Finding Inspiration In Your Pain

[CHARismatic110]

I wanted to write a really fun and uplifting Take to inspire you all. I thought about it for awhile and I probably could've faked it, but what's the point? I haven't had much inspiration this year. To be completely honest, this year has been pretty damn rough. From heartache to health issues to one the worst cases of writer's block I've ever experienced, and everything in between. With yesterday being 9/11 and today being the 9 year anniversary of my aunt passing away, I've just been thinking a lot about pain and how we deal.

Pain is something we have all felt, and can relate to. From physical to emotional, pain is no respector of persons. We all have our own ways of dealing with pain differently. Some of us cry. Some of us throw things. We listen too music. Or workout. Some of us try to sleep it off, and some of us even lash out. It's even worse when we can't pinpoint the source of the pain.

What I think a lot of us forget is that behind all of the trails and tribulations, the obstacles, the storms, and the pain, there is strength. You may feel weak. You might feel like you're won't make it. Like you won't survive. But you're stronger than you think. You put one foot in front of the other and you keep pushing forward. There's purpose in your pain. There are lessons. There's a story to be told. So never feel like it's all for nothing. That is how I get through some of my tough times. I tell myself that after it passes, I'll be able to help someone else get through it. I'll be able to relate more to what others may be experiencing. Never underestimate how much sharing your experience with someone may help them. So many different programs have been birthed from people that were in a world of pain.

I encourage you all to keep your head up, no matter what you're going through. No matter how hard it seems. No matter how much it hurts. We're all fighting battles. The key is to keep fighting. Don't give up. Be inspired in knowing that it won't last forever. I apologize if this Take seems a bit all over the place, I kind of just let it flow this time around.

#CHARismaticOut ✌

[StewieRH]

Thank you for this. I haven't had the best year this year either, at least not so far -

Found out how low I was on vitamins so have to take vitamin D capsules every day, Folic acid every other day, and B12 injections every 3 months so that I don't become anaemic.

I often feel bloated hours after eating and can't eat certain foods as they make it worst and have to put food in the fridge for a while before I can eat it. Been to the doctor many times about it, and even had an MRI scan and they still can't find out the cause.

In February I started getting depressive episodes and anxiety, worrying about things to the point of crazy, overreacting, doing stupid things like self-harm to deal with anger and guilt, often feel uncomfortable and confused and am STILL waiting to get help.

Last year I found out my crush liked me and asked me out and I was so happy, but he doesn't put enough effort into the relationship. We been going out 10 months now and his lack of effort has really started to take a toll on our relationship. I'm so confused, I still kinda have a thing for him but I just don't know what I should do. I've asked for advice about it on here but no one ever says anything useful, I ask for help and all I get is people telling me they don't think it'll work out :/

During the summer my asthma seemed to get worst and my doctor prescribed me with hay fever tablets. I got so ill in April I missed out on nearly a whole month of college, and so got very behind on work although they gave me extra time, I've had trouble with teachers not replying back to emails so pretty sure I'm going to fail at this point.

I've also never been good at maths but tried so hard this year - logging on to MyMaths and doing all the work when most of my classmates wouldn't, taking time to do maths homework, really thinking about my answers.. Not sure if the non-calculator paper was any better but on the calculator one I had a new calculator my granddad had gave me and it was on a weird setting so didn't help at all.

After all that work and effort, I ended up with a G :/

I feel so stuck in so many aspects of my life. Hopefully though, things will get better soon and my suffering won't all be for nothing.

[CHARismatic110]

I know how you feel. I also have to take vitamin D supplements and Folic Acid. I have anemia as well as rheumatoid arthritis and just got diagnosed with pseudotumor cerebri. I relapsed back into self harm earlier this year too. So I get it. Life is rough at times. But you just have to hold on and believe that things will get better. And you can always come talk to me if you want.

[StewieRH]

I'm sorry to hear that :/ life really can be tough some times, but at least we know we are not the only ones suffering. You're right though, we have to hold on, and thanks for offering me to talk to you, I may take you up on that offer as I don't always have people to talk too and you can come talk to me if you want to. We can try and help each other out since we both seem to be going through tough times

[CHARismatic110]

No problem. It helps to have someone to sound off to that understands.

[StewieRH]

I agree completely. They say a problem shared is a problem halved.

[CHARismatic110]

Indeed

[Zorax]

Great Take, I know what you mean, every person has some inner battles to fight, we all have certain problems and dilemmas to solve.

[CHARismatic110]

Thank you.

[Zorax]

You're welcome

[EmpatheticLady]

You know I'm always here for you, too, just as I know you're here for me. It's nice to have someone to discuss your concerns, trials, and tribulations with, with someone that truly understands.

[CHARismatic110]

Yes I do, yes I am, and yes it is ❤

[EmpatheticLady]

Keep saying "yes." ;)

[CHARismatic110]

Yessss

[EmpatheticLady]

Oh, baby. <3

[CHARismatic110]

😉😘❤

[martyfellow]

We forget how man people are in pain, all around us.

[CHARismatic110]

Yes we do.

[Saoirse_Nua]

I think a lot of people will understand what you are trying to say - Good job.

[CHARismatic110]

Thank you, I appreciate that.

[DisWebsiteSpysOnYall]

What do you recommend should i keep fighting?

[CHARismatic110]

What do I recommend you do?

[DisWebsiteSpysOnYall]

Keep fighting. Right?

[CHARismatic110]

Yes. Find something positive and hold on to it.