I have been feeling really down lately and trying to keep that fake smile on my face. Even when I see my friends, a piece of me is really missing like half of my heart is gone somewhere in this huge, big universe that I don’t want to explore. I’m always trying not to cry even though I have some real friends here on ribblr but I really just don’t know what to do at this point. Does anyone, anyone have some advice for me, i don’t care if it’s dumb but I just need something to make me smile at this point.
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stay strong, you’re just being tested how strong you really are and you will soon enter a new phase that will be full of positive vibes. you’ve got this
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I don’t know exactly how your feeling but IF you want to die (I’ve been through it and this goes for everyone out there) give yourself something to look forward to every week. Like if your an adult, buy a lottery ticket on Sunday, and see if you won on Saturday. It helps.
(If anyone reading this needs to vent, private message me)
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I get that feeling. Usually when I feel that way it means I’m really overstimulated and overwhelmed and I need to separate myself from the situation and cry. I have an undiagnosed chronic illness that my doctors have basically given up on trying to figure out. There was about 6-10 months where I was completely stuck like this. Why should I try to be happy if I’m just gonna be in pain? Or when I was trying to be happy I just didn’t feel it. Sometimes trying to be happy makes you unhappy. Which is so stupid, but it’s true and it sucks. It’s really hard and life’s stressful. Give yourself a break. Try to figure out what’s making you feel this way (sometimes there isn’t a reason but it depends) try to minimize or eliminate those things from your life. As @sluginamug said, give yourself something to look forward to, it really helps. For me currently that’s my boyfriend and crochet. I’m terrible at giving advice, especially since I still struggle with this a lot, so sorry. You sound like a really strong person. I think you’ll make it out of this okay, even if it doesn’t feel like it. My dms are always open in case you or anyone else needs a space to vent. 
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I’m so sorry that you’re not feeling 100% yourself! Life is crazy, and it sure is a roller coaster of ups and downs. I’ve had my fair share as I’m sure everyone has! There’s even spots in my life that are completely blacked out, just because I was feeling so terrible and numb. For me, it was due to my circumstances but for many others is can be a chemical imbalance in your body. If you’re a younger person, I highly recommend telling your parents or guardians how you’re feeling. As a parent myself, I’d want to know so I can understand you need extra support. The things that helped me- trying new things and redirecting where my attention was going. That was learning how to cook delicious food, getting outside and connecting with nature as often as possible, playing with my kids, playing video games, watching comforting shows, taking up new hobbies I’d had an interest in. Talking to level headed friends about what was bothering me. And every Friday I make a cake and we have a movie night just to celebrate getting through another week. I think celebrating the small wins in life is very important. And over time, I’ve found myself again, and am enjoying life now more than ever! Be patient with yourself, talk to your people, talk to a therapist, do fun things when you can, even when you don’t feel like it, and give yourself time. Everything will work out! I can’t tell you how many crisis’ I thought I’d never get through but did. I believe in you, and I know you can get through this! 
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I Hope you feel better but when I feel like this I usually feel lonely so I try to do nice things with friends that I enjoy like swimming or going to the beach
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THIS!!!
VERY MUCH THIS!!! PLEASE!!! Praying helps too 
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Also a chronic pain warrior here and when I felt like you have that’s when I sought out groups of people who shared the same interests. It was at this time that Unravel & Unwind C.I.C began, I set up a space where others could come and do craft while socialising. We found that it was easier to chat while looking down at what you were doing instead of making eye contact, it really helps others who are going through stuff like this.
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Pain (any pain, physical or emotional) is so hard to get through. There is no advice that make it easier, just having people around you who you trust enough to tell them how you’re feeling helps. Just know that you are not alone and we got your back 
I’ve been through my fair share and learning to be kind to myself and take care of myself is what allows me to go through tough times like that. It’s not like it goes away completely and the world is all sunshines and rainbows, but it becomes more tolerable and you become able to see past it at some point.
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Don’t be afraid to reach out to a doctor or therapist for help. Sometimes feeling this way is caused by a chemical imbalance and there are medications they can prescribe to give you relief. Or even just seeing someone to talk to may be helpful. For me, positive outlets like crochet and exercise help. Sending you many hugs and healing vibes, you got this!
