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When someone is down and then 30 minutes later is (overly)happy

Do you just go with it or check in ?
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cerealguy · 26-30, M
That sounds like they're really going through some internal instability and need some security and consistency in their lives. That's really unhealthy

Or they could be mentally really sick

Or perhaps they just went through a life changing moment

Or maybe they were super worried about something and it turned out that everything is okay
NOS4R2 · 41-45
@cerealguy I think they are going through some heavy stuff and are shrugging it off.
I'm a bit afaid to ask . Not because of them but because of me - not sure if I've got room to take a lot on.
Which i know is selfish, but we all got our own issues. I don't want to ask and then be inundated with worry. But then here I am worrying anyway .
cerealguy · 26-30, M
@NOS4R2 then they're just a victim of the pain and they're trying their hardest to ignore the bleeding heart and mask it with happiness

Tell them to stop pretending they're bulletproof and let them cry and let it out. That's how we process our emotions. Living through them

And then afterwards, you're free :)
And they'll soon and positively really be able to think and live freely without those emotions clouding them
cerealguy · 26-30, M
@cerealguy they deserve to feel their downs. Maybe they don't know it yet

Perjaps a people pleaser
DDaverde · 61-69, M
NOS4R2 · 41-45
@DDaverde not sure bipolar works that fast though
@NOS4R2 Ultra rapid cycling bipolar??? Yes, it's real...
SW-User
I do that when I realize nobody cares and nobody wants to put up with me. It's easier for me to cope with everything with laughter. I don't want to be a downer, but I also need a little TLC or support. It only gets more erratic the more times you have to shut down because nobody cares.
NOS4R2 · 41-45
@SW-User it's not easy when you're flying solo with no one to catch you 😕
Penny · 46-50, F
Depends on if its manageable or not
NOS4R2 · 41-45
@Penny I have no idea .
I asked but got brushed off. Tbh I was secretly relieved. That sounds bad. But it scares me a bit asking about heavy stuff.
Penny · 46-50, F
@NOS4R2 rapid cycling is a bad sign. If it starts or continues or gets extreme then they should seek help
NOS4R2 · 41-45
@Penny I think they should seek help too.
Often the case sometimes. Any minor thing can make a person feel down.
NOS4R2 · 41-45
calicuz · 56-60, M
Just go with it, but keep an eye on them.
NOS4R2 · 41-45
@calicuz I might check in at the end of work when theres space to let them talk if they want .
GeistInTheMachine · 31-35, M
Unless they've commited to unalive themselves, it's just drugs and nothing to worry about.
NOS4R2 · 41-45
@GeistInTheMachine what if they aren't on drugs ?
GeistInTheMachine · 31-35, M
@NOS4R2 Then hopefully they either got some really good news, or just had some massive relief from constipation.
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NOS4R2 · 41-45
@Husher concerned I'm going to bring them back down though
Just go with it.
NOS4R2 · 41-45
@Spoiledbrat I want to .
But theres this little voice inside my head making me feel guilty for wanting to do that
NOS4R2 · 41-45
@HeartlessLove it's peaking me out a bit, I got this horrible feeling there's an iceberg of upset under there .And I'm not sure I can be the person to take it on and let it out .
I slways check in. Better safe than sorry. Some people mask their pain well.
NOS4R2 · 41-45
@MyMonstersAreReal I'm thinking the same thing - but worried to push them about it.
@NOS4R2 if they dont wanna talk about it they will let you know im sure. I hope if you rewch out they will see it coming from a place of concern but i hope it doesnt wear on your mental state. If you decide not to check in that is okay too. Its not your responsibility. Best of luck either way.
I can be down like that, then turn it around to acting the clown.

Usually, I can't find the words to talk about it - but I do appreciate those closest to me just checking in on me.
Monalisasmith86 · 41-45, F
Leave them alone

 
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