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<blockquote data-quote="Nomad" data-source="post: 287575"><p>Dearest Shawna,</p><p>I am so sorry. You are right, this is "utter heartbreak." No mother should have to experience, what you are experiencing. It is so very painful. </p><p>You strongly sense what you need to do for yourself and that is to get therapy in a hurry. Have you been able to do that yet? Who can you safely confide in about this? Do you have a minister or other religious person you can speak with? What about a parent? Do you have a best friend? I would give these things serious thought. Surely, this is a burden to big to keep to yourself. Remember, your daughter's decisions are hers. She is not well AND she is 18 years old. You are NOT accountable for this behavior of hers. You can throw her a life preserver when and where you are able. Keep a good thought that she will make better choices down the road. That's it. She has to make the decision to help herself...you are very right about this. You can not do the work for her. You absolutely must, get help for yourself. PLEASE also consider googling Families Anonymous or NA and get to a meeting asap. The group support will be invaluable for you. Getting a real life sponsor to talk with...would be priceless and powerful to your wellbeing. As hard as it is, try NOT to think about what has just happened here. Concentrate on getting well again. Again, you might provide some resources (rehab, etc.) for your difficult child if you are willing and able, but put the greater emphasis at this time on your health...spiritually, mentally and emotionally. Put one foot in front of the other...push forward to a healthy and happy life each day. It's not easy, but it is worth the great effort. My heart aches for you. We each hear and feel your great pain. Sending warm hugs and good thoughts for your wellbeing.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Nomad, post: 287575"] Dearest Shawna, I am so sorry. You are right, this is "utter heartbreak." No mother should have to experience, what you are experiencing. It is so very painful. You strongly sense what you need to do for yourself and that is to get therapy in a hurry. Have you been able to do that yet? Who can you safely confide in about this? Do you have a minister or other religious person you can speak with? What about a parent? Do you have a best friend? I would give these things serious thought. Surely, this is a burden to big to keep to yourself. Remember, your daughter's decisions are hers. She is not well AND she is 18 years old. You are NOT accountable for this behavior of hers. You can throw her a life preserver when and where you are able. Keep a good thought that she will make better choices down the road. That's it. She has to make the decision to help herself...you are very right about this. You can not do the work for her. You absolutely must, get help for yourself. PLEASE also consider googling Families Anonymous or NA and get to a meeting asap. The group support will be invaluable for you. Getting a real life sponsor to talk with...would be priceless and powerful to your wellbeing. As hard as it is, try NOT to think about what has just happened here. Concentrate on getting well again. Again, you might provide some resources (rehab, etc.) for your difficult child if you are willing and able, but put the greater emphasis at this time on your health...spiritually, mentally and emotionally. Put one foot in front of the other...push forward to a healthy and happy life each day. It's not easy, but it is worth the great effort. My heart aches for you. We each hear and feel your great pain. Sending warm hugs and good thoughts for your wellbeing. [/QUOTE]
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