Toxic Mind.

[Alexa1401]

Hi,

I would really appreciate it if someone could help me.

I can't get out of my own mind. I have depression. Its getting to a point where it feels like it will never ease up. Life has thrown a massive curve ball once again. My mum has been diagnosed with stage 4 non smokers lung cancer and bone cancer. Im to young to lose my mum. I cant get past the thought that she will never see me get married, have children or even see me go through life. I never really got to spend quality time with her as we have all been working non stop. And now the quality time i have with her is because shes sick and needs 24/7 care. Theres so many other factors as to why i have decided to reach out to someone, anyone for help. I just feel so alone and not my happy bright self. I would do anything to go back to being happy. Even for a day.

I would appreciate if anyone could help me or even reach out and say tat they feel the same so its not so lonely.

Thanks

[Sophie_M]

Hey Alexa1401,
Welcome to the Beyond Blue Forums, we’re so glad you have chosen to reach out tonight and acknowledge your strength in doing so.  

We’re so sorry to hear about your mother’s health, this must be a really hard time for both of you. Please know that our community is here to listen and work through this difficult time with you. How can we best support you Alexa? Please let us know. I know it doesn’t feel like it now but there is hope that things can get better. Have you thought about calling Beyond Blue? We’re available 24/7 at 1300 22 4636 where our friendly counsellors can offer support and advice.

You may also want to reach out to SANE Australia 1800 18 7263 they may be able to provide you with support, information and ideas about where you can go to get help.

We’d ask if you can check back in whenever you feel comfortable Alexa. We look forward to hearing from you.
 

[Desedrata]

You are not alone we are here. I am sorry that your mother is ill and that you have not been able to spend the type of quality time together that you both deserve. I can't even begin to imagine what you are both going through right now. I just wanted you to know there is somebody here and to reassure you that there are many good people on this forum, who will be thinking of you both during this trying time.

Big hug

Desedrata

[Loco23]

News of someone in the close family having cancer is devastating. My condolences go out to you and your family. I've had A LOT of cancer diagnoses in my family. Particularly dad's side- he came from a family of about 15 brothers and sisters and in the last 5 - 10 years a lot have been diagnosed. My own dad had cancer about 6 years ago and it really effected me. It's rough because I was trying to care for him whilst also asking myself in my head "is he going to make it?" In short, I know how emotionally and mentally taxing it can be. As cliché as it sounds, you just have to take it one day at a time. Try and bring your family together, it can help. You'll all be experience the same or very similar emotions during this time.