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@anon12722758 @sluginamug @LuckyKnotofGold @starlitxstitches @Yarntasticy @LadyinBlueWater @FayeLamb @Winternightmare @Lefthandstitches
Thank you so much for your support!
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Ofc! Hope you feel better soon!
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I have been through this myself and the best thing that I did to get out of this state was give my life to the Lord and fellowship with the church. It may seem complicated but it is worth everything. Hope this helps!
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I think i get you. Now, i dont want to assume what you’re going through because I know everyone is different. Just remember that you are worth anything and everything in this big bright beautiful world. We are all here for you. I personally have been going through a rather rocky part of my life, and personally, ive found that venting through journaling can help. I will sometimes write down anything and everything that’s wrong with my life atm. Then I either try to see what good will come from each one, but if thats too hard, i will literally tear up the paper and throw it away. But after I ever do the second, I will sit down and pray and/or run through my day, picking out every small little thing that was good. Even if one of them is just the fact that you didnt break any bones. Take some time for yourself, make/buy some good food 
and do what makes you happy. I personally L-O-V-E volunteering. Even just adding a little extra tip to a small business or smth. In my experience, it really helps put your situation into perspective. Remember you are worth it no matter what you do. God makes beautiful and meaningful pieces of art, not mistakes.
In the moment of a storm, rain may seem bad. Dark, scary, mysterious, unwanted. But without rain, we cannot have water, plants, rainbows, animals, or anything. Be grateful for the “rain” in your life, for that is the only way your flowers can bloom.
Thank you for reading my long post 
i hope all of you have an amazing day. Praying for you!
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I think there are a lot of times when I feel that I can’t take it anymore. Somehow I keep going and the bad feelings fade away. Sometimes it is another person intentionally making my life difficult such as my work colleague who has started bullying me for no reason. Our supervisor and other upper management are aware of this. That is the most important thing, don’t go through this alone.
Talk to the important people in your life. If necessary consult with a professional to make sure you get the support that you need
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What an absolutely BEAUTIFUL community of people we have here on Ribblr. This touches my heart so much. I don’t really have anything to add because so many people already covered anything I would say but man y’all are AMAZING! To everyone on here struggling I’d carry that weight for you if I could. Keep on keeping on. ;Your story isn’t over yet; Look forward to the next chapter.
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Hey! I don’t know your beliefs, but go to god and pray about it. (Or whoever you believe in) people have a big misconception that he is judgmental and that he is this insensitive god but truly he loves us, his son died for us and ge wants us to be better and happy.
If you aren’t religious I would kinda recommend stepping back for a second and really putting into thought what things bring you joy, temporary joy v. Long lasting joy, and what things are hurting you…
If people are hurting you try to forgive them… that doesn’t mean put yourself in toxic situations but I’ve found harboring feelings of sadness and feeling wronged only make me sadder.
Know that you are a beautiful person with a beautiful spirit and that god loves you and knows you
Again if you’re not religious know that you were made exactly how you were meant to be and trials make us stronger. Life is tough but you got this! It’s okay to talk about your feelings and really writing them down helps a lot!
Try to find the habits and things that bring you down and correct them!
For me it is staying off my phone a lot and combatting the endless scrolling of social media and instead doing things that creat joy and are productive! That’s why I got into crocheting :))
Anyways I hope this helps
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I feel that way almost ever day, too. I’m a Christian, so I pray for God’s help and guidence. Some days are worse than others, of course. But you just need someone to be there for you. I encourage you to talk to a true friend. If they’re truely your friend, they, too, will encourage you and cry with you. Praying for you!! <3
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Another thing to add
(Sorry, I have felt the same way so much and I never want others to feel that way) is to try and better yourself by doing good things! I loveee service!!! It makes me so happy to do things and gift things to others. I used to be stuck in a mentality of “I don’t gain anything from this. I feel alone. I wish I wasn’t here” and I felt very sad and alone. I tried and still try to combat that by trying to make others feel welcomed and loved and by thinking of others instead of (I also do this a lot) self pity. It’s helped me a lot… so service, being the one to reach out and thinking of others has helped me a bunch!! But also I am not you and don’t want to be insensitive to you and your feelings and I am far from perfect and still sometimes feel that way! So just do what is best for you! This is just my advice ig
You’re amazing!
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