Absolutely amazing...

[Giny]

This thread touches home so deeply that it’s almost difficult for me to read through it. I have to say I admire everyone who shows compassion when it comes to the aweful disease. It’s one of the most misunderstood illnesses and sadly even as far advance we are to date we still are so far away from truly understanding mental illnesses.

I have a sister diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder and she’s gone through many attempts of suicide, to many to even count. One which almost did kill her, it was an overdose of Tylenol. At that time the doctor did not give us much hope for her recovery. Her liver was barely functional and without a transplant they didn’t see her surviving the next 24 hours. But the grace of God saved her and she recovered and I say by His grace because the doctors truly think it was a miracle she survived. I love my sister dearly but after that happened I distanced myself from her. I couldn’t bear seeing her do this to herself. I’ve since read up on her illness and I’m much more understanding and compassionate and we have regained our friendship. There isn’t one day I done give her a call just so I can talk to her –we live far away from each other- She doing a bit better but even with meds and therapy it’s still a daily struggle.

 

[Denaluvscorgis]

(((((HUGS))))) Giny.

 

[Denaluvscorgis]

It's not always that cut and dry....black and white.

If you feel your life is so bad, oh well get over it. I come from a family where I was taught no one is going to nurture you your whole life and you must stand on your own two feet. Not everyone is going to like you, and yeah jerks will pick on you but you move on, not drown in self pity and say "oh my life is so bad, buh-huh". I have dealt with ALOT of things in my life so far and I never ONCE thought of suicide and I know more bad things are coming my way but I value my life and I will not allow people to take my happiness from me. I, in no way, see this as a laughing matter or pathetic, I just see it as sad, that people let other people dictate their life and their fate. Why give the other poeple the power? I am shocked at how little people value themselves.

 

[RD]

If you feel your life is so bad, oh well get over it. I come from a family where I was taught no one is going to nurture you your whole life and you must stand on your own two feet. Not everyone is going to like you, and yeah jerks will pick on you but you move on, not drown in self pity and say "oh my life is so bad, buh-huh". I have dealt with ALOT of things in my life so far and I never ONCE thought of suicide and I know more bad things are coming my way but I value my life and I will not allow people to take my happiness from me. I, in no way, see this as a laughing matter or pathetic, I just see it as sad, that people let other people dictate their life and their fate. Why give the other poeple the power? I am shocked at how little people value themselves.

Like buying you a brand new Charger is going to help you stand on your own two feet?

Sorry, I just sensed a little contradiction there. Not trying to attack you, but I thought it was strange that you'd say that...

 

[JennSLK]

I'VE GOT IT GOOD - Brad Johner


I’ve got a closet full of shirts I don’t wear
cable T.V. and a comfy easy chair
a little fire place and a big ole’ stack of wood
I’ve got it good, oh I’ve got it good

I’ve got a truck that gets me where I need to go
I’ve got a good dog and house that feels like home
Woman who loves me a lot more then she should
I’ve got it good, oh I’ve got it good

I guess I could just sit here and complain
about what ain’t right
But you’ll find me down on my knees
Just thanking the lord for my life
Cause I’ve got it good
.
Well I ain’t rich but I have money I can spend
Enough to have some fun and go out on weekends
God has forgiven me when no one else would
I’ve got it good oh I’ve got it good

I guess I could just sit here and complain
about what ain’t right
But you’ll find me down on my knees
Just thanking the lord for my life
Cause I’ve got it good
I’ve got it good

I’ve got a few good friends I know I can count on
Plenty of people who will miss me when I’m gone
A hope of waking up in heavens neighbor hood
I’ve got it good

 

[Gempress]

A few thoughts:

1. Interesting topic, but rather annoying when you don't come in until page 17. Makes for a lot of reading.

2. The world is full of people. Some have more compassion than others. And both are necessary. Compassion must be tempered with blunt practicality, and vice versa. Many good things have come from both. I don't see the point in arguing with each other when we're all part of a greater community, and both traits are necessary for growth and improvement.

