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23 December 2008

When are you supposed to call those Samaritans people? I have made a big screwup and am in a lot of trouble but I don't feel like killing myself. Have texted/emailed a few friends but everyone is busy and I'm too embarrassed to tell them how I am actually feeling.

post by: By the Grace of God at: 06:16 | 18 comments

Left you an email with my number. And if you don't feel like making a long distance phone call and even if you're not religious, consider finding the number of your local non-offensive church or synagogue or whatever and see if they've got a counselor who can talk to you.

Also, looking at the Wikipedia article, it says The Samaritans can help by email, too:

Since 1994, Samaritans has also offered confidential email support. Initially operating from one branch, the service is now provided by the majority of branches and co-ordinated from the organisation's general office. It receives tens of thousands of messages each year, including many from outside the UK, and aims to answer each one within 24 hours.

That's what I call service.

posted by TrishaLynn 23 December | 06:27

have sent you email back..

posted by By the Grace of God 23 December | 06:43

Well, I don't think I am gonna call now, I tried that num on skype and it didn't work.

posted by By the Grace of God 23 December | 06:50

I wish I lived closer to you. Please let us know that you're OK or, if you're not, let us know that too. At least then we'll know you're still kinda OK. Are you OK?

posted by dg 23 December | 07:05

Well I'm here anyway. Nobody worry about me offing my personal sack of meat, ok? Thanks for caring and for the wishes.

posted by By the Grace of God 23 December | 07:07

So, how are you feeling?

posted by dg 23 December | 07:11

Not great. Don't worry please, I'll get through one way or the other. I'm worried that certain users of this site will get mad at me for posting this here.. I'm sorry for that, folks

posted by By the Grace of God 23 December | 07:15

Ah, fuck 'em, it's your site too. Post what you want.

Whatever you want, but I'm here for a little while if you want to talk. I'll have to disappear soon, though.

posted by dg 23 December | 07:20

I'm also silently hovering over this thread. I'm at work now but I'm happy to talk to you tonight over skype. Just respond to the email I sent you.

I'm sure we'll all happily offer some support. Especially in the spirit of xmas and all.

posted by jouke 23 December | 07:23

I can't say much here due to confidentiality, but thanks anyway dear.

posted by By the Grace of God 23 December | 07:23

OK, but you know where people can be reached if needed. I'll be thinking of you.

posted by dg 23 December | 07:26

I sent you an email back, and I have my own therapy session to get to this morning, but I can hop on Skype when I get back.

posted by TrishaLynn 23 December | 07:28

you ok? just found this.

(((By the Grace of God)))

posted by jonathanstrange 23 December | 08:35

From the samaritans website:

Samaritans provides confidential non-judgemental emotional support, 24 hours a day for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide.

Whatever you're going through, whether it's big or small, don't bottle it up. We are here for you if you're worried about something, feel upset or confused, or just want to talk to someone.

So the answer (from the horses mouth) is you're supposed to call them now. If you're worried about using up the resources of a charitable organisation, then send them a donation also.

posted by seanyboy 23 December | 09:39

Also - From that Mitchell and Webb Look - The Good Samaritan. Which, although irrelevant, may give you a little smile.

posted by seanyboy 23 December | 09:41

My sister was a volunteer for the Samaritans, and she said that they were happy to just talk to people, even ones who were just feeling down and were not in danger of hurting themselves or others. (She also complained about the weird guys who would call with heavy breathing and such. One called and said he felt sad because he had naughty thoughts about his mother...)

Hang in there! You're not alone! *whuffles and good wishes*

posted by Melismata 23 December | 11:20

(((Grace)))

posted by deborah 23 December | 14:10

Just to reinforce what seanyboy and others have said - you don't need to be suicidal to phone the Samaritans (Adrian Mole certainly wasn't!) - you just need to need someone to talk to, and they are well trained to deal with almost any type of situation. Don't be scared to phone if you need to - and please feel free to email or IM me (goo@sixinchstiletto on jabber) if you just want a bunny in your time zone to talk to.

posted by goo 23 December | 23:14

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