I'm torn about whether it is helpful to post here. There is some sense of relief in telling the secrets, but telling one secret reveals in my mind even more secrets that I've buried. Is it wise to keep uncovering this stuff that's been buried for years?

Sometimes the chat is better for me with a real live person on the other side. But many times I force myself to come here instead of going elsewhere only to find that no one is in chat. I'm not saying people should hang around and wait for any of us to show up, but maybe some of you have suggestions on what to do when you're feeling kind of desperate and sign in to find no one at home ???