What Makes You Sad Today

[Ronin1]

I hear what you are saying. But right now I can look forward to some year on government benefit because I can't hold a job or take an education. And finding a part time job in Denmark is imposible when the only thing you are really good at is blowing stuff up and doing what medics do. And no. In Denmark they don't take in people with PTSD for paramedic jobs.
I just find it hard not being able to provide for the family.

 

[Terrier]

If the govt assistance helps you provide for your family until you find your way, that is a good thing. I know you have more skills than you think. Sometimes it is hard to figure out how our military skills match up to civilian skills. Several of my war buddies have become construction workers or house/interior painters. They can work on their own and can focus on the task they are given. That and the hard labor of construction help them relieve some of the stress. You will find your niche. Is there any type of career counseling service that might help you match up your skills to a civilian job? I can tell you have planner and leadership skills just by reading what you've posted. You are obviously good at figuring out a problem and detail oriented if you used to blow things up. You would be surprised at how fast you will learn some new area, you have all the basic key skills necessary. You can do this.

 

[vikingr24]

Ronin, you need to see a doctor and right away. I know you are probably taking some kind of drug but obviously it is not helping you. Be honest about your thoughts of suicide. Remember your daughter won't be able to see you when you do get over this beast, even for a short time.You want her to have good memories of you.

And I will say this just once: if you are drinking. think of stopping. It only adds to the problem.

Stay with us, buddy. PM anyone here. I think you are in Denmark? Get Skype installed on your computer and them PM me for my ID. I am happy to talk to you.

Remember do not eat the whole elephant. One bite at a time. Focus. Breath properly from your stomach not your chest. Better than any xanax.

 

[woodsie]

Oh man, what an emotional roller coaster I had reading Ronins posts. I don't want to jack anyone's thread. But I have been struggling with Ronins thoughts hard for a month. I'm trying, I AM f*ckING TRYING. Ronin-it's tough out there ..brotha

 

[Grizzly]

@Ronin, only to echo what @vikingr24 has already stated. Get some help that starts working. It never happens on it's own usually, we got to advocate for ourselves. But please, for your family's sake do it.

And please realize the impact to a child when a parent who has died from suicide they are 3 times more likely to be hospitalized from a suicide attempt themselves.

Sorry if I'm blunt...But I think with so many Veterans dying from suicide daily there's no sense in pussyfooting around about it. We here are a support group! Reach out! This goes for anyone!

 

[SaharaSon]

I hear what you are saying. But right now I can look forward to some year on government benefit because I can't hold a job or take an education. And finding a part time job in Denmark is imposible when the only thing you are really good at is blowing stuff up and doing what medics do. And no. In Denmark they don't take in people with PTSD for paramedic jobs.
I just find it hard not being able to provide for the family.

Ronin, talk to us if you can bro, there are a lot of people here that want to shoot the breeze with you. If you can't, God be with you, travel well. We will all see you on the other side.