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Hello. I would advice readers to not read beyond this point if you don't wish to have your day ruined. It's not a pleasant read. I'll mention a couple of things that may not be appropriate for you to read right now. Then again, I guess you clicked this link for a reason ..

I'm up and down. Ever since birth. It's not just something that started happening recently. I've been blessed with a great upbringing. I have parents that love me so, and I've got three brothers that I would give my life for. I'd take the bullet instead of them. What can I say.

I'll try and summarize in a readable manner. I can't promise it'll be a short read. I'm probably writing this more for the sake of just saying it than wanting to keep my readers happy, if there are any.

I was born where you wouldn't want to be born. My parents were both alcoholics and they were probably using heavy drugs. If there was a party, they were there. Kids? Nah. There's a party going on! I'm talking about my biological parents (whom I've forgiven a long time ago.). And the day came when it was enough. I was picked up by the police one late night and taken to a children's home.

Spent - I don't know, 2-3 years there. A woman worked there, talked to her sister, the woman I now consider the only real mother I ever had - was allowed to go with them - they took good care of me from that day on, and still do. I love them. I'm going to mention this: They couldn't have children - before they adopted me - and my brother, he was brought in from Korea. - And THEN two years after (1984) - then they got a son. And got another. My brothers. I just know it isn't a coincidence. It was meant to happen.

My upbringing was good. Well, o.k. I wasn't like everyone else in some ways, but hey, who was? Anyway, I always felt like there was something I knew that no-one my age could know. I kept quiet a lot, but didn't hesitate to talk about anything if asked, and even volunteered to talk about stuff on occasion. Again - a lot of my upbringing was what a lot of people would consider 'normal', 'decent', 'good'. And it's true.

I'm now 28. Some say that's when the cricis comes sneeking in upon you. What are you going to do about your life? Where are you going? Kids? Familiy? Career? ETC? Yerr.. heh. I feel like this thing has been going on since day one. Only difference I feel now is I may be moving toward explaining it better. Seriously. What the heck is this..? Life? Oh noes! Crisis! Maybe. But I wanna die. Sometimes.

I've tried. I could have tried harder. I went to school, I almost finished high school. By almost, I mean I could have, I'm smart, but I figured I wanted to live. So I 'did'. Met people and started partying, you know.. girls.. drugs.. all that stuff. And it didn't just last 1/2 a year, more like a few years - and then no more. You know they say that all those 'friends' will dissapoint you in the end - but I can say this: NO. I found someone who were more of a friend to me than most of the people I grew up with. But:: to be fair - some of them, some of the people I grew up with are totally allright. They know who they are, or will one day know. Can't be 'replaced.' Either way - I met some awesome people during High School+

I kept going for a while. I've always wanted to do the right thing, but hey, who can? Can you? Well. I kept on going in the same track I were on from High School on for a couple of years, or more. And then..

A couple of years ago, something happened. I met Christ again. And HE LIVES. He does. He is alive! That's indeed awesome. In fact, it's more fantastic than anything else. I guess I'll have to repeat that. It's more fantastic than everything else! For sure. Because I did meet him, and he is still a great support for me. He is awesome. You may want to ask me how? All I can say is that it's true. The Bible says that he will reveal himself to you if you call upon him. And I can't explain how he does that. But he does.

But I want to die sometimes. My highs are soooo good, but my lows just make me want to sink into oblivion. I've made a deal with myself that every time I know these thoughts are coming, and every time I consider walking over to grab a knife and point to one of my veins, I'm going to stop myself. Because I promised. I promised myself. I promised the Most High. And I try to do that. And it works. But I still want to die sometimes. That would be a 'nice, easy' solution. But it's neither. It's neither nice nor easy.

Right now I have to say this; that I don't expect you to understand (no, I don't mean NOOO YOOO DON'T UNDERSTAND), I mean I don't expect you to make any sense of what I'm writing, that's all.

