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writes:I posted the question what should I do now that my life seems worthless, I think was the title anyway, I say thanks to diovan lestat and others for answering, but counseling is not for me, I have tried it and it brought me more down I just could not talk about it without breaking down plus I get what I want to say out better if I write it. Lately I'm getting worse, I have so much pressure on me. I truly don't want out of life as I'm only 18, I have so much to live for, I have a whole life ahead of me, but I just want my pain and suffering I feel to stop, so are there any other options for me apart from counseling? Reply to this Question
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reader, anonymous, writes (10 December 2008): There is always something to smile about in this world. Always something good happening.Sometimes, especially in these troubled times, you just have to dig a little deeper to find them.Take every bad experience you have and whittle them down to warnings of what NOT to do to other people. Whether they deserve it or not is irrelevant.Start doing good things for others (and ask for nothing in return) and happiness will return to you. Even in the face of depression.If all else fails, remember that no matter how bad you think you have it, there is always someone worse off in the world. Always.Flynn 24
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reader, anonymous, writes (10 December 2008): expressive arts therapy!
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reader, anonymous, writes (10 December 2008): Thank u to everyone for your answers, thats what i needed just a bit of understanding and caring people to talk to. My mum didnt believe me about when i was 14 as it was her boyfriend at the time, as for the police and his lawyer all they had put it down to was that i had a nightmare about what happened when i was 6 and accused mums ex. But that coward knows damn well what he tried to do to me. Thank you all again, i do wish my life can improve and u are correct it takes my strength and willpower to make things better
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reader, heartbreakingmom  +, writes (10 December 2008):
Stay strong I have been struggling with depression all my life yes counselling does help some and for some medication you have to retrain your brain to think positive I myself take medication and read self help books one trick I do is on a piece of paper write down 5 things your thankful for examples are your family friends health etc and put them next to your bed and read before you go to bed and when you wake up you might also want to try volunteering when you can see how life be worst and how just helping with your time can help make a change in your and someone elses life I wish you the best of luck please contact me any time I am a good listener if you need to
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reader, anonymous, writes (10 December 2008): I"m really sorry you're feeling this way! You have so much going for you. I will say a prayer for you today to find a new hope in living. Depression has alot to do with suppressed feelings. Writing them out is a good way to release them, but I suggest praying a prayer also for God to help carry you through this, and for direction in your life. xox
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reader, eyeswideopen  +, writes (10 December 2008):
 I think you just haven't found the right therapist. Couseling gives you ways to cope while the root problems are being addressed. I think a professional, one you can work with, is the ticket out of your private hell.
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reader, anonymous, writes (10 December 2008): Yes i saw a doctor and was diagnosed with depression but strangly all he gave me was sleeping pills. I have lost my friends due to stopping seeing them for a long period of time. My mum only cares of herself, my dads constantly working most of my family live in the country, my sister blames herself for me almost being raped as her and mum locked me out that night i live with my boyfriend who cant stand to see me cry or hear me talk about it as it hurts him. Thats why i came to this site. Id love to work with animals or elderly and have been signing up for traineeships and i go to tafe.
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reader, anonymous, writes (10 December 2008): To Ed, i was raped at 6 and almost at 14 i fought him off, also had a string of bad things happen in my life. I just cant take no more its so hard to just smile i dont know what that means any more
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reader, cherrysundae19 +, writes (10 December 2008):
Life was never made to be easy, life is a daily challenge. I don't know why you are feeling so down about your life and yourself, maybe a break-up, death, friends, family, etc it could be a ton of things. It's good to hear that you tried the counseling whether it worked or not, but at least you tried. It is not for everyone. You like to write there is a postitve thing. I don't know if you believe in a higher power, which I do but "he" does not give you pressures in life if "he" does not think that you can't handle them. I'm sure you are a strong wonderful person and with the right frame of mind can out beat anything that you set your mind to. It may sound easy but hard to do I understand. Things take time heal, and everyone heals in a different way. Why don't you try writing every day to release some of that pressure, find a new friend online who knows nothing about you and talk to them whenever your feeling down. Life is a very bumpy ride, but I know you have people that surround you on a daily basis that love you and want the best for you. Good luck (If you need somebody to talk to, I'm here to listen)
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reader, Ed1337  +, writes (10 December 2008):
 Why does your life seem worthless exactly? everyone has a real crappy period in their life, it just makes you a stronger person when you come out the other side.
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