Hmm. Part of the reason that it is so scary is that the world expects you to be ready. And to know what you want, to make decisions that will affect the rest of your life when only a year ago you had to raise your hand to even ask to use the bathroom. And plus when you feel this way, especially since you have your whole life ahead of you, instead of looking like hope it looks more like a monster ambling towards you. It's pretty terrifying. I can definitely understand the feeling of looking into a bleak future or something that doesn't even resemble a future, but more of an abyss.

Anyway, Kamiomi, I wouldn't lump all therapists and external help as fake. Especially in the times that I needed help the most, I really couldn't help myself. And so I've had to depend on plenty of people that I didn't know and hoped that they understand my situation to give me slack in academics and some sort of healing so that I could improve. And eventually I did. I can understand if they seem threatening but I would suggest giving them a chance because if you're looking for hope, you may find it in the oddest of places. In particular, if you're having trouble I would try to talk to a school adviser. I promise they've seen stuff like this before and can help create a plan of attack for you.

It's definitely good to let these sorts of feelings out though so definitely feel free to talk with us and your friend--even if they don't share the same views as you.

Alright, I'm not exactly sure what kinds of lives that people live since I'm not out of college yet either but I can say that there are millions of ways to live your life and I'm sure you can find one that will suit your needs

And no worries! We're here for you