Seriously. I should probably go see a shrink. Nah. And btw; I can tell you this: There's one there for me. And his name is 'I Am'. And remember this: He's gentle.

I still want to just lay down and die sometimes. And would I write this if it was a minor teenage thing, nothing to take any further notice of? Heh.. if you say so, maybe you know something I don't know, in which case please tell me, cause I'm sick, and I want to get well.

I find myself going off to grab some Cannabis or Alcohol sometimes. It helps me relieve some of the insane pressure that builds up in me sometimes. And I have a problem with it. I find I shouldn't do it, because it's not 'the christian thing to do, He wouldn't like it, what would He do if he walked in the room?' But I do it anyway. I'm stubborn. I do it. I get high, get drunk. These days it happens every week. Just so you know; I'm sober most of the time. And before you say anything about Cannabis; it's better than alcohol. Do I seem like an ignorant fool? I know what I'm talking about. It's better. Check it. I'm not saying it's good. Not saying any of it is good. I'm just saying I have means.

And now I'm boring you. I can promise you this: I could go on for another hour just typing. This took me ~20 minutes to get down on file. I see no point sometimes.
 

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Hey man, Im sorry for the situation youre in. Ive never been to where you have emotionally, but im serious when I say dont give up. I know I havent felt the pain you have in your lifetime, and you may be thinking "you dont know what its like" and I get that. Im just saying hang in there, live for the good times and try hard not to focus on the bad times. Suicide is never the answer to your problems, it only hurts those around you.Im really glad that even though you are in a rough situation, you still turn to Him and praise Him. That shows an extreme level of strength. Im hoping for the very best for you man, if you need anything just send a PM my way :hug:

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Welcome to my world. I was raised by an alcoholic father and a bipolar mother. My childhood was not ideal by any means. I had a lot of crap to deal with throughout my childhood, and in my teen years, I developed a drug addiction/alcoholism. I also developed a personality disorder, and pretty much felt the way you do right now for most of my twenties.

I knew I needed help, but I was married to a guy who did not believe in psychotherapists or the mental health profession in general. Finally, at age 31, I started psychotherapy with a terrific psychologist and started a journey of self-discovery and changes.

I had highs that were off the chart, and lows that were in the depths. I was impulsive and sought escape from negative emotions constantly. I drank, cut, took prescription pain killers, raged, ate, ate and ate. I have since learned alternatives to all of that. I also learned why I did the things I did.

I strongly urge you to seek psychotherapy. It does not mean you are crazy. It means you need help dealing with some stuff. I also urge you to get into a discipleship relationship with an older, Christian your gender. Ask that person to guide you in learning scripture and learning who you are in Christ. I have benefitted immensely from this.

To let you know how my life has turned around. A year after my divorce, I went back to graduate school and earned a Masters in Social Work. I now work part time as a licensed psychotherapist in a psychiatric hospital. God is allowing me to use my childhood pain to minister grace and love to others who are hurting.

God bless,
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I'm being raised by alcholics and drug addicts. Although I am younger and still in my teenage years. I know what your going through. It hurts. I don't know how I've managed this far without killing myself or anything like that because I know I've cheated Death so many times already. One thing that keeps me going is always focusing on the good. If I don't feel happy I will FIND something to be happy about. I always start with I'm dead. I still can help those around me. I live to help so its a major plus for me. You say you want to die. So being alive may not be a plus to you. Why not start with your brothers. They are still here and in your life. Thats a blessing and a great one. You had an amazing woman adopt you. Another blessing there.

Have you ever been on a nature trail and took your time just walking? I advise you to do this. Look at the beauty in all of whats around you. Listen to the worlds harmony. Smell the flowers. God blessed us with a beautiful world. Going on walks reminds me that God created a beautiful world and that its not all bad. There is happiness and beauty in the simplest things.

You know there is a chance you are Bi-Polar. I have had friends who had BP. Its nothing you can control. Theres nothing you could have done to prevent it. So talking to a shrink could help you, but you should go of your own free will. No one can force you.

