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Originally Posted by Fuzzybear
Hi forum 
Some of the recent posts, have made me wonder. Do you think reading here is helpful to you, or does reading some posts “spoil” your mood?
It reminds me of a long time ago someone posted in response to a poster in distress (not me) saying “suicide is selfish and stupid”
To me, that is exactly the sort of thing that someone in distress does NOT want to see or hear.
I think people mostly need/want support and empathy, not lectures or rants in response which rarely have empathy.
What do you need/want when you post if you’re in distress?  |
I don’t think I personally need pity. I am looking for a new perspective. I appreciate when other people are compassionate. I appreciate talking with others who have been in my shoes and hearing what helped them get through it. I know I have to put in some work and I feel encouraged by others who have successfully worked at an issue and they are feeling better. ❤️