I want to live but I don't want to. I'm stuck. I feel I need to do it.

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JustAnotherUser

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I'm not going to get too personal or into for what's going on and why I feel this way. I'm only going to share what I'm okay with for now.

At my age you would think that I would at least be doing something right now. Pursue college, knowing what I want to do, having a part-time job and going out and try having some freedom. That's not the case. Matter of fact, any of it isn't the case. I'm a depressed, useless waste of a human being that's at home and not sure what to really do. After some things that's happened in the past I don't feel like I'm completely over it, at all. I haven't went to the community college I was recommended to start off with since I flunked because I don't want to be in a similar environment as I've had during high school. Worst four years of my life and I think it's completely changed me. I've been ignored that I found that something may in fact have been wrong with me but people kept sliding it off as teen angst. I come from a dysfunctional household. In turn I've had anxiety and it's at the point if I can bring myself to leave the house it can only be so far and I have to stay away from people as possible - and this is on occasions. I don't like the environment I'm in, there's way too many familiar people. We're hoping to move and maybe by then I can have a fresh start, a new beginning. I'll even go as far as to try being a new person with a different identity because the person I see and been in for over twenty years has had more disappointments and fear than anything else. It started when I was about three or four at least and I never felt normal and I have many things wrong with me. I sense that I'm a bit slow because it took a bit longer for me to process things than everyone else around me and some had no shame to point out I was like some retard. I have an older brother who's in a group home due to his autism and now it looks like there's two failure of kids. What helps with me worrying about him is that one person at the group home died earlier this year due to some neglect and if anything happened to my brother that way I don't know what I would do. Sad thing is I seem to be worrying about it most than my own parents who apparently have him under his care. I have little to no support and I've been waiting for a phone call so I can actually go to some place to get some sort of counseling. No luck and I may have to drag myself over there again and fill out the paperwork... again. I've withdrawn from what I had left in my life due to shame which included family members that may have wanted to meet up with me after a few years at least. But I still have to put on a face like nothing is wrong and if anything's wrong I must hide it. I want to move on and find what truly makes me happy, I really do. Veterinary field had an interest for me for a very long time and I feel I might want to go back to it even if it's something that has a low salary and not that much education to it. I'd rather have my time spent with animals than other human beings anyway. Even while searching through some stuff and found that this college has online courses I can't seem to even get what requires for that right, so of course I start breaking down like a five year old. I'm trying hard not to lose it. If I actually let my feelings out then it's only going to lead me into some mental institution. -_- I never asked for any of this. I regret everything. I want to die because there's no use to have useless people in society but I know that there's basic reasons to live. I don't want this family to be torn apart. My father especially is what I worry most despite how we always have fights and he's simply a jerk. I'm just so torn. The computer is really my only escape and has been. Tomorrow I'm supposed to try going back to the place I'm supposed to get help and see what's what and if I can actually just apply to it and at any given date soon as possible. I just can't take this any longer.

Of course this is a rant because I really can't express this anywhere else and when I have I've had some bad experiences too. Not going to get into that since it's even more pointless. I just want to know if there's any direction going for me and if not then I need to have some peace knowing no matter what happens everything will be okay. It's under prayer request since I don't see any other place suited and if I go under miscellaneous I think I'm just going to be a damper out of the positive topics on there. Thank you for your time.
 

jogoldie

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I'm reading this trying to figure out why someone would ever think you are slow or as you said retarded...anyone who could
write like you do seems pretty intelligent to me....not everyone learns or progresses the same...im different and im far from
Normal......when I was twenty all I wanted to do was play sports....as you were writing I saw a light when you said the
veterinary field...did you know they have vocational schools for this....nothing like high school...its hands on and I think you
would be good at this ...you show a lot of heart....thats God in you....or get a job at a shelter or vet office...I know life started out
rough for you and for that im truly sorry...but you my dear girl you are a daughter of the most high God and He has big plans for
you...if you just have alittle faith and trust you will see it gets better...pray for your brother put him in Gods hands....
He will take care of him.....please find someone that you trust to talk to.... someone who will be in your corner...
Anyone who can deal with what your dealing with and still be wise and go to God is a strong woman....
I'm rooting for you baby sister...May God bless you and keep you close....pm me anytime........in Jesus,s name......
 
