TW: Discussion of and Self Harm

I never thought life would hollow me out like this. You spend your younger years thinking you’ll beat the odds, that the pain you read about in books and see in movies won’t come for you. But life doesn’t make exceptions. It just takes. One thing after another, until you’re left staring at the wreckage, wondering when it all started to go wrong.

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Disclaimer: If any part of this scenario resonates with you, please Do Not suffer in silence. Help is available. Reach out to one of the helplines below:

🇺🇸 - United States: 988 & Crisis Lifeline – Dial 988 for 24/7 support.

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🇨🇦 - Canada: Talk Canada – Reachable at 1-833-456-4566 or text 45645 (available 4 p.m. to midnight ET).

🇦🇺 - Australia: Lifeline Australia – Contact 13 11 14 for crisis support and prevention.

🇳🇿 - New Zealand: Lifeline Aotearoa – Call 0800 543 354 or text 4357 for free, 24/7 counseling.

These helplines offer immediate assistance and are staffed by trained professionals ready to listen and provide support.