How do you tell someone they hurt you?

I just... don’t know how to do it. They don’t want to listen or hear what I have to say and all I want is some sort of apology... it’s tough putting on a smile and pretend everything is okay when it’s not. It hurts a lot and it feels like it will never be resolved

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JustLikeGreta · F

Time to move on, waste of time and energy if they will not listen...

JerseyGal · 51-55, F

@JustLikeGreta ^yes, this!^

Throger · 26-30, M

@JustLikeGreta I know it is... it just hurts. I hate losing people. I guess I’m way too sensitive, it’s how I am.

JustLikeGreta · F

@Throger Life hurts sometimes. No one wants to lose friends, etc.

JerseyGal · 51-55, F

@Throger It's not worth it trying to keep a friend, if you have to be fake and pretend all is okay when it isn't. A real friend wouldn't do that to you.

Throger · 26-30, M

@JerseyGal i went through hell and back... it really hurt and I tried to talk but it was my fault... still is. I spent many nights crying going through my feelings. Almost wound up back in the hospital.

JerseyGal · 51-55, F

@Throger Regardless of whose fault it is, you have attempted to discuss it. There's not much you can do if they are not willing to listen. You can continue to care, but you need to stop letting them use you. I'm sure they know you're hurting.