ShatteredSerenity
I talk to God, but the sky is empty.
- Nov 24, 2024
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Suppose a genie popped out of a bottle and told you he could give you any resources you desire, except he can't change you or other people. Is there anything he could provide you that would help overcome the desire to CTB?
Remember he can't change you, so you'd still have to live with any mental or physical disorders. And he can't change other people, so for example he can't make people like you or do things for you.
I'll start. In my case it's a difficult question because my suffering is caused by long term mental health issues and trauma, not a lack of resources. Even if I won the lottery I'd steel feel terrible. But there are a few things that might help me endure the suffering longer, possibly until natural death.
First I would ask for guaranteed basic income. My mental health is so bad that I'm no longer able to work, but getting disability income here in the US is a huge hassle that takes at least two years minimum. It's also not enough to live on. Rather than tying income to disability, I'd rather see a guaranteed income that was available to anyone and provided enough to live a happy simple life. That would help a lot of people, and make it easier to meet people and make friends.
Next I would like some form of decent group housing for people with mental health issues. That kind of housing is extremely limited in my area, and a lot of it isn't very good. I'm thinking about something like a small apartment building with common dining and recreation areas, and with mental health practicioners and a pharmacy on site or within short walking distance. I used to live in my own house with my wife and kids so this would be a huge step down for me materially, but the unfortunate reality of bipolar disorder is now I need something like this.
Finally, to address loneliness I would like some way to meet other neurodivergent people, such as an app. The only close friendships I've ever had were with women I met through dating apps, so I'm ok with apps. Ideally I would find another romantic partner since my marriage is ending, but I realize that I also need to broaden my social circle beyond romantic relationships.
Remember he can't change you, so you'd still have to live with any mental or physical disorders. And he can't change other people, so for example he can't make people like you or do things for you.
I'll start. In my case it's a difficult question because my suffering is caused by long term mental health issues and trauma, not a lack of resources. Even if I won the lottery I'd steel feel terrible. But there are a few things that might help me endure the suffering longer, possibly until natural death.
First I would ask for guaranteed basic income. My mental health is so bad that I'm no longer able to work, but getting disability income here in the US is a huge hassle that takes at least two years minimum. It's also not enough to live on. Rather than tying income to disability, I'd rather see a guaranteed income that was available to anyone and provided enough to live a happy simple life. That would help a lot of people, and make it easier to meet people and make friends.
Next I would like some form of decent group housing for people with mental health issues. That kind of housing is extremely limited in my area, and a lot of it isn't very good. I'm thinking about something like a small apartment building with common dining and recreation areas, and with mental health practicioners and a pharmacy on site or within short walking distance. I used to live in my own house with my wife and kids so this would be a huge step down for me materially, but the unfortunate reality of bipolar disorder is now I need something like this.
Finally, to address loneliness I would like some way to meet other neurodivergent people, such as an app. The only close friendships I've ever had were with women I met through dating apps, so I'm ok with apps. Ideally I would find another romantic partner since my marriage is ending, but I realize that I also need to broaden my social circle beyond romantic relationships.
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