my wife's family told my wife i couldn't spend xmas day with them (and my 3 kids <6). i told both our families i have a fear of being alone. i have a fear of being alone with my thoughts. i keep forgetting my meds, to drink water, to eat food. everyone left me alone for xmas. what the hell? im still here at home, 2 days later, alone, wondering when they'll come home. i am hurt. i am over being angry. i am tired. i am sad. i am so confused. i want the thoughts to stop. i want the pain to stop. why are they so cruel?
this post was submitted on 28 Dec 2025
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The irony of upvoting this while saying nothing is not lost on me. Damn it.
Tired
Just crushed, hurting a lot. Everything is fine I think. My wife and I are safe. It's rough.
Have a lot of trauma surrounding this time of year seperate to family stuff which is significant too.
I hope everyone in this community is safe. You're not alone 🖖❤️