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JustAnotherUser

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Thanks for your response. I was checking to see if anyone responded just before going to bed. In all honesty, I don't see any light. I really only found out recently that I may want to go to the vet choice or anything related to it because I really have nothing else to offer. :/ It's just going about it that's frustrating and upsetting me and I have literally no support whatsoever.

Thank you for taking the time for your nice response, it means a lot. I'm not highly religious or anything so I doubt God would really be working in me. Otherwise I wouldn't be in the position I am at now, I'm sure. That's sort of a long story in itself. Thanks for offering for me to message you as well.
 
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jkalyna

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Amazing letter. Like a maze where does life begin, and don't want to look at he mirrors, lost in thought. I would say you've lost hope, but you wrote this prayer request, with faith, and that is hoping expecting answers. Discouragement a tool of destruction.
It says, to bring every thought into captivity, Your story is none the less different than any other. This is why Jesus gives us life, for without him there is no life. Everything hangs on that branch of disobedience that lead to the curse. Jesus came to save us, That's why people say are you saved, not knowing from what, just nod, because a prayer was said. You need to know your identity who you are in Christ, or who you could be, well I'm not a therapist, so I will pray,
Our Father, we come to thee personally, take this heaviness, and this baggage , let her eyes be as doves eyes, not turning to the left or right, but focusing on you Jesus.
There is light in every situation, just pray, and read, the Psalms the 30's are encouraging. cheer up Life has a lot to offer you, it's up to you how you interact with life's difficulties, be positive, and have a dream in your heart...
 

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jogoldie

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Baby girl...I have two daughters and two granddaughters. ...so I know good woman when I meet them....your just dicouraged.....you dont have
to be religious to know God....Just love Him and accept Christ as your saviour and thats a big start...He will help you...He can only help you
If you go to Him....Hes right there waiting for you....He is the one who will never leave you....people will always let us down...He never will...
I am praying for you and I'll be here for you......just reach out.....
 
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jkalyna

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Well, your heart is in the right place for the Lord Jesus to heal you. He said, he came for the broken hearted, and to heal. He knows what's going on in your life, and you can't handle all this, turn it over to him. His hands are great, and strong, fall in love with him, and you'll find out that it is True Love that is real, it'll bring JOy to you, for the Joy of the Lord is our strenght. Hugs, your not a loser, evil is, don't go down that road of darkness. :)
 
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J-Kay-2

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I hear defeat in your voice as if you have been striving to be perfect.
I have news for you.... You are perfect.... in your humility you can't
see it, but in Gods eyes and the eyes of those here who care for you,
makes you perfectly normal.

I had a thought that perhaps the brother who has autism required
quite a bit of attention. Often times when one child requires attention,
the others are not noticed when they have needs. Or maybe you did
not want to talk to family about how you feel ? I know you said your
dad is a jerk. So I take it you don't have a relationship with him.

You know God is not like your Dad. God is loving and He put you here
on earth for a reason. I would ask, have you invited Jesus into your
heart? Have you prayed to God about your hurts ? If you have, please
believe He does care .

He sent you here. That is a start. You mentioned working with animals.
I felt that was excellent job for you. Animals are so loving and need loved.
Jo mentioned going to a trade school, which is good idea too. Also, if you
have the money if you worked for a vet part time, maybe you could take
course on Internet ?

We will be praying for you and believing you are going to be fine. This too
shall pass, believe me. We all have had moments when we felt we were
worthless. As you grow closer to Jesus, you will find you are a 'lover of
Christ.' You can then say... "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens
me."

Lord God, please lead and guide your Child and show You are near and Your
love knows no bounds. Also, no matter what has happened in the past, it is
over, and You are going to wipe the slate clean. Under the Blood of Jesus,
this precious one is redeemed. Amen and thank You Lord....
 

levi85

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Lord uplift him, guide and bless him, for he loves you and is committed to you. Amen
 
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JustAnotherUser

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Oh wow. I didn't even think I would get these responses. I know I said I was going to bed, but... You guys pretty much made my night. Thank you for understanding. :) I'm going to look back on this.
 

