love him and this is so good. So good.
SirBrendan
The common cold is the dominant species. We are the dominant host.
butwhatifiAMarobot
*snicker* True dat!
Efreeti
Someone made a follow up:
stormegedendarklordofall
1-800-273-8255 suicide hotline
zenoshogun
Actually it appears to be an anti suicide hotline.
stormegedendarklordofall
Suicide prevention hotline*
Cosmicfisherman
Even if it on a limb. Hold on.. You can stick it out! May you find a bit of humor in this and remember we care about you because .. You're U
AutismTheMusical
Stick pls
butwhatifiAMarobot
I gots some sticks! DM me if you wanna talk, friend :)
pukimomalaki
Is this a sign? I was thinking of finally seeing a therapist tomorrow
butwhatifiAMarobot
Definitely! Holler if you need moral support :)
PhiIIipJFry
I get the point but "a cry for help" doesn't mean that you're helpless, it means you're asking for help.
Mcbunkerbadger
Stop touching my feels motherfucker
wazscience
Shhhhhhhhh.. No more tears, only dreams
CoffeeMakesMeTwitchy
Jesus Christ man
Schnerfle
This is my go-to when I am feeling like giving up
Erhmernder
I have some twigs if anyone needs one
TedTheMan
I have a really nice chainsaw.
teasingtonka
This is lovely. I can't stop reading it, over and over.
enygma981
The last time I went to crisis counseling he basically said I was being selfish and should worry about what my tormentor was going through
butwhatifiAMarobot
Fuck that noise. I hope you keep trying with a different provider. DM me if you need a friendly ear :)
enygma981
Since then I have gotten off of anti depressants which helped a lot now I don't have medically induced suicidal feelings. It was bad.
butwhatifiAMarobot
Good for you and glad to hear it! That’s one horrible irony, that the wrong meds can make it worse. Hang in there! :)
auserwithaname
Anyone have ideas for how to take the first steps towards finding a stick dealer?
0I230
Straight up, Google can help with locating a stick dealer. Insurance or other bullshit becomes irrelevant if you find the right one.
Tuggerbutter
If you have insurance, finding the mental health line on your insurance page or talk to your primary physician. If you call the number 1/?
Tuggerbutter
You may have to do a short phone interview to establish what your need is. If you don’t have insurance, look up mental health clinics 2/?
Tuggerbutter
In your area. Many of them work on a sliding scale based on your income. If that doesn’t work or you can’t afford it, here 3/?
Tuggerbutter
Here is the number to the national suicide hotline tel:1-800-273-8255 they also have a chat line if you done like taking on the phone.
auserwithaname
Thank you. I'm not actively suicidal but it's good to be proactive I guess when it's irreversible like this is.
gorblin
I like zocdoc. There are reviews and it sorts by insurance
thedarkdesert
It's a psychologist you need to speak to. Councillors, friends and family can offer some help, but ultimately lack the qualifications (1/2)
thedarkdesert
(2/2) to give you the best professional assistance. Start with your local GP to get a referral, and go from there. Good luck.
thedarkdesert
There are some free online or over-the-phone support services that can help, e.g. Beyond Blue, LifeLine, Contact, etc.
oscillatingdogfan
If you’re in the US, use https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/ I found some good ones. I don’t think you can search by insurance
oscillatingdogfan
A lot take it. You can also search by people who have sliding scales if you don’t have insurance.
TheCreecher
You wanna buy some death sticks?
auserwithaname
Don't tempt me ;)
afloatingshoppinglist
You don't want to sell me death sticks.
ITryToOnlyRespondInGifs
I just went to my GP. He listened to me and prescribed me a stick. It was the best thing I ever did for myself.
shmachero
While this is a good step, it's also important to go to a doctor who specializes in sticks. They understand the nuances and subtle aspects.
ITryToOnlyRespondInGifs
That was too large a task for me to figure out at the time. Luckily it worked great for me
darkdragonempress
Close friends can often be stick dealers. If not therapists have a lot of sticks to offer too.
auserwithaname
Specifically, I'm terrified of taking the first step to finding a therapist
darkdragonempress
Step one, look up the names of therapists in your city. You don't have to talk to anyone at this point except google. Go to their websites,1
darkdragonempress
Read reviews if possible. Get to know them a little so if you chose to reach out you know you aren't starting from square one. 2
cantijustlurk
Read bios on http://www.psychologytoday.com and email the ones you like ("Hello are you accepting new patients?" is plenty) - and that's it!
