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Q: First off, I apologize for the long question.

I am a thirteen-year-old girl, and everything is making me want to die. No, I guess I don't really want to die -- I just want the pain to end.

The main reason why I hate life is because I don't understand anything in school. And to make up for it, I work so much harder than any other kid would . . . but it's no use. I have a learning disability as well, which makes me work and process things slowly. I'm just SO SLOW AND STUPID! Ugh. (This makes things a lot harder for me than other people think.)

Several people hate me. I'm pretty sure my family hates me, to start with. Especially my dad. And I know all homophobic people must hate me because I am a girl who likes girls. But no one hates me as much as I hate myself.

I know some people might tell me to find a counselor or therapist. I already have two of those. But neither of them help me AT ALL. The first one just doesn't understand me, and he does a lot more talking than listening. And the second one treats me as if I'm doing something wrong by feeling this way. I have been self-harming for a while as well. But no one is helping.

I guess I don't have too many logical reasons to feel unhappy. Feeling like everyone hates me and not doing well in school do not count as reasons. But I'm just not strong like other people are. But what is the point of going on? Why don't I just die now so I don't have to suffer anymore? It's not like anyone would care . . . they all hate me.

I wish I could get help. But no one is going to help me. I feel so alone right now and just feel like dying. Right now, suicide is just a thought. I haven't acted on it yet.

Is there anything that can be done to make things better? I don't know what to do anymore or how to go on. But I will appreciate any advice. Thank you. And sorry for the length.
I know that one thing you don't want to hear is that people know how you feel. The truth is we don't because every case is unique to each individual person. However, I can assure you that while I cannot walk in your shoes, I can relate.

For example, I to have a learning disability (OCD and ADD combination) and nothing in school came easy to me. It didn't mean I was stupid and it certainly doesn't mean that that is the case for you. If you look at it another way, you can enjoy your accomplishments more because you might have to go the extra mile to get them. That makes them all the more valuable.

The issue of hate probably stems from your own sense of self worth. You have to realize that you are a worthwhile person and no matter what anyone else might think of you, you are the only one that can control how you feel. In fact, I'd recommend Googling Dr. David Burns, his insights into this are amazing. As far as the homosexuality issue goes, just forget about homophobes. Like racists or sexists, they aren't worth your time. They simple reject what is different out of ignorance or fear.

Personally, I'd look for a new therapist, perhaps one that specializes in teens or sexual issues. Perhaps instead of self harm you should explore other healthier outlets. One I enjoy is poetry. It can really help you get the emotions out and is very therapeutic.

Don't ever feel that nobody will help you. I will in any way I can. And I'm sure so many others will too.

Stay strong. While you think you aren't the very fact that you recognize and accept that you need help is an act of courage and strength that many deny themselves.

Things will get better.


You are awesome. Thank you SO much!

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