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Thank you once again. I appreciate your help

Thank you very much for your support and advice

Thank you, Lisa. The reason I decided to give these forums a shot is seeing the support each member gives each other. It's nice to know there are good people out there somewhere. I appreciate your advice.

Thank you both for taking the time to reply. Your advice has given me a lot to think about. It is much appreciated. I think I like the idea of writing it all down. It's the only way I could do it right now.

I've had a hard time trying to find people to talk to. Being me, I could never do this sort of thing in person. I smile, I laugh and I keep it all in. You know, Keep Calm and Carry On. If I feel something, it stays locked away or typed up and saved in a little file called 'Mind'. It's taken me a whi...

People can be horrible, and cruel, but don't let a rotten few spoil the rest. One day, you'll meet people who will genuinely appreciate and care about you. You'll meet someone you love, and who loves things about you that you did not even know existed. You'll have friends who accept you, and want to...

I'm unsure about it. What if all the pain and anguish I feel is simply self-pitying, pathetic excuse to gain attention or to avoid functioning like an ordinary person? Can anybody tell me about their first encounter / session with a Professional? Is it difficult and uncomfortable? I wish I knew how ...