Has anyone ever rung Samaritans?

I have, just once (so far). About three months ago. Never thought I would, until the last couple of years. I’d been carrying round their phone number flyer in my coat pocket for ages to the point it was, and remains, a frayed old reminder of a comforting ‘should you need us…’ I came very close to it again last night, which is why it’s in my mind. Instead I found some silly escapist distraction instead - often I can’t manage that when I’m too down/anxious/overwhelmed with lost causes but I was somehow able to flip that switch for a while - and I suspect I will again in the not to distant future. What an amazing service. When internal looping will no longer ‘help’, to speak it aloud someone, instantly (not waiting for a weekly appointment) and for a fluid duration really helps to no longer be a tree falling in the forest, just for a little while.

This place helps a lot too, of course! 

Anyone else ever called them? If you’re comfortable saying that is. 

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  • I have, found the woman I talked with really caring and understanding. Just having someone listening on the other end of the phone made a huge difference for me.

    I first called after my dads heart attack. I then called again when my mum got sick and my mental health began to break down. Each time I called I was given a lot of support and it helped so much.

    I haven't called them for a long time now but it's nice knowing they're there in case I ever need someone to talk to.

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  • I have, found the woman I talked with really caring and understanding. Just having someone listening on the other end of the phone made a huge difference for me.

    I first called after my dads heart attack. I then called again when my mum got sick and my mental health began to break down. Each time I called I was given a lot of support and it helped so much.

    I haven't called them for a long time now but it's nice knowing they're there in case I ever need someone to talk to.

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