Feeling completely overwhelmed

[Lostinadream24]

I think it is a combination of hormones (I'm 47, still have a regular monthly cycle at the moment, but feel like I've definitely stepped on board) and circumstances (currently going through a really tough time and have a PTSD diagnosis -on the waiting list for CBT).

I just feel is incredibly low.
I'm a single parent and finding life in general completely overwhelming at the moment.
I do have support in place (family support worker as my youngest child is disabled) but I just feel like I'm sinking.

I think the main issue is I feel so alone. I do have friends, but I can't tell them (or professionals either for that matter) how I am feeling.
I don't want to burden friends with it, and talking about the past is just so heartbreaking.

i hear you!!!! I'm also 47 & regular monthly cycle but i've (in the past 12 months) developed such bad heart palpitations that my heart is at risk. i'm on the list for a cardiology appointment and in the me at time cardiology have prescribed a special beta blocker to stop them. Im and Mum of 9, marriage on the rocks (we've actually filed for divorce but Dh now saying he doesn't want to divorce). Moved to a new area so have no support from friends. Poor relationship with parents who live over 2 hrs away. i have a history of depression in my teens and anxiety on and off. i often feel so overwhelmed that i would happily not wake up. I would never do anything though. i often feel i just exist for others.

I have found the Samaritans really helpful if you just want to have someone to say everything to. They don't offer advice but they do listen and make you feel that they care.

I think that rapid eye movement therapy is meant to be the 'go to' treatment for ptsd? You could look into that and ask your GP about it?

I hear you too. I’m not a single parent but struggling to stay afloat. I have few friends and I’m not that close to confide in anyone. My mum is elderly and it’s hard work at times supporting her. I’m hoping being on here and receiving support helps.
Hang on in OP you are not alone!

Lost I could have written this. Really sorry you're in this hellhole. Feeling overwhelmed here too. And lonely. Two dcs with major issues and health stuff. Recovering from ptsd too. Life is soooo relentless. Keep on keeping on is all I can suggest. 💐