TrinitysEnd
I don't post a lot, but I've been in this spot. Know your insurance stuff and this website can really help: https://www.psychologytoday.com/
TrinitysEnd
And by know your insurance, I mean know the plan info, so that you can find out therapists near you covered by your insurance.
sereysweetie1
https://www.metanoia.org/suicide/samaritans.htm you can call, text or email die free to talk to someone. They've helped me before.
sereysweetie1
It's *
kranatopia
Find someone who specializes in mental health, gps can be stubborn about meds. Counselors can help resolve a lot of issues 1/
kranatopia
Psychologists can be great too if you need meds & counseling. Most importantly find a dr that you feel good about seeing. 2/
kranatopia
If something feels off, trust your gut and find a new dr until you find the right fit.
shmachero
This is so true. It is a relationship (not in an inappropriate way), where you need to have rapport. If not, you won't get as much from it.
butwhatifiAMarobot
Lots of good options in these comments. If you want to talk specifics you can DM me and I’ll be happy to help you find the providers (1/?)
butwhatifiAMarobot
You can access given your situation (went through it myself and I can help you navigate).
vonnopsled
If you have healthcare, there is usually an employee assistance program that can set you up. Or, surprisingly, check Yelp.
toogoodtomiss
Please not Yelp for healthcare- Psychology Today website much better.Also insurance company website search and EAP thru job as stated.
auserwithaname
Really it's the first step to getting a therapist I'm terrified of
SakuraSunsets
Feel free to shoot me a message and I can give you some suggestions!
toogoodtomiss
Can you be more specific? What is terrifying about it?
WrathLOS01
It's infinitely simpler than one might imagine. Only potentially difficult part is the billing/insurance.
cantijustlurk
Worrying about the cost kept me away for a long time. If you're lucky enough to have decent health insurance, it can be veey affordable 1/2
cantijustlurk
And if you're uninsured many will work on a sliding scale (cheaper rate) for those in need (i.e. your broke depressed ass)
AnnieGitchYerGun
Www.psychologytoday.com has a directory of therapists. You can see pictures, sort by specialty, etc. There are bios.
AnnieGitchYerGun
You can then cross ref w your insurance to make sure in-network.
AnnieGitchYerGun
They also list group therapies in areas, psychologists and psychiatrists.
Unverified
I needed this. I'm not asking for pity, I'm aware that I'm sick and just want the fucking help
Kazian16
We all need this
WelcomeToTheShatterdome
Good for you. I'm not being sarcastic. I'm happy you found the will to fight.
CaliBel
Go on and get your stick! Seeking/getting help is so worth it. Just feeling like the worst is behind you is the best feeling ever.
Iroques
Same
oscillatingdogfan
I’m happy you’re alive. The world is better for it.
butwhatifiAMarobot
I’ve been there and made it out the other side. It’s hard but you CAN get there. DM me any time, friend.
KawaiiPotatoGirl
My inbox is open. I have small sticks to offer.
zamielvanweber
Agreed. I keep this in my mind; times have been tough and I often wonder if my husband would be better off without me. I like this poster.
Starwulf99
I feel you, every day of my life I wonder if it wouldn't be better for my wife(and daughters) if I just killed myself so they could have a
Starwulf99
new husband/father, one that isn't a pathetic waste of space, one that can actually work, one that didn't permanently injure himself in a
Starwulf99
way that can't heal. One that can give them the life that they deserve. The only thing that stops me is how much I love them. It's
Starwulf99
selfish, I know, but I just don't want to let go of them.
Jakethesnake357
Me too
probablyandrew
Most people are ashamed to ask for help, seek a guidance counselor, therapist, great friend, anyone who will listen and help you. GodSpeed
Jakethesnake357
I was for a long time. Finally asked for help just yesterday. I needed this Torah
Jakethesnake357
Today*
Deodorizerodorizer
I'm not ashamed. I'm poor and live in America
HailHailFreedonia
Also this.
ChiLLeCheeze
I stopped doing that when people told me to stop being sad. So I just cry with my dog now. He cheers me up with doggy kisses.
BurritoParty
Dogs are great. So are therapists. Therapists WITH dogs...even better.
Unverified
For me it's meds, mentally I'm aware if my situations and emotions but it's the absolute sickening feeling of anxiety and jumbled thoughts
butwhatifiAMarobot
Nothing beats doggie kisses, but if you need a human ear, too, feel free to DM me. I’ve been there, friend.
capnmal
That is a big misconception. I have depression, but I'm not necessarily sad. Most days, I just can't be bothered to care.
BooksBooksBooksBooksBooks
It's hard for people who don't have depression to understand. Try support groups, or reaching out to people who also suffer. Fellow >
BooksBooksBooksBooksBooks
Imgurians like myself would also help :)
probablyandrew
Dogs are the best of friends.
Haldark
Dogs are the best people.
PyllyNalleMissionaries
*better than
ugn1
I always consider myself as an ugly and pathetic failure. Am I depressed?
SakuraSunsets
That sounds like more of a negative self-image/perception. Still difficult and valid, but not necessarily depression.
butwhatifiAMarobot
That could certainly be one symptom of some flavor of depression. *hugs* Some other imgurians and I have a group chat that’s been (1/?)
butwhatifiAMarobot
a great place for positive reinforcement without being sappy BS. Drop me a DM if you want to join - we’ll find the good reasons to (2/?)
butwhatifiAMarobot
Welcome you into our little family, even if you can’t see them by yourself right now :)
TedTheMan
You making a list?
butwhatifiAMarobot
And checking it twice! Wait... no. That’s the fat guy in the red suit. I always get my lists right on the first go...