Lost and Alone

[Lost_Alone]

Hi All, 

I am feeling lost and alone lately. The pressures of life seem to be really pushing me down. I have spent the past 4 years trying to let go of my eldest daughter who moved away to uni and to start her own life. My youngest has mental health issues that are escalating at the moment and I feel alone in so many ways. My parents are supportive but still feel a bit distant. My bf doesn’t understand and sometimes makes things worse. I am pulling away from him too but can’t talk to him about what’s happening. He has very black and white thinking around this topic. 
I want to help my teen but don’t really know how. 
I want to help myself but the responsibilities keep piling up and my needs seem to always get pushed back

[Mark Z.]

Hi Lost_Alone,

I'm so sorry and I do understand your frastration.

When life challenges are out of your capability, it clearly indicates that you need support. Including professional support from relative organizations and emotional support from your own network.

Regarding professional support, there are different resources and solutions out there for your teen and yourself. Ringing beyond blue hotline and having a chat with an expert can be a good start. 

Regarding emotional support, except your parents, you can also talk to your close friends if they're available. 

Hope everything will be better.

Mark