ATS Emotional Support, page 1

After starting this thread, I have decided to make a thread JUST for people to ask for emotional support, and for people to offer such support...
I know I said I was going to wait, but decided to start it anyway. Just so it's out here for everyone to use.

As Asktheanimals said:

Originally posted by Asktheanimals
This world can be a cruel and lonely place and often real life friends and family aren't available or sadly, don't care.
You can always find people here who do. Not just lip service, but people who will listen and offer experiences from their own lives that relate to your own loss. People who won't judge you either.

I couldn't agree more, hence this thread. It's almost always easier to open up and talk to a stranger than it is someone you know personally.
So, please DON'T be afraid to ask for any kind of emotional support...we WILL be here for you, and you will NOT be judged.

A list of members who are willing to help via u2u and/or this thread thus far:
(feel free to add yourself to this list by posting)
(NOTE: We are not trained professionals, but we are willing to lend an ear and offer our assistance however we can.)

*Asktheanimals
*Phantom traveller
*Rustyk
*David134
*PurpleChiten
*Nukeguy
*nightstalker78
*Lasr1oftheJedi

(When I'm unable to edit this post further, I will u2u anyone who posts in here for help with the most recent list.)

reply to post by Rustyk

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Do you offer financial support?

reply to post by Rustyk

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Thanks ...Appreciated finely ...

reply to post by Rustyk

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Dear Rustyk,

F&S. We may disagree on many things on ATS, arguments occur all the time; but, when someone's mother or brother or spouse or whatever is sick or dies, the arguments mean nothing. We may disagree with one another's beliefs; but, we all know what it is to have certain pains in our lives. Our time spent on ATS debating things would mean nothing if there were not people on the end whether they agree with us or not. Good sentiment.

reply to post by Shadow Herder

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We are no Junkies. He #ed the wrong girl...When the diagnose is positiv it let this girl suffer

reply to post by Rustyk

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proof ats is a real community, not just web site.

Excellent thread. I know it might not mean much, but if an ear will help, there's always one here. ^.^

Originally posted by SkullAndBeats235
reply to post by Shadow Herder

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We are no Junkies. He #ed the wrong girl...When the diagnose is positiv it let this girl suffer

Calm down dude. Wait until the test results come back before you get upset.

From this post i'm getting you're wanting the girl to suffer...why? How do you know she knew she had it? Don't you think she'd be just as devastated to learn she has it?

reply to post by SkullAndBeats235

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I agree with Chiten here, WAIT....until you and he know what the results are you can't do anything but be there for each other.
As for her, just leave her to her own devices. She is going to have to deal with this as well, and if you all don't get along then you need to remain separated. If you can get along, be there for her too, she is probably suffering just as much as you guys are.
I am keeping you in my thoughts and hope things turn out for the best. As another stated, there are treatments out there. So keep your spirits up and do keep us informed (me at least). Don't be afraid to message me if you need anything.
Take care!

reply to post by Rustyk

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Very much apreciated for the offer, but luckily I am more mentally stable than most folks.
Escpecially considering there are many on meds.


In general, I'd worry about folks who would seek mental help in an online forum.
Careful what you say or type, it can and will be held against you.

reply to post by g146541

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I discourage seeking of MENTAL help here. I am offering EMOTIONAL support. When things get rough, it can be nice to just vent, and be heard. To know you aren't alone.

Originally posted by Rustyk
reply to post by g146541

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I discourage seeking of MENTAL help here. I am offering EMOTIONAL support. When things get rough, it can be nice to just vent, and be heard. To know you aren't alone.

Tomato, Tomahto.
Potato, Potahto.
I'd be careful "venting" to even my close friends yet alone doing it online.
Some people are truly alone nothing can be done about that, even with all of the "I'm here for yous" in the world.
I just want to caution folks on what they'd be willing to type into their collection box.

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