Daughter with ASD and BPD

[Lucky11]

Hi there

Whilst I have been a member for sometime this is the first time I’m sharing. Reading other carers stories in similar situations is both heartbreaking but strangely comforting- knowing you are not alone and that there are so many people out there going through similar situations.

Living with a family member with a mental health illness when they are in the depths of sadness can feel excruciating, but there can be no greater pain than what they must be feeling.  My beautiful girl, filled with sadness, self loathing, and wanting so badly to not feel this way.

We continue to try in every way to get her the help and supports she needs, but it’s a slow and complex journey.  
I will never give up hope that one day she will be free from her torment and she will find happiness in this life.

Thanks to all those who contribute with helpful resources, and messages to posters of hope and support. And to all the people out there going through mental illness, please know that you are loved❤️

[tyme]

Tagging @Shaz51 @Determined @Krishna and others who are all carers @Lucky11 . You are not alone. 

[Shaz51]

Keep on keeping on my friend 🧡 @Lucky11 

Sending you lots of understanding hugs 

Here is a link for you to click onto and have a look at Coping Toolbox ( what is in yours to help you cope ) 

Know your daughter will be overthinking with everything which my husband does with ASD 

Sitting with you and having a cuppa with you 💕 and @tyme 

[tyme]

Hey @Shaz51 @Lucky11 ,

Sitting with you both.

[Shaz51]

Morning @Lucky11 

How is everything going today 

[Lucky11]

So far so good Shaz51! 
Beautiful day where we are, sun is out! We’ve got our girl enjoying playing patience. The road of trying to find therapists is a slow process- such lengthy wait times. At least she’s open to getting support, just trying to focus on the present and being mindful of the language we use when the bumps start to appear. Hope you are having a good day? Appreciate you reaching out xxx 

[Shaz51]

Hello @Lucky11 

our girl is enjoying playing patience., oh that is good 

yes, I have found every day is soo different 

she’s open to getting support which is great 

here for you anytime 

going ok here , one step at a time 

[Krishna]

Hi @Lucky11 Although our daughters diagnosis are different but mental health issues just the same, I just wanted to touch base to let you know I’m thinking of you and your family. The struggle is real, the heartache immeasurable, one that many do not truly understand. Acceptance helps a little but takes a long time and even then, there is always that little corner of your heart that aches and aches. Sometimes I sit with that ache, name it and howl like a banchee, other days I distract as the howling, although therapeutic is physically exhausting. I’m hoping help for your daughter is close at hand but meanwhile moment by precious moment may you all find some inner peace. 🙏❤️🌹

[Lucky11]

@Krishna Hi there, I missed your response- I’m new here and getting the hang of things slowly! Thank you for your kind words and understanding, I hope things are ok in your world?