I'm sorry your childhood wasn't easy, but just remember you went through it for a reason. All those challenges made you strong. Your a strong man today. You hit some rough roads in the past but they made you who you are today.


I'm praying for you.
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Love is the only point really.

Self-medicating is usually never good. You should go to a counsellor, maybe a psychiatrist. Get some help with those cycling mood swings in a healthier way.

Dying. it's the one thing we don't have to worry about in life. It's a sure thing. We're all little corpses to be, dying the minute we're conceived. No need to hurry it up.
 
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Hello. I would advice readers to not read beyond this point if you don't wish to have your day ruined. It's not a pleasant read. I'll mention a couple of things that may not be appropriate for you to read right now. Then again, I guess you clicked this link for a reason ..

I'm up and down. Ever since birth. It's not just something that started happening recently. I've been blessed with a great upbringing. I have parents that love me so, and I've got three brothers that I would give my life for. I'd take the bullet instead of them. What can I say.

I'll try and summarize in a readable manner. I can't promise it'll be a short read. I'm probably writing this more for the sake of just saying it than wanting to keep my readers happy, if there are any.

I was born where you wouldn't want to be born. My parents were both alcoholics and they were probably using heavy drugs. If there was a party, they were there. Kids? Nah. There's a party going on! I'm talking about my biological parents (whom I've forgiven a long time ago.). And the day came when it was enough. I was picked up by the police one late night and taken to a children's home.

Spent - I don't know, 2-3 years there. A woman worked there, talked to her sister, the woman I now consider the only real mother I ever had - was allowed to go with them - they took good care of me from that day on, and still do. I love them. I'm going to mention this: They couldn't have children - before they adopted me - and my brother, he was brought in from Korea. - And THEN two years after (1984) - then they got a son. And got another. My brothers. I just know it isn't a coincidence. It was meant to happen.

My upbringing was good. Well, o.k. I wasn't like everyone else in some ways, but hey, who was? Anyway, I always felt like there was something I knew that no-one my age could know. I kept quiet a lot, but didn't hesitate to talk about anything if asked, and even volunteered to talk about stuff on occasion. Again - a lot of my upbringing was what a lot of people would consider 'normal', 'decent', 'good'. And it's true.

I'm now 28. Some say that's when the cricis comes sneeking in upon you. What are you going to do about your life? Where are you going? Kids? Familiy? Career? ETC? Yerr.. heh. I feel like this thing has been going on since day one. Only difference I feel now is I may be moving toward explaining it better. Seriously. What the heck is this..? Life? Oh noes! Crisis! Maybe. But I wanna die. Sometimes.

I've tried. I could have tried harder. I went to school, I almost finished high school. By almost, I mean I could have, I'm smart, but I figured I wanted to live. So I 'did'. Met people and started partying, you know.. girls.. drugs.. all that stuff. And it didn't just last 1/2 a year, more like a few years - and then no more. You know they say that all those 'friends' will dissapoint you in the end - but I can say this: NO. I found someone who were more of a friend to me than most of the people I grew up with. But:: to be fair - some of them, some of the people I grew up with are totally allright. They know who they are, or will one day know. Can't be 'replaced.' Either way - I met some awesome people during High School+

I kept going for a while. I've always wanted to do the right thing, but hey, who can? Can you? Well. I kept on going in the same track I were on from High School on for a couple of years, or more. And then..

A couple of years ago, something happened. I met Christ again. And HE LIVES. He does. He is alive! That's indeed awesome. In fact, it's more fantastic than anything else. I guess I'll have to repeat that. It's more fantastic than everything else! For sure. Because I did meet him, and he is still a great support for me. He is awesome. You may want to ask me how? All I can say is that it's true. The Bible says that he will reveal himself to you if you call upon him. And I can't explain how he does that. But he does.

