by Somnath Roy
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December 19, 2006

When You Feel That Life Can Offer You No More...

December 30, 2006 09:10 AM EST
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Every person has a bad patch in his life, when he is at his lowest. But, he has to overcome it & be happy. People around him have to convince him that there's a lot to live, a lot to see, for life's too short to enjoy all the wonders of the world. Only that can boost his confidence. After he has gone through that kind of phase, again the sun shines on him & he'll be happy.

Its precisely that kind of a day I'm having, from the time I woke up, I am feeling pretty low. Now, I know that tomorrow is New Year, so I should be all energised & gear on to welcome the new year. But, its the other way round. Its as if, someone inside me is telling me, pleading me to stop this all & end my life. No one is there to console me, no one is there to help me out, no one is there to give me love & say, "darling I care for you." I can't take it anymore, after all, another year, another 365 days, it seems a lot to me, I have lost the purpose of living, what for am I living in this world? Do I have something to contribute, maybe no, thats why God is asking me to come to him. Nothing is alright now, I see everyday rejoicing, everybody having a blast, but, I can't feel the vibratio, I can't feel the energy, it must be true, I have nothing to give, so the best way is to die, die a lonely death with no one by my side. Death seems to be the only solution to my problems.

I don't know if I'm ever going to get out of this phase, if I'll ever be able to resume my normal life again, or maybe, this is the very last article I'm writing, after that, darkness will engulf me like a blanket...if only I knew, but, no, I don't, only time can tell......

Somnath Roy. (12/30/2006)

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Comments: 25

Roshni M. Dec 30, 2006, 9:12am EST
Come on Somnath, don't be so upset, we all are with you.
Samuel R. Dec 30, 2006, 9:21am EST
If what you've written is true, then you seriously need to consult someone, Somnath.
David Salyer Dec 30, 2006, 9:31am EST
Just take it day by day. Do not overwhelm yourself with the next 365. No matter how bad things are there is always a glimmer of hope. Seek it out.
sea gull l. Dec 30, 2006, 9:45am EST
where there is life there is hope.
i think i can identify with a bit of what you wrote.
i have a silly solution to feeling low, i look for an argument, politics is good for that, and then i get swept away and forget what my cares and troubles had been.
perhaps you had disappointments in your life but surely as long as you are alive you can do something about it?
it is normal to feel low and feel without motivation as people party around you, i feel that way too, everyone seems to be having a ball however solitude is a great place for creativity and developing.
don't think god wants you out of this world, perhaps you have not found your purpose yet ..but there is one for sure.
you seem so sensitive and intelligent, i for one would miss you a lot..
my tips: always seek someone in a low situation, poor or handicap and help them out and then you will forget feeling low, but experience a high.
a silly solution that works had been given me today by my mom, go see a film! that always works,depending on the film, i can not choose, go out and forget your little world inside and expend your horizons, watch the sun rise or set, take a walk in the moon, get a puppy, care for an old person, watch ababy, but do not give up!
life is a struggle and this is what we got , make the best of the skills and gifts you have got!
Tammy W. Dec 30, 2006, 10:30am EST
The holidays can be very depressing but just keep in mind there are people that do love you and think of how hurt they would be if you were not here. Not everybody wants or needs to party on New Year's Eve and that will give you the opportunity to sit back and reflect on the past year and what you want to accomplish in the New Year. Nursing homes are a great place to start. There are many elderly people that have been thrown into a home and forgotten. They don't get out of their rooms to play games or do crafts because they don't care to mingle. They don't let anybody know it but they feel as if they have been kicked to the curb and they are just there. So why don't you adopt one or two. You would be suprised at how fulfilling that would make you feel. Every time you feel low just remember there is somebody else who is having a difficult time too. Turn it around so that you help somebody else get through a bad time. You will feel much better. But do not feel as though you have nothing to live for. You have so much!!
Somnath Roy Dec 30, 2006, 11:01am EST
Thanks everyone for your concern, I really a bit awful, but, I know I've all of you beside me. Maybe you all have the experience to face these circumstances & overcome them. I don't, I've never faced anything this in life, this is the first time, I am 19, thats why I didn't have any encounter with this type of thing before, so I decided to give up. But, thanks to your suggestions, all of yours, I am already feeling a little better.
Jennifer A. Dec 30, 2006, 12:02pm EST
Somnath, when life is kicking you, kick back. Take a moment, and stare at something beautiful -- a flower, or a kitten playing. Stare at the moon or the beautiful sky. When life is hard, pay hard attention to everything that is available and beautiful to see. Notice those things you never noticed before. Read jokes, and laugh if you can. The more moments of relief you have, the more that you are going to feