Hi Angel Joy
I’m sorry your sister let you down and that your mum overlooked your letter. The sad truth is that a lot of people don’t get mental health. And they are scared of what they don’t understand.
But you and I both know that anyone can fall ill at any time. There is no shame in being unwell. Now here’s the really important bit: people may fall ill but they also get better. And that’s why I want you to keep thinking about trying to get help.
The good news is that you told us and we get it. You were smart and brave to find your way here and we’ll just keep working the problem till we come up with a plan.
I think it might help to reduce your fear if we could break down the task of telling someone.
Let’s start by trying to work out if you think you could try talking to someone anonymously? If you think you could try that, Kids Helpline is great.
They are trained professionals who help children like you all the time. There is nothing you could say that would shock them. No need to be embarrassed. If you don’t feel comfortable you just hang up the phone.
The other option is to think about school because you’ll be back to soon. Does your school have a counsellor? Do you have an old favourite teacher?
How are you feeling tonight?
