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Markness

Markness

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  • Markness
    Being single is not “cool” or “sweet.” In my case, it’s gotten me considered to be “weird” and even a potential serial killer in waiting. Is it any wonder why I am clinically depressed?
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    Markness
    Markness
    @tree It’s not the sole reason, just one of the biggest factors.
    Markness
    Markness
    @Luca I was indeed mistreated in addition to feeling inferior and wondering why I didn’t measure up to others. I also had propaganda like Left Behind and weird conspiracy theory nonsense read to me.
    tree
    tree
    @Markness
    Knowing as you do that some of your present feelings are
    based on events of the past is a good reason to come to
    an understanding that what's in the past is in the past,
    and stop hauling it forward with you.
    Markness
    I take setbacks hard because I don’t often get second chances and the few times I do often take years to come.
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    Markness
    Markness
    @Rodafina Don’t you think I’ve made attempts?
    Rodafina
    Rodafina
    @Markness
    Based on your question, it sounds like you have. Perhaps instead of finding second chances, we must create new chances. Cultivate agency.
    tree
    tree
    @Markness
    How about trying the revolutionary step of not telling yourself
    that anything less than perfection is utter failure?
    Markness
    My mother attempted to shame me for the AC bill.
    Markness
    I am turning 35 and I still don’t know what to do. :(
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    Tony Ramirez
    Tony Ramirez
    When I turned 46 back in June I was depressed for two weeks. It was all for nothing.

    My life is good. I have people who care for me and I am socializing.
    MMPATT01
    MMPATT01
    Just another milestone along your journey. I suppose we just keep looking forward and do the best we can.
    Markness
    Markness
    @AngelWitch No one wants to come to my birthdays anymore. :(
    Markness
    My situation feels so unusual as well as novel. I don’t get why I’ve been told that what I am going through isn’t uncommon.
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    Markness
    Markness
    @Aspychata But how can I find a girlfriend who is on the spectrum? Should I even ask out like say women who are working at gas stations if I find them attractive?
    Aspychata
    Aspychata
    You should ask woman out even if you don't find them attractive. You can just get comfortable talking to woman. As you get more comfortable, it gets easier. Look how long you worked at the library, it's now way easier, then when you started. It's these experiences that give us more confidence.
    Gerald Wilgus
    Gerald Wilgus
    I would ask out anybody I knew who I thought was intelligent, then afterwards decide if they are attractive. I had a hard time asking out women I did not know. Happily I decided to call my future spouse without knowing her because I thought it would merely be transactional - ride sharing to a trail maintenance project. Little did I know . . .
    Markness
    My detractors are probably celebrating the fact I am still single. :(
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    Markness
    Markness
    @AngelWitch The long stretches of loneliness and not getting to do certain things from not having a partner I don’t find to be worth it.
    Rodafina
    Rodafina
    Why would they be so invested? I don’t think they are thinking about you at all.

    Some of your friends here are thinking of you, like me. People who care about you will think about you. Others will not.
    Aspychata
    Aspychata
    There are trolls everywhere even irl. Don't live up to their expecting, live up to your own.
    Markness
    I don’t know whether it’s ok or not to ask out the women who work at Dutch Bros. who behave friendly to me, especially after they’ve seen me as a customer for a long while now.
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    Markness
    Markness
    I’ve asked her questions about stuff but I can’t recall what she said.
    Aspychata
    Aspychata
    Don't stress.
    Markness
    Markness
    Depression eats away my memories, especially if they were positive ones. It’s like it can’t stomach the bad ones and will vomit them back up.
    Markness
    I find it sad that I don’t have a loving partner but apparently it’s bad I feel that way.
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    Gerald Wilgus
    Gerald Wilgus
    Feeling sad is OK as long as it spurs you to change. It is only bad if all you are doing is stirring a pot of "woe is me."
    Raggamuffin
    Raggamuffin
    Perhaps try new positive routines like Tony. Yoga, fitness - things which get you out and about, and also working on your wellbeing. Exercise is proven to help with mood, and if it's also in a group setting you have the chance to speak to new people.
    L
    Luca
    How the hell did I select a laughing emoji on this one?? I'm so sorry, that was clearly an accident. I meant to click on the heart, I promise. :(
    Markness
    I am having nightmares in regular succession again. :(
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    tree
    tree
    Yes, surely.

    What insights are you able to derive from these experiences?
    Markness
    Markness
    I have no control of my life and others are always trying to harm me.
    tree
    tree
    'no control' and 'always'

    Those are examples of thinking in absolute terms,
    rather than matter of degree.
    Markness
    As much as Discord stressed me out, I sometimes feel like I am missing out not using it.
    Misery
    Misery
    Just because people use it doesnt mean it's a good thing. Everyone uses Twitter, and THAT is an utter cesspool. And I wouldnt take the relationship bit seriously. What you see/hear is often different from what is.
    tree
    tree
    www.verywellmind.com

    Do You Have FOMO? Here Is How to Cope

    FOMO, or the fear of missing out, is a real and increasingly common phenomenon that can cause significant stress. Learn how to recognize and manage it.
    www.verywellmind.com www.verywellmind.com
    Markness
    I arrived where the social mixer is supposed to take place but besides myself and an older gentleman, no one else, not even the event host, has arrived.
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    Aspychata
    Aspychata
    That's a bad sign. They should update you.
    Markness
    Markness
    @tree No to both questions.

    @Aspychata Stuff like this makes me not want to even bother with socializing anymore.
    Aspychata
    Aspychata
    Maybe don't depend on them for socializing. They don't aren't successful at organizing that. You just need to find another format. Spearhead a fund raising for the library? Take a poll on what improvements people would like to see at the library. Then be part of the effort. Great way to meet people. Or learn about applying for additional funding for your library.
    Markness
    I am glad there are those who care about me on this forum. :)
    Misery
    Misery
    I'm glad you're here with us.
    Rodafina
    Rodafina
    Same here, Markness. It is wonderful to have a caring community full of understanding and willingness to help each other out. None has to be perfect here. I am glad, too.
    Markness
    I am always alone at night these days. :(
    AdamG
    AdamG
    you are always very negative - I'm sure there are things you enjoy that you can share with us?
    Metalhead
    Metalhead
    Get an Xbox and join me in many adventures. I am sorry I cannot make a better offer since you are too far away. I would love to drag you to metal shows.
    KevinMao133
    KevinMao133
    I’m the same bro. Keep your head up brother. We here to support you
    Markness
    I keep waking up during sleep now. :(
    Rodafina
    Rodafina
    Breathing problems?
    Nightmares?
    Too hot?
    Too cold?
    Markness
    Markness
    The first two can sometimes wake me up. I also feel anxious even when I am tired and pain will suddenly surge in my body.
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