Connect with people who understand what you are going through, seek advice and surround yourself with support. We're free, anonymous, and professionally moderated 24/7.
16 Aug 2024 07:54 PM
16 Aug 2024 08:07 PM
16 Aug 2024 08:07 PM
@creative_writer i really do feel you with this, i always tried to find people who truly understood me and felt like that person never existed. i'm so sorry you feel this way, share your pain. i think the truth is everyone is so unique and the need to feel understood is usually a result of being constantly invalidated in the past.
in my experience, waiting for someone to 'understand' is a bit of a waiting game - it is possible to find people who understand you but instead, its better to understand yourself and start validating and accepting ourselves so we don't rely on external validation for being 'enough'? what do you think?
16 Aug 2024 08:16 PM
16 Aug 2024 08:16 PM
16 Aug 2024 08:32 PM
16 Aug 2024 08:32 PM
Do you go out to form relationships much @creative_writer ?
16 Aug 2024 08:37 PM
16 Aug 2024 08:37 PM
16 Aug 2024 09:10 PM
16 Aug 2024 09:10 PM
can i ask why no one gets in too far? is it something that they do that stops it from being more than superficial? @creative_writer
the avoidance part of brain is so annoying, can't tell if its doing us good or just figuring out an escape out of fear 😪
17 Aug 2024 01:10 PM
17 Aug 2024 01:10 PM
17 Aug 2024 01:24 PM
17 Aug 2024 01:24 PM
Hey @creative_writer , rejection is real and it affects most of us.
I hope you can find a place to give yourself some space and tell yourself you will be okay.
We appreciate you for who you are.
17 Aug 2024 03:22 PM
17 Aug 2024 03:22 PM
17 Aug 2024 04:09 PM
17 Aug 2024 04:09 PM
Hey @creative_writer, I think this is a common feeling and I have definitely experienced it myself.
I used to question whether it was worth it trying to connect with people, but I persisted and met some great people. I still have thoughts of rejection, and I think it's just a human experience when we feel vulnerable.
RiverSeal ❤️
Members feature!Log in to add spaces, events and discussions to your favourites.
SANE services are not designed for crisis support. If you require immediate support, please contact one of the service providers below.
No one is online right now. Hold tight and someone will be along soon.
If you need urgent assistance, see Need help now
For mental health information, support, and referrals, contact SANE Support Services
SANE Forums is published by SANE with funding from the Australian Government Department of Health
SANE - ABN 92 006 533 606
PO Box 1226, Carlton VIC 3053