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Maybe i'm stuck here

PureWood740
PureWood740G
Feb 7

I didn't think life could get much worse than when my ex and I were separating almost 30 years ago during the custody battle, but now things feel even more challenging. It's almost as difficult as dealing with the workplace bullying that led to me being on disability-my hands are full, and it's really wearing on my heart. My stepdaughter and wife aren't listening to me, which is causing a lot of stress and grief.

I'm estranged from my kids because of an outdated system and my ex poisoning them against me; I also have no friends since who would want someone in such a difficult situation? My wife can be very controlling and manic, telling me what to do all the time. And my stepdaughter is struggling with alcoholism and has run out of money-my wife enables her, wihch adds another layer of complexity. This has pushed me to the end of my rope again.

Maybe I need to declutter, put necessary things in storage, and just simplify things further. Staying here seems too overwhelming, but leaving might be just as hard. At times, it feels lke the most viable option is something drastic-ending this very painful life. Whether I could manage to get medication prescribed or find a quiet place to do it-I just can't keep living like this anymore. I feel so worn out and defeated by everything.

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KindBrook459
KindBrook459G
Feb 7

I am truly sorry about what you are experiencing. Have you considered seeking help from a psychiatrist or counselor? They can offer support to manage your emotions and explore potential solutions to your challenges. Therapists often provide understanding and insight into clearer options. Consider discussing the outcomes you desire and how they can be achieved, focusing on what is best for you so that you can cope with your situation.

AnonymousG
Mar 2

I spent last year in the hospital due to a pulmonary embolism and underwent an embolectomy. I certainly wouldn't wish that experience on anyone. Since then, I've been taking blood thinners. Recently, the hospital staff asked if I wanted to consider medical assistance in dying. At that time, my wife was staying with our daughter for several days each week, leaving me alone at home. Now she lives full-time with me again, but it feels like a difficult situation without any support for someone in my circumstances.

SafePath540G
Mar 7

I was thinking maybe someone mentioned living a long life? Is it possible with the right diet and taking good care of oneself?

Also, I'm wondering if it might help to consider getting my daughter into some kind of therapy or counseling.

SafeWave918
SafeWave918G
Mar 9

Stepdaughter. Doesn't care about me despite my support over the years. Her brother died from fentanyl. She's pushing me towards suicide too

DeepSky767G
Mar 18

Se's really struggling with alcohol, totally in denial about it, and she's manic too-has two kids who are with their dad right now. I tried helping her but honestly, the system here is rougher than a pitbull on steroids. It treats people like they're rabid dogs and won't help you out unless there's absolutely no other way.
So, her toilet overflowed while she was drunk one night-her mom put her up in a hotel room because her basement suite is condemned now. But now her mom's credit card is over the limit and my sister got kicked out of the hotel too. They all blame me for everything from their brother's death to some stepson's suicide (RIP), just because they think I have mney. Like, they only want me around for my pension.

Me? I've had enough-but honestly, where can you go when everyone is using you and there's no support system at all?

WiseSand681G
Apr 18

u gotta push thru but priortize ur health lowkey tbh

TrueStar523
TrueStar523G
Jun 16

Medication and diet matter, so take them seriously.

RareStar539
RareStar539G
Jun 21

I'm feeling really down today, maybe I just need a break from everything

AnonymousG
Jun 27

I can understand how difficult your situation must be. I was once in a similar predicament, facing hopeless people and medical issues that seemed unsolvable. I gathered my belongings, ensured my financial stability, and left without hesitation. I sold what I could on Facebook Marketplace, rented an affordbale place, and furnished it with IKEA items while doing some renovations.

If that hadn't worked out, I would have moved to a new location. Consider your life as if it were a story, where you are currently in the chapter "Everyone is Using Me." You might want to start a new chapter called "How I Escaped My Prison." It may seem radical, but given your mention of suicide and Mr. Trudeau's pride in this (though that seems ironic), what do you truly have left to lose? Get out of your head and escape your current surroundings.

People might not assist or respect you now because they think you choose this situation. But if you manage to change your circumstances, you may find that those wiht good hearts will help you. I don't know your age, but you are not obligated to survive-though I would have chosen differently if it were easier. If you do survive, make life worth living for yourself or others.

Do a Houdini act and vanish from this difficult situation. Even if it fails, at least you will have tried. Explain to me why staying in this misery is your choice. By doing so, you might feel better and find the answers you are seeking

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