I cant sleep. I cant enjoy a moment of silence. i cant enjoy my life. i cant even watch a movie without having the thought that I’m going to no longer exist one day. i cry about it every night before i fall asleep (if i do). i know people say that its just a part of life but honestly that scares me even more.
this has been going on for about 2 months now and it seems to be getting worse. i need help. i dont know what to do.
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listen bro, everyone and everything dies at some point. If you can’t change something why be worried about it?
What helps me (I’m only sharing so that maybe it can help you) is changing my perspective. Yes, everyone will die one day and that’s a harsh reality. But, you’re living and breathing! You have many years ahead of you to do fun things and meet people and live a fulfilling life. As I get older I start to get more comfortable with the fact that even though I won’t exist one day, I am able to live right now in the moment and take in everything around me!
This isn’t normal and you’re not alone. This happens to me, too. Do you have any kind of mental health provider? Things started getting better for me once I started getting treatment. I have a therapist and a psychiatric PA that I see. The feelings still come up sometimes, but I have a lot more tools and support now.
Edit: If you are in the USA, you can call/text 988. You can call for any kind of crisis, you do not have to be suicidal. They can help connect you to support in your area.
I had the same issue, I spoke to someone and found out it was about something else. Trust me, reach out and talk to a counsellor. If your work has access EAP then go on and book an appointment.
>i need help
That’s what to do. Find a therapist. Talk to a doctor.
There is help available, and it sounds a bit like you’re in a crisis.
You don’t have to tell me what it is if you’re not comfortable doing so, but if you think back to 2-3 months ago, did something happen that might have triggered this?
If not, are you approaching a major age milestone or the age where a loved one died?
hi, i had this same problem. turns out it was my anxiety & CPTSD and it was out of control. please get some help. i got very very sick from all the worry and panic attacks and lost a bunch of weight. i only gained it all back recently because i got on the right medication and i am in therapy.
i dont think about dying anymore. and when it does cross my mind, its for a small moment.