3. Why do I always miss the beer and popcorn? *sadly rattles empty popcorn bag*

 

[MomOf7]

Death is sad. Especially for those who are left to deal with it.
Can you imagine how his parents feel?

 

[Saje]

I agree with the lack of compassion. I think this thead is absolutely disgusting. Some people don't have what it takes to pull themselves out. Everyone is different and handles things differently. Just because people aren't as 'strong' as others doesn't make them pathetic. those that feel that way are pathetic in my books.

 

[Debi]

I agree with the lack of compassion. I think this thead is absolutely disgusting. Some people don't have what it takes to pull themselves out. Everyone is different and handles things differently. Just because people aren't as 'strong' as others doesn't make them pathetic. those that feel that way are pathetic in my books.

as usual......I totally agree. I'm working on myself to be more compassionate than I've been in the past. there are people here that have helped me improve.

 

[tessa_s212]

I can definitely see true colours coming out in people in this discussion. It's really an eye opener.

How true. I have learned alot about some of the members here by reading this thread. I have come to be very unhappy with the lack of compassion and rational thinking by some, but I have developed even a stronger respect for a few individuals. To name one, rottnpagan, I must say, you seem to be quite the wonderful person. If ever my family member was hurt, you would be the type of person I'd want to care for them.

 

[MyBestFriendIsADog]

2. The world is full of people. Some have more compassion than others. And both are necessary. Compassion must be tempered with blunt practicality, and vice versa. Many good things have come from both. I don't see the point in arguing with each other when we're all part of a greater community, and both traits are necessary for growth and improvement.

Exactly my point, Gempress. The two are not mutually exclusive and can in fact be balanced in such a way as to provide compassion while still maintaining distance. I think perhaps it needs to "discussed" (which I would use to describe it rather than argued) because there seems to be an astounding lack of compassion being shown, and a belief that one cannot be compassionate and yet still maintain some distance.

 

[MyBestFriendIsADog]

The best black cod comes from Alaskan waters even Canadians cant deny that.

Yeah, sure, but how are they for kissing?

 

[BullyLover]

Many of the members who posted in this thread need to get of their moral high horses...Stop putting people down becasue they don't share your views...wtf..

 

[Saje]

Many of the members who posted in this thread need to get of their moral high horses...Stop putting people down becasue they don't share your views...wtf..

Maybe you should take your own advice. You don't know how many people you've probably insulted on this thread. You, and others. Many, many people have had to deal with friends, family or themselves who were severly depressed. So get off your high horse. If you've never dealt with it you're lucky and I hope you never have to.

 

[Renee750il]

Shakespeare made an eloquent plea in The Merchant of Venice when Portia addresses Shylock:

The quality of mercy is not strain'd;
It droppeth as the gentle rain from heaven
Upon the place beneath. It is twice blest:
It blesseth him that gives and him that takes.
'Tis mightiest in the mightiest; it becomes
The throned monarch better than his crown;
His sceptre shows the force of temporal power,
The attribute to awe and majesty,
Wherein doth sit the dread and fear of kings;
But mercy is above this sceptred sway,
It is enthroned in the hearts of kings,
It is an attribute to God himself;

Very apt in the context of this thread.

 

[JennSLK]

Stop putting people down becasue they don't share your views...wtf..

Thank you.

Yes I don agree with alot of you opinions and you guys may not agree with mine. But why is it everytime we have a disusion no one is allowed to have a different opinion without being looked down upon or "felt sorry for"?

 

[BullyLover]

Maybe you should take your own advice. You don't know how many people you've probably insulted on this thread. You, and others. Many, many people have had to deal with friends, family or themselves who were severly depressed. So get off your high horse. If you've never dealt with it you're lucky and I hope you never have to.

WHAT???? I haven't **** on anyones views....

 

[Saje]

No?

http://www.chazhound.com/forums/showpost.php?p=313326&postcount=146

 

[BullyLover]

Yeah no...where in that post did I **** on her view???

 

[Saje]

Seriously? Well nevermind then.