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By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024
Thank you for the invitation.
I must admit that I have very few middle or high school students in my practice. While the difficulties encountered by each child are different, I believe that they are similar to the questioner in that they all feel that they are alone in the world with no one to turn to. If you want to do a theoretical analysis, you can talk at length.
However, this is an unproductive approach. Each child's feelings are influenced by unique factors, leading to different conclusions.
One particular sentence in the questioner's narrative stood out to me: "Imagining having a split personality means that at least I can stop suffering, or maybe killing me and taking my place, living the way I was meant to, enjoying everything I should have had, shining in my place." The word "imagining" is a positive one, and its importance cannot be overstated.
It is important to understand that fantasy is a state of mind that allows us to imagine possibilities beyond the constraints of reality. It provides a protective buffer, enabling us to navigate challenges in reality while still maintaining a sense of stability and growth.
"Alice in Wonderland" is not merely a fairy tale about Alice's self-redemption from her challenging circumstances.
As a result, the questioner may wish to encourage the imaginary other personality to explore the concept in greater depth and then express it in words. Similarly, while it may not be feasible to reconnect with the teacher who inspired you in person, expressing gratitude is always possible and should be done.
While there is regret at not being able to communicate in person, both the teacher and the questioner are moving towards a mutually beneficial resolution. This regret seems to be less negative and more constructive.
Despite the emotional fluctuations that adolescents experience due to their physiology, psychology, and environment, as well as their sensitivity and impulsivity, they should be taken seriously. If parents do not take them seriously, the questioner must prioritize taking care of his emotions in a timely manner, confiding in others (such as through writing), seeking help promptly (such as through Q&A or psychological hotlines), and, when necessary, seeking help from a doctor (especially when accompanied by sleep problems).
I hope this information is useful to you. Best regards,
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I can relate to feeling so lost and disconnected from everything around me, like the world is moving but I'm standing still. It's hard when you're in a place where no one seems to understand or care about what you're going through.
The chaos in class makes it impossible to focus, and it feels like no matter how much you try, you can't find your place or hear that future calling your name. It's like being in a crowded room but completely alone.
Seeing others grow up surrounded by support while feeling abandoned myself is heartbreaking. Sometimes, it feels like we're given talents just to remind us of what we could have been if circumstances were different.
It's tough when you feel like giving up on everything, even the dreams you once held dear. Fantasizing about an escape, whether through a split personality or something else, can seem like the only way out of the pain. But deep down, you know that's not the answer.
Remembering moments of hope, like getting into your desired high school or finding inspiration in a beloved teacher, only adds to the ache when those moments slip away. The loss of someone who believed in you can feel like losing a part of yourself.