The 'What Has You Feeling Down?' thread

I thought maybe people would like a specific place to vent about the issues in their life that have them feeling less than themselves emotionally, and maybe we can give them some encouragement, words of wisdom, etc. You get the idea.

I've seen these types of posts in The Topic With No Subject and the Pissed Off threads, but wanted to make a home for each other's troubles since I think they deserve to not be buried in other threads.

Mods, sorry if this feels like a redundant thread. Do with it what you wish.

Shall i get the ball rolling? My father in-law was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer. They've concluded that it's moderately agressive and he has an appointment with a consultant a week from Friday. I love him dearly and he had actually confided in me rather than my wife or his son. Unfortunately, the cat was soon out of the bag and my wife found out. Needless to say, she is a wreck over it. He's a special guy without a bad bone in his body. I'd have trouble believing he has ever had an enemy.

So, that's what's on my mind these days.

I was about to post about my financial situation and the struggle to rent a house on my own but as much as that is really getting me down now, it's insignificant when compared to issues like the one you've posted.

We take for granted being in good health, which is far more important than financial matters.

Tough times Eric. My sister has cancer and she's in college away from the family. She's feeling very lonely right now

Sounds like a top bloke who doesn't deserve that, Eric. Pissed off at a few things, but that pales in comparison to something like that. Best wishes mate, truly hope that he is able to fight it.

YNWA

My thoughts are with you Eric, Y.N.W.A. Mate.

I thought maybe people would like a specific place to vent about the issues in their life that have them feeling less than themselves emotionally, and maybe we can give them some encouragement, words of wisdom, etc. You get the idea.

I've seen these types of posts in The Topic With No Subject and the Pissed Off threads, but wanted to make a home for each other's troubles since I think they deserve to not be buried in other threads.

Mods, sorry if this feels like a redundant thread. Do with it what you wish.

Shall i get the ball rolling? My father in-law was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer. They've concluded that it's moderately agressive and he has an appointment with a consultant a week from Friday. I love him dearly and he had actually confided in me rather than my wife or his son. Unfortunately, the cat was soon out of the bag and my wife found out. Needless to say, she is a wreck over it. He's a special guy without a bad bone in his body. I'd have trouble believing he has ever had an enemy.

So, that's what's on my mind these days.

My thoughts are with your Father-in-Law at this moment in time Eric, my Dad has had prostrate cancer, he was one of the lucky ones, he's still here, I hope your Father-in-Law also has the same good fortune....hugs to you hun 

Tough times Eric. My sister has cancer and she's in college away from the family. She's feeling very lonely right now

Thoughts are also with you Racer, for good health for your Sister, I hope she gets better just like my Sister has..hugs to you to hun 

After reading this...my little problems pale into insignificance.

Everyone gets down at times....I'm a very positive person whose glass is always more than half full, I think it helps me through life, I'd like to think it does anyway.

BR and Racer, sorry to hear that man. It's hard to talk about these things as well so hats off for opening up about it. I sincerely hope your father in law and your sister make a full on speedy recovery. I found out at the weekend my cousin has hodgkin's lymphoma and she's not long had a little baby. So I feel a bit of your down-ness. YNWA

Feelings out to racer and kenny as well.

My grandpa's actually had lung cancer for about 3 years now, so I understand as well. One of the things that made my decision to quit smoking pretty easy. He's still battling away, stubborn as a brick wall he is so pretty natural really In his 80's, smoked from 20-70 so he's pretty lucky to only get it recently really.

Big hugs all round thanks guys. Feel for my sister. Not overly keen on talking about it too much. 

Praying for your Cousin Kenny that she gets better, especially as she has a little one, can't be easy at all for her, hope she makes a full recovery hun xxx

Big hugs to you BigVern for your Grandpa, hope he gets better too.

Big hugs all round thanks guys. Feel for my sister. Not overly keen on talking about it too much. 

It's good to talk hun  anytime you want to....I'm here xxx

It's such a terrible disease, I've seen it first hand over the last few years with my mam.

All the best to everyone who's lives are effected by it.

Thoughts and prayers for all your loved ones, people. I hope they all get better.
I've stated my reasons on another thread, but now my grandma is better so fingers crossed she'll get through it.
Funny how when these thing happen we all see clearer, and no matter how tough we think we are, well at least I thought I was, today I realized that I'm not quite ready for some things, god forbid.
And again thank you guys, your support really help me to get a grip of myself today   

You know when you just feel down for no real reason, I hate that. Actually there's probably a reason I can think of from today but I'd rather wait and see before I say it.

I was gonna have a moan about my health - been poorly most of this week. My job - which looks like its gonna end soon as well.

But then I read the posts from Eric, Racer, Cas, Kenny, Kate and Kelvo and it really does put things into perspective. 

Your health really is everything, big hugs to you all and I hope those that are affected get well real soon  xxxxx

Sorry to hear of the problems people have and the illnesses affecting family members. Had a bit of a crappy year myself, but we keep plodding on!

To one and all...You'll Never Walk Alone.

Sorry to hear you've been poorly Smiggs  big hugs hun, get better soon.

Not looking good for your job then 

My mood's been dipping for months now which is bad enough but other things are now happening too (things out of my control but that have a knock on affect), so that just adds insult to injury really.  Then just before I came out to work on Thursday night, found out that a very dear friend of mine had died.  Think it hadn't really sunk in untill I was about half way to work and then I couldn't stop crying. 

Sorry to hear your friend has died Bradders, a very upsetting time for you I'm sure. 

Sorry to hear about your friend mate, i know its hard when you lose someone whos close to you ive been there twice :/.

Thanks for the well wishes, everyone.

Rep, sorry to hear the finances aren't there. I'd say moan away. Sure it might not be life or death, but that doesn't make it less valid. It's what's got you down and if you want to, talk about it. I certainly didn't want anyone to feel like their issues are being one-upped.

Racer, RK & Verner...sorry to hear all that terrible news. Hopefully everything works out for all our loved ones.

I've stated my reasons on another thread,

Yeah, you inspired me to start this thread. Glad to hear your grandmother's improving, Kate.

I was gonna have a moan about my health - been poorly most of this week. My job - which looks like its gonna end soon as well.

You could just as easily apply what I said to Rep here! As for the job, who knows? One door closes and another opens. Maybe (hopefully) something better comes along, Vicky. Feeling any better healthwise?

Gow I've often wondered if your lack of time here might be down to something bad. Hope not.

Bradders that is awful. YNWA.

Sorry to hear a dear friend has died, Bradders. YNWA

Sorry to hear about your loss bradders. YNWA mate