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I’m Trapped in My Own Mind

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I’ve been struggling with something for a long time, and I’m finally ready to talk about it. I’m trapped in my own mind. It’s not like I’m daydreaming all the time. It’s more like I’m living in a different world. A world where I’m not in control, can’t escape but everything is perfect.

But then, suddenly, I’m back in reality. And I’m lost.

It happens at random times. Sometimes I’m at work, and sometimes I’m at home. It doesn’t matter what I’m doing, or who I’m with. I just start to drift off. And then, before I know it, I’m in this other world. It’s a beautiful world. The sun is always shining, and the flowers are always in bloom. There’s no pain, no suffering, no sadness.

I’m always happy but scared in this world. I can do anything I want. I can fly, I can swim, I can talk to animals. But I cannot break free from it. But then, the dream starts to fade. And I start to come back to reality.

And I’m not happy anymore. I’m scared. I don’t want to leave this world. Which world is it.

I don’t know what’s wrong with me. I want to talk to my doctor, but they won’t understand. I’m starting to think that I’m crazy. But I know I’m not. I know that this is real. I just need to find a way to control it. I need to find a way to stay in this world forever.

If you’re reading this, and you know what’s wrong with me, please help me. I’m so scared. I don’t know what to do.

🙁

A tips & tricks post of randomness

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I thought it would be nice to create a post with some tips and tricks that I have learned during my time on this rotating rock we can home. You’ll probably know a few of them already but brushing up on your knowledge never hurts.

Self-harm wounds
If you have self-harmed, it’s important to take care of your wounds properly to prevent infection. Here are some tips:

  • Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after treating your wound.
  • Clean the wound with soap and water or an antiseptic wipe.
  • Apply a sterile dressing to the wound and change it daily.
  • Keep the wound covered and dry.
  • Avoid scratching or picking at the wound.
  • When in doubt, please see a doctor.

Self-harming sucks. Except when you are doing it. You know it’s not right but the urge sometimes is too much and you just do it. Remember, you are not alone. There is help available, and you don’t have to go through this alone.

Hallucination distractions
Hallucinations can be very distressing and can make it difficult to do everyday things. However, there are some things you can do to distract yourself from them and make them less disruptive and annoying.

One way to distract yourself is to focus on your senses. Pay attention to what you can see, hear, smell, taste, and touch. This can help bring you back to the present moment and make it harder for the hallucinations to take over.

You can also try to distract yourself by doing things that you enjoy. This could include listening to music, reading, watching TV, or spending time with other people. It really can take your mind off things.

Crisis
Being caught in a crisis can be a seriously overwhelming and scary experience. It can be difficult to know what to do or who to ask for help. However, there are some things that you can do to cope with a crisis and get through it.

First, it is important to stay calm. It is easy to panic when you are in a crisis, but panicking will only make things worse. Try to take deep breaths and focus on the present moment.

Second, it is important to reach out for help. If you are feeling overwhelmed, talk to friends and family. There are also many hotlines available that you can call for support. Like the Samaritans, they will speak to you for ages till you relax a bit or until help arrives.

Third, it is important to give yourself time to heal. It takes time to recover from a crisis. Don’t expect to feel better overnight. Be patient with yourself and allow yourself time to deal in your head with what caused the crisis.

Finally, it is important to remember that you are not alone. There are many people who have been through crises and come out on the other side. You are not weak for needing help. It is okay to ask for help and to take time to get better.