05-09-2015, 12:19 AM
Anyone who tries to put you down or berate you for your feelings will be banned with extreme prejudice.
I'm glad you were able to get this off your chest and find the courage to talk about it. Seeking help isn't weakness. In fact, it's a sign of strength and being able to know yourself well.
As I've stated many times on this site, I'm the oldest guy here. I've been through a lot in my life. I'm on my third wife. Three of my children I rarely see. I joined the military immediately after high-school to provide for my then-pregnant girlfriend. I'm in pretty much crippling debt, one which constantly causes me to seek escape from reality from via videogames and other diversionary activities. And, like yourself, my parents divorced. I grew up moving from place to place as my father's alcoholism continually got us evicted and him fired. Because of this, we were barely able to make ends meet. I was never particularly popular either, always being the new kid in class and being an introvert didn't help either. I remember the tough times of 1 meal a day. And for me, having my brothers and family with me helped to ease the burden.
Not trying to take away from you, just giving you a bit of background into my life before I get into the advice.
It might seem cliche, but you have to remember that tough times are temporary. You seem like someone who has the world in his hands. Smart. Able. Just the type of person who is full of opportunity and potential. Sometimes, you just need to take a step back from the situation, take a nice deep breath, and look at the problem from another angle. And never be afraid to seek counsel or advice. You never know just how much of a relief it can be to just talk to someone.
I'm glad you were able to get this off your chest and find the courage to talk about it. Seeking help isn't weakness. In fact, it's a sign of strength and being able to know yourself well.
As I've stated many times on this site, I'm the oldest guy here. I've been through a lot in my life. I'm on my third wife. Three of my children I rarely see. I joined the military immediately after high-school to provide for my then-pregnant girlfriend. I'm in pretty much crippling debt, one which constantly causes me to seek escape from reality from via videogames and other diversionary activities. And, like yourself, my parents divorced. I grew up moving from place to place as my father's alcoholism continually got us evicted and him fired. Because of this, we were barely able to make ends meet. I was never particularly popular either, always being the new kid in class and being an introvert didn't help either. I remember the tough times of 1 meal a day. And for me, having my brothers and family with me helped to ease the burden.
Not trying to take away from you, just giving you a bit of background into my life before I get into the advice.
It might seem cliche, but you have to remember that tough times are temporary. You seem like someone who has the world in his hands. Smart. Able. Just the type of person who is full of opportunity and potential. Sometimes, you just need to take a step back from the situation, take a nice deep breath, and look at the problem from another angle. And never be afraid to seek counsel or advice. You never know just how much of a relief it can be to just talk to someone.