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submitted 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) by rabber@lemmy.ca to c/asklemmy@lemmy.world

I got divorced like 5 months ago after a 9 years with this girl who cheated on me, emotionally abused me, etc etc

I've been suicidal since the split, getting worse by the day still, and literally nobody ever asked if I was OK, aside from my mom. Even when I begged close friends for support they basically just ghosted me. My ex is surrounded by support, from the same people who I thought were my best friends.

Do I just have shitty people around me or is this just what guys deal with? The attitude towards me is just "get over it". I've lost almost everyone I'm close to because of this and I'm starting to think there might actually be one viable option of getting over it because existing is simply torture. All of 2025 felt like just a bad dream but it's unfortunately real.

Edit: Yes I have a counselor - a very good one I see weekly.

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[-] rabber@lemmy.ca 6 points 2 weeks ago

I have a very good therapist right now, the best I've ever had, and he's helped me a fuck ton.

But I'm afraid I don't have a mental health issue and the thoughts of suicide come from a place of logic.

[-] tomkatt@lemmy.world 7 points 2 weeks ago

I don't have a mental health issue and the thoughts of suicide come from a place of logic.

It may seem that way, but speaking as someone who has suffered a variety of health conditions, as well as anxiety and depression, what seems logical at the moment could very well not be. Your brain can actively work against your best interest in times of extreme stress.

You’re likely in a bad headspace right now, so I’d advise to keep working with your counselor/therapist and discuss this with them.

Also, maybe trite, but things will not always be this bad, but it will if things end for you now. Hang in there if you can. Not judging, I know what it’s like for life to suck so bad you’d rather it be over. I got through that period and I hope you do as well.

[-] eezeebee@lemmy.ca 7 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

Hey, I recognize you from some of the memes you've posted and I appreciate them.

Can relate to most of what you have said in this thread and yeah... Understandable.

Still, there is more to life than other people. What about you, what you like and what you care about? Maybe now's a good time to be selfish and enjoy things just for you.

[-] rabber@lemmy.ca 12 points 2 weeks ago

I will post more memes because of your compliment :)

That's what I have been working on in therapy. I think I never fully focused on myself in my relationship and that's why I'm so devastated. She was my only emotional support system

[-] eezeebee@lemmy.ca 9 points 2 weeks ago

Abusive relationships tend to be like that. Now you're free and can make up for lost time. There's too much good music/movies/food/video games/nature to enjoy to let it go to waste. DM if you ever need someone to chat about it with.

[-] rabber@lemmy.ca 8 points 2 weeks ago
[-] MyDarkestTimeline01@ani.social 5 points 2 weeks ago

There's no logical reason to clock out early. It stops you from future happiness, prohibits any form of personal growth, and deprives those that appreciate you in their lives of you. It's a permanent solution for temporary problems.

I'm glad to hear you're utilizing therapy. It's a good tool for self maintenance.

And I wouldn't say you have a mental health issue. You have an emotional health issue. What happened to you sucks. I went through a few of your posts to make sure I wasn't calling for someone just wanting to create engagement. The fact that it's a small town and you see her everywhere you go also sucks.

I'd recommend maybe moving if it's feasible. Definitely take a bit of a vacation. Maybe go camping. Check and see if there's any retreats going on. Maybe you can get in on some form of group camp outing and make some new friends. Or at the very least meet new people who aren't part of your day to day.

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