Toska

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As I read your post, I had tears in my eyes. After reading your words, I do not know how anyone, yourself included, could think you are slow. If it takes you a little longer to process some information, so be it. You sound to me like an intelligent young woman who is struggling right now. Struggling with anxiety, self-worth issues, concern about your brother. These things do not make you a lesser person. I see a young woman who is very caring, just confused and anxious right now.

I would love it if you would stick around here and chat with us some more. Maybe there are some here that could give you advice that will help you with how you are feeling. We do care about you and want to be here for you.

God loves you, sweetie. Please remember that always. He can help you with your burdens if you will just let Him. He loves you unconditionally and always. Even when you do not love yourself, He still loves you. It took me a long time to learn this, I pray that you will find the peace and comfort that He is willing to give you.
 
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JustAnotherUser

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Thank you Toska. :) What a very nice thing to say. I didn't mean to make anyone teary-eyed, haha.

I really do appreciate all of your words, guys. It made me feel better. I think you guys show the greater love and yet you don't even realize it. Thank you. <3
 

Toska

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No worries, I can be a bit emotional when I see someone struggling. The fact that you are feeling better brings me tears of joy:)
 
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JustAnotherUser

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I'm actually getting a little teary-eyed myself. I wish I could meet people as warm and welcomed, it'd make life a little bit easier. I'm glad they still exist somewhere.
 

Toska

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I know the internet is not the same thing as real life but, you know I would love to see you stay around and post here with us. You never know, you may make some lifelong friends. Two of my closest friends are women I met on the internet. We don't even live near each other but, we get together as often as we can. We also stay in touch through the internet, texts, and phone calls. You never know what God has planned--you may have a best friend somewhere on this site and not even know it yet:)
 
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JustAnotherUser

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I know with online friends. I've had one for well over four - five years that has helped me even though we never met in person and they helped more than I can say for the people I've met in real life. I don't know what I'd do without the internet or the online friend but at the same time it's sad due to not being able to see them in person. I'll stick around. :) Thanks for the encouragement. I am open for friends.
 
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TashMeyer76

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JustAnotherUser - thought you would just blend into the masses did you? LOL God bless you, we all care and we take matters posted on the forums serious. You are in our prayers as you may have realised by now. And know that you are an amazing chick! God Bless you.


Oh wow. I didn't even think I would get these responses. I know I said I was going to bed, but... You guys pretty much made my night. Thank you for understanding. :) I'm going to look back on this.
 
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JustAnotherUser

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Thank you Tash. :) I like you people, LOL. I never felt more welcomed than I am right now.
 

Toska

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I know with online friends. I've had one for well over four - five years that has helped me even though we never met in person and they helped more than I can say for the people I've met in real life. I don't know what I'd do without the internet or the online friend but at the same time it's sad due to not being able to see them in person. I'll stick around. :) Thanks for the encouragement. I am open for friends.
Even though I am old enough to be your mother, I would be proud to have you as a friend. Maybe I can help with some advice since I am older and supposedly wiser (not too sure about that). But, I am here to offer any help/advice/guidance you may need. Feel free to pm me any time. And, I am glad you are sticking around:) I think you are a very welcomed addition to cc.
 
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JustAnotherUser

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Thanks Toska. I would probably learn quite a bit from you older folks. :p Certainly would need it and wouldn't mind it, lol. I've also had my share with older people and they can range from wise and loving people to people that never got out of their teenager stage... unfortunately.
 

Toska

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You are a pretty wise young lady! I am definitely out of the teenager stage but I know plenty of people my age who think they are still in their teens. I am a fairly new Christian (less than a year) but, I do have a ton of life experiences that I can share with you. Just pm me with anything you want to ask or chat about. I try to check in at least once a day. I am off work today (school teacher) and usually don't have this much time to chat during the day but, I do check in the evenings.