Also, forgot to ad this, my sleep has been really bad, but it's like I physically cannot sleep, not like I'm staying up. Any adv

Well I will be praying for you. As for worrying, I might be able to help you. I rarely worry, because I see no use in worrying about things I can't control. If you're ever worried about a situation, stop and think "Is this something I can control?", if it's out of your control, then there's no reason to freak out worrying over it. Just do what you can do and trust that God has your back for things that are out of your control. I know it sounds easier than it is, but it's something to try.

I do try this, it's just hard when I already worry about other things that I can control, like my relationships and school and stuff, and when there's something like this it's just really hard.

Yeah, I understand, I still worry about things I have control over.

Yeah. Now instead of a tornado warning-we can't control it but our basement is flooding so

EEK! That's not cool! That must be very stressful

Yeah, my younger sister is running around terrified that "the rain-flood is in our house"

I assume it's raining super hard then

Lol, yeah it is.

Look at cat pictures, if you like cats, (I love cats) if you own a pet go and pet them, eat, listen to a story maybe

Tornadoes these days...

Yeah. There have already been three warnings today, just not in our area but it's heading straight for us

Cities and rivers flooded with torrential rain and strong thunderstorms.

Yep

Maybe we should watch the weather forecast every day.

Deep breaths. I’m praying for u, and I hope it helps
😌
🙏

Thx:)

Hi Pirate_melon; how are you feeling?

I'm feeling good. I'm on a trip right now, and I think that being away from everything that is normal is kind of making me feel freer. Like I know that I am, but it's almost like it's a visual to see that, and it's helping. Thank you so much for asking:)

You're welcome, and I'm, glad you're taking a break from everything. It is definitely needed once in a while. :) And I think I know what you mean. It feels sureal, doesn't it? Like it's not really happening, but it is!

Enjoy your trip, Sister!

Yes, exactly. Thank you so much, Brother!

I was gonna comment something useful but realized this was posted a month ago ._.

That's okay, I could still use it now, I'm slowly coming back in a funk

Okiedokie, well then-
Wisdom 1 - if your feeling scared, sad, or something else, just try writing it down, or maybe talking about it to a real person instead of us online
Wisdom 2 - if you don’t wanna talk to a real person, we got your back
Wisdom 3 - Try and find something to do that you enjoy, or just even look at memes for no reason

Thanks for the words of wisdom, it helps:)

Let me try. Im not a professional so you dont have to listen to me. First off, im guessing you live in a flat area to get tornados. I think for tornados you have to go to a room with no windows. But either way, you will be fine. Just tell yourself "Im ok" several times. Try to calm down cuz you can't control it. If it were me, id be outside filming it, but you may not be able to. I live in a hilly area so our tornado warnings are a joke. I personally love the rain, and it calms me. Find something that calms you. Perhaps listening to music, or watching movies. Do something to kinda numb yourself to what's going on outside. Then when's its over, go outside and stand in the sunlight.
Dont try to control everything. Think about what you really need to do, and what you just think you need to do. Focus on one thing at a time. Dont worry, because there is nothing you can do.
Tell me if this helped you, I hope you get better, and anytime you need to talk, contact me.

Lol, yeah, it's like the opposite of what we're supposed to do, filming it that is. Usually the funnel clouds come really close to use for who knows why. It just ended up flooding rather than doing anything else though, haha. Thanks so much, I will:)

Well that's good at least. Oh and if you ever want me to make you laugh, just ask. Ill try my best!!

Haha, I will, thank you:)

hey ive got alot going on too but i hope you feel better melon

Thanks:) I'm feeling a bit better, but still not 100% Hope your stuff smooths out:)

hopfully alot of it will...some stuff will never smooth out though

Yeah, true:(

im just scared about what the future will hold...im scared to love anything becuase almost everything ive loved is gone...

I understand that, to an extent. My only advice is to just focus on right now and that will affect how you will be able to handle the future. Don't focus on what you are scared will happen, believe me, I know it seems impossible. Love is something that is free, it should not be held back by fear, and as hard as it is to let go, we need to let go of our fear. Speaking for myself when I say that too

Praying

Hi Pirate_melon_, I didn't know you were depressed; how are you doing?

I'm doing better, thank you. I still don't know why it's been like this, but I'm better. Thank you:)

You're welcome, Sister. :)

U can do it, Melon Friend! -Panda buddy

Thanks, Queen!!

Think of it like this maybe : there are worse things in the world, when my mum is in the kitchen listening to the news of if she’s left it on and I’m in there I turn it off so I don’t have to listen to things about Covid-19, I’m a child but it still scares me, try not listening to the news or watching it for a few days.

Yeah, I had to stop listening to the news and press conferences because they were making me so anxious and angery

That's a good idea. May I ask, are or were you clinically derpessed?

No, not that I know of.

I see. Have you ever felt sad and not know the reason why you've felt that way?

Many, many times.

Have you ever had thoughts of suicide?

Not recently, but last year there were a few instances.

I'm sorry, I've forgotten to ask you; Is it OK for me to ask you these questions? If you feel uncomfortable, let me know and I will desist.

No, it's absolutely okay. Thank you for asking me though.

You're welcome. The next question is something you don't have to answer. When you've felt suicidal, have you ever made plans to end your life?

With that, the biggest sign of clinical depression is when you feel depressed and not know why you feel it. Also in terms of frequency.

I highly suggest that you talk to a counsellor or a pychiatrist to see if you have it.

There are a lot of people who do have depression, but not all have it at the same level.

I understand.

I was referring to "When you've felt suicidal, have you ever made plans to end your life?"

Understood, I won't ask it in ordinary conversation. However, I need to let you know that that is the most important question to ask when dealing with a suicidal person or one contemplating suicide.

That first one I don't really want to answer. And thank you so much for this, I'll consider taking up your suggestion

You're welcome. The first question, are you referring to one where I asked if you were clinically depressed?