Using the Right Words
When tough times come around, it's easy to think we're all alone and nobody understands what's going on inside your heads. This might make us want to keep everything to ourselves, but guess what? You're not alone!! There are people who care and want to help, but they need to know what's going on with you to truly be able to support you.
It's important to use the correct words to express how you feel, even though we all know it may feel difficult, and it can be hard to find the right words to explain what's going on in our hearts and minds. This might make us feel stuck or unable to share our feelings. But here's the important part – the more words we know, the better we can tell others about our emotions.
Using the right words is like having a special power that helps others understand you correctly.
Let's look at some examples:
"I am over this, and I want to end this."
This sentence can cause people to think you want to hurt yourself.
A better and clearer way
"This situation ___ is overwhelming me, and I need support."
The latter sentence explains that a situation is challenging and you need help; this clarifies that you're not talking about hurting yourself.
"I am going to kill myself."
This might make people worry about your safety and you intent to suicide.
If this statement doesn't reflect your feelings, a better and clearer way.
"I am struggling and no longer know what to do; please help me."
The latter sentence clearly expresses that you're struggling and need help, showing you want support without scaring anyone.
When you're feeling down or overwhelmed, reaching out for help is important. Here's how to do it safely:
Reach out to a friend or family member and seek out a medical professional, like a GP, psychologist, or counsellor, and share your feelings.
Be honest about what you're going through. The more specific you are, the better others can understand and help you.
If you're ever thinking about hurting yourself, it's important to let someone know right away, as we all want you to be safe.
Remember, expressing your feelings is like painting a picture with words. When you need help, people are always ready to listen and support you. You're not alone on this journey; all you need to do is reach out and share how you feel.