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Are you ever overwhelmed by your emotions?

Like they completely consume you.

I cry so much it hurts to breathe, I’m exhausted by it but they’re still there, filling my every thought. It doesn’t matter how much emotion I let out, it just refills twice as fast. Events make past traumas so fresh and raw, it just doubles the pain and upset.

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Punxi · 26-30, F
You...are not alone. Regardless of how you may believe so...you're not. Know in your heart that your pain, at this moment is shared. ❣
SW-User
@Punxi thank you
Punxi · 26-30, F
@SW-User Thank you. Two people carry shit, it ain't so heavy.
Sometimes.
Maybe try writing:
What are the facts of what happened or the situation? Just what you heard, saw, smelled (the sensory observations).
What thoughts are you having about those facts?
What do you need in this situation?
What specific (time based and doable) action would meet your need?
How can you provide this for yourself?
SW-User
@hartfire that all makes sense until the situation is that someone is dying and there’s nothing I can do
@SW-User
There's lots you can do.
You can help to comfort that person and his/her loved ones.

People meet death with more calm if they have the chance to resolve leftover issues. (I'll use "they" because I don't know the gender.)

Always check whether they are in pain; try to get better medications for them if necessary.
Check whether marijuana would help with pain and/or appetite.

Ensure they get their favourite foods and drinks, and are kept clean, warm and comfortable.
The smallest things can help make-up, hair, shaving, music, incense or oil burner, flowers - all their favourites.

Time with their pets if possible.
Visits from friends and family.

If they are feeling anxious, fearful or depressed, listen deeply and actively. Accurately reflect their reality back to them so they know you have really heard.
Tell them how much you love them and will miss them when they're gone.

You can ask:
What they are proud of having achieved?
What were the moments in life that they enjoyed the most?
Is there any action they regret and would like to make amends for? If so, what can be done (on their behalf)?
Is there anyone they want to say sorry to? (Organise the meetings, zooms, facetimes or phone calls for them - or assist them to do these if they can.)
Are there any undone things that need to be resolved?
Do they need to write an Advanced Health Directive and?or a Will? If so, help them find the help they will need - lawyer, doctor etc.
Let them know that you will help them in any way you can to ensure that their wishes and needs are met.

If all of these have/are already attended to, then just sit with them as often as you can - share your news, discuss mutual interests, reminisce about times shared. Let them know what kinds of difference they have made to your life. Be sure they know you love them.

For yourself, allow yourself to feel the grief in all its phases. It will come in all forms like weather. It's okay, even when it's overwhelming. The more you allow yourself to feel it, the deeper your wisdom and understanding of human nature will grow.
@SW-User Be by their side till their physical end & [i]try[/i] to stay 💪.
pedrohedgerow · 61-69, M
Where animal cruelty is involved,I implode.
Yes but I find it hard to cry mostly because I know it'll make me feel worse.
Take it easy on yourself Soph ❤ I hope things get easier for you. You are not alone.
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@PiecingBabyFaceTogether thanks lovely, it’s just a tough time right now
smiler2012 · 56-60
like anybody really some are really consumed by a simple memory of somebody no longer around and there emotions can get the better of them [sophiesmiles]
SW-User
@smiler2012 it’s losing someone adding to the pain of those I’ve already lost
SW-User
[quote]I cry so much it hurts to breathe, I’m exhausted by it but they’re still there, filling my every thought[/quote]
Exactly. Exactly exactly.
pedrohedgerow · 61-69, M
Yes,and I consider it a super power.
I have always found tears easy to come by when confronted by cruelty,especially to animals.
If ever I lose this ability,then I have lost my soul.
Pour it out to breathe free and life gets easier for a while. Cycle need to be repeated.
Rolexeo · 26-30, M
Listening to music like that makes it 10x worse
SW-User
@Rolexeo yep
reubles · 41-45, M
No, and I'm dying 🤷‍♂️
theAlchemist · 56-60, M
For the most part, no.
Woofwoof15 · 22-25, F
Ah yeah All the time..I'm a big cry baby
iamonfire696 · 41-45, F
Yah sometimes it’s so bad. I am sorry you struggle with this Sophie.
SW-User
@iamonfire696 I’m really struggling with it
iamonfire696 · 41-45, F
@SW-User I know and I really hate that. I wish you would feel better.
SW-User
@iamonfire696 more things keep happening and it just gets worse

 
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