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Post by shanna on Mar 30, 2007 10:48:36 GMT -5
I don't know who I am, and I'm not sure if I really believe the church is true anymore. I have been through alot in my life (some things that couldn't be helped, some that I could've prevented) and I just feel like I can deal with it anymore. To give you an idea of what I mean here are some things that have happened: My dad died when I was 3, I have had one boyfriend that would beat me up and another boyfriend that made me do stuff with him that I didn't want to, my step-dad has cancer, my brother is returning to Iraq and I'm scared he won't come back, I'm trying to quit doing drugs and drinking, and I am fighting an eating disorder right now. I know most of these I've done to myself but I just want to find what I use to believe in again, and just to know who I am.
*Plus prom is in two weeks and I'm one of three junior girls that hasn't been asked yet and I just feel down because of that*
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Post by Mary Lynn on Mar 30, 2007 17:08:45 GMT -5
Hey- you can always talk to me. I know how you are feeling! My dad had cancer, also. I have had many abusive boyfriends. My family isn't LDS, and they often do drugs & stuff-, so it's been hard at times for me to stay away from them and believe in the church. Plus, I am battling an eating disorder, also. I know they take over your entire life- but you can get help. I know what you are going through- and I KNOW that it is hard- But you can do it! Something that has helped me personally through a lot of hard times, is looking at the good things in my life! I HAVE a family- I HAVE a home! I have no physical or mental disabilities, I have opportunity, just WAITING for me! I know sometimes it may be hard to believe, but God loves you! He wants the best for you! He WANTS you to be HEALTHY. It's not going to be easy, I can promise you that... But in the end, you will be SSOO happy! Are you getting counseling for your ED? If not, talk to your bishop. He can help you- get in touch with LDS family services. They are great. That's where I go to counseling, and it is great. I know it may be scary, but it just makes life SSOO much EASIER! You can do it. I KNOW you can. Think Positive!!!
If you need to talk, I'm here =) Stay strong & keep believing! -Mary Lynn!!
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Post by Mary Lynn on Apr 4, 2007 2:38:02 GMT -5
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Post by ldsgirl on Apr 4, 2007 17:34:26 GMT -5
Shanna, I hope that Mary_Lynn's post was of help to you. My dad died when I was younger too, but my mom never remarried. We all still miss him so much, but one day we will all be re-united in Heaven. I firmly believe this and that the church is true. I'm sorry to hear about your problems and I will pray to the Lord to give you strength and comfort and encourage you to do the same. From looking at your screen pic....I think that you are a very pretty girl. If none of the nicer guys ask you to the prom......I'd just fine something else to do on that night. I know that it will be hard, but missing the prom isn't the end of the world and you don't have to settle for abusive boys....because you are worth more than that! Take care! Jenni
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