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Tag faith the sounds occurs when I haven't had enough sleep and no I haven't had any kind traumatic stress its more so I saw maybe a movie with guns in it or explosion

Dear Faith, Thank you for your speedy response and for assisting me in helping you the best I can. Its helpful to know whether something may be resulting from trauma or not, so thank you for making me aware. Once again I would really suggest reaching out for help if this is causing problems in your life. There is nothing wrong with reaching out for help if we are struggling. Also, if this only occurs when you haven't gotten enough sleep, I would suggest trying to assure that you get enough sleep if possible. Something that can usually help is getting on a schedule if not already, a certain time when you fall asleep and wake up. Try and assure that the schedule involves getting at least seven to eight hours of sleep. Getting enough sleep is very important in having a well rested body and brain ready for the day ahead. You can find additional information on getting enough sleep by clicking here.If you are struggling to get enough sleep due to things like not being able to destress enough to sleep, then looking at some tips on destressing may help. For me, bubble baths and a good read help me unwind and get ready for bed. You can find more stress relieving tips by clicking here.I really hope things get better for you.There is hope,Ash

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A lot of things in my life have gone wrong but the thing that makes me the most stressed to the point where I have a panic attack/suicidal thoughts is money. Sometimes I think it's because it's something that we could control, at least that's the idea but I can't. Im not in the best financial spot, im doing the best to try and make it, but I come up short each and every time. I'm physically and mentally tired and I just want to not care. How do I stop it or deal with it Better? - Mx

Dear Mx, Fincancial problems are hard and complicated, which causes a lot of stress. Wheras an excess of money does not make you necessarily happier then someone who has just enough, having the bare minimum can be helpful in feeling happier. When we are struggling to survive due to financial troubles this can cause excess stress which can potentially result in things such as anxiety or depression. I am so sorry that things are difficult right now, but they can get better. I would really suggest talking to someone. If you can afford to see a therapist perhaps you can see if there are any places near you that provide free or low cost therapy? For now, perhaps glance at our page on getting help? There may be something you find useful there. Also, I would suggest talking to those who love you and are there for you? Having people who are supportive can help you know you have someone to lean on and hopefully help aide in recovering from some of the feelings you are having. Along with doing these things I would really suggest looking at our page of reasons to stay as well as considering calling a hotline if having suicidal thoughts.  Your life is worth living.Financial situations can get better. I know its hard to see that when you are stuck in the middle of financial hardship, but it is possible. In the meantime, there may be other ways to get some money online, that may be able to help. You can find a list with some ideas here.There is hope,Ash

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Hi, I was just wondering if you received my ask. I send them with my phone in four parts. I put the name Kia under it, I send it few days ago. I spoke about feeling really restless and scared. Kia

Dear Kia,

We did receive your ask! We’ll get to it when it gets closer to the bottom. In the meantime you can watch it on the taglist to see when it is getting closer to being answered!

There is hope,

Ash

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I don't know what to do anymore...I feel so lonely and helpless...

Hello,I am so sorry you feel this way. Sometimes we can get so lost in our feelings and emotions that we feel stuck, and feel like we don't know the answers anymore. That we don't know the answers to what we are doing or where to go from here. The message you have sent in, is a bit unclear on exactly what you are going through, and it may be beneficial for you to possibly send in another ask with more information. However, I am going to do my best to help you given the information you have provided.Given that you stated you don't know what to do anymore, I am worried that you are considering the possibility of suicide. Please inform me if I am wrong, but I want you to know that there is hope, and a reason to stay. I would really love it if you would consider contacting one of these hotlines, or if you are in an emergency, where you feel you may do something right away, contacting your emergency number or seeing if someone can take you to the emergency room to receive the help you may need.Also, here is a list of reasons to stay, as well as a video on why you should stay. There is so much hope out there and it can get better, okay? I believe in you.You stated you feel lonely, and I am so sorry you feel this way. Is there anyone in your life you can reach out to? Talk to? If what you are experiencing is causing problems in your life I would really suggest considering talking to a therapist. You are not helpless, and things can get better. Here is our page on getting help. Please try and remember: You matter.There is hope,Ash

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my mom is often texting & driving and it makes me extremely anxious, I've asked her multiple times to stop, what should I do? Also please tag stxr

Dear Stxr,This is a very unfortunate and dangerous situation to be in, because she is not only putting herself and you in danger, but others on the road. However, even though its dangerous, its hard to convince someone that they shouldn’t do something in less something bad happens to them. My dad and sister go on there phone sometimes while driving, and it scares me. But even though I try and ask them not to, I can’t exactly do much to stop them, so I stay vigilant in the passengers seat to try and help in any way I can to avoid dangers.Although it may not be entirelly possible to get her to stop, there are somethings you may be able to do: 1) Offer to read her texts and write them for her. This may enable her to focus her eyes on the road and still make those texts that she thinks are important.  2) Read her stories of what happens and the statistics. And that it can happen to anyone. When an accident happens when someone is texting, they look to see what that person texted the last time. A lot of times, its something simple that could have waited like: “lol.” or any number of things. And I don’t think anyone likes to read that the last thing their loved one texted was something small and unimportant, something that wasn’t worth their life. Or that they killed someone and now are in prison over something small they wrote.Texting can wait. Its not worth a life, and I’m glad you know it. Here are some other tips that could help her stop.There is hope,Ash