But I want to die sometimes. My highs are soooo good, but my lows just make me want to sink into oblivion. I've made a deal with myself that every time I know these thoughts are coming, and every time I consider walking over to grab a knife and point to one of my veins, I'm going to stop myself. Because I promised. I promised myself. I promised the Most High. And I try to do that. And it works. But I still want to die sometimes. That would be a 'nice, easy' solution. But it's neither. It's neither nice nor easy.

Right now I have to say this; that I don't expect you to understand (no, I don't mean NOOO YOOO DON'T UNDERSTAND), I mean I don't expect you to make any sense of what I'm writing, that's all.

Seriously. I should probably go see a shrink. Nah. And btw; I can tell you this: There's one there for me. And his name is 'I Am'. And remember this: He's gentle.

I still want to just lay down and die sometimes. And would I write this if it was a minor teenage thing, nothing to take any further notice of? Heh.. if you say so, maybe you know something I don't know, in which case please tell me, cause I'm sick, and I want to get well.

I find myself going off to grab some Cannabis or Alcohol sometimes. It helps me relieve some of the insane pressure that builds up in me sometimes. And I have a problem with it. I find I shouldn't do it, because it's not 'the christian thing to do, He wouldn't like it, what would He do if he walked in the room?' But I do it anyway. I'm stubborn. I do it. I get high, get drunk. These days it happens every week. Just so you know; I'm sober most of the time. And before you say anything about Cannabis; it's better than alcohol. Do I seem like an ignorant fool? I know what I'm talking about. It's better. Check it. I'm not saying it's good. Not saying any of it is good. I'm just saying I have means.

And now I'm boring you. I can promise you this: I could go on for another hour just typing. This took me ~20 minutes to get down on file. I see no point sometimes.
I understand every word you wrote. The question I asked God is what you get depressed about. There was no firm answer other than you have guilt over using weed and alcohol, and you are bi-poler.

I smoked weed for 24 years without stopping. I quit 9 years ago due to random testing on the job. One day 2 years ago I was really going through some "stuff". I was depressed to a point of self destruction. So, I asked HIM, how he felt about me smoking some weed. Believe it or not, this was his answer: "As long as it does not take you or lead you away from me, I don't have any problem with it."
In my case it may have, so I elected not to. But the same is true about alcohol.

What I am saying is that if your use of weed and alcohol are not taking you away from the Lord, in any way, then you don't need to feel guilty about it.

As for your bi-polarism (we used to call it manic/depressive), I pray to God for your deliverance. It is something that is normally caused by a chemical imbalance. Lord God of Israel, I pray for this child of yours. Please normalize his chemistry and deliver him from this curse. I pray this in the name of Jesus, Amen.

Last of all, if you would like to get as close to God as you can possibly get, here is a prayer you can say that will get you there if you believe and mean it:

Say, feel, believe and live this prayer. By doing this from your heart, you are giving yourself to God wholey, or completely. He will then take care of what is his.

Most Heavenly Father, I commit from this day forward to give you my entire being, 100% mind, body and soul.

Today I make you number one in my life over everything else. My desire is to put your needs above mine, so please refresh my spirit so that I may hear your spiritual voice.

I rebuke my flesh and desire to only hear the Holy Spirit.

I make it my purpose in life to be a blessing to you at all times. Please lead me and change me so that I can become one-in spirit with you. I understand that when I become one-in-spirit with you, I will take on your character, becoming like you.

That is my hearts desire, to be filled with love, kindness, mercy, goodness, patience, tolerance, understanding and joy.

I offer myself as your loving child today, and ask you to be my loving father.

I place myself, my very life, in your hands with complete trust, knowing that you are all I can depend on, and the only way I can survive.

Lord, I have complete faith in your desire and ability to meet my every need.

To sum up this prayer of redemption sweet Lord, I offer you my complete true, unrestricted LOVE.

Thank You for accepting me as your loving child today.

I pray this in the Name of Jesus, to You, The Father, AMEN!
 
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