Pity

03/11/18, 10:40 am

Yes, I cry because I feel out of control sometimes. Yes, I feel scared and hopeless. Yes, I have a problem(s). But, ultimately, I don't want pity. I don't want to be the person who's not managing or the person whose personality is based around their mental illness. I'm not hiding it, I just don't want anyone to feel sorry for me. I don't want to wallow and sink deeper into hell. I've had friends and partners who all they do is wrap themselves in self pity and it's honestly so annoying. That may sound callous but it's true, and loved ones can only deal with so much self pity and "woe is me," especially when the person is refusing to get help. Besides, wouldn't you rather work to make your life worth living than to spend all your time feeling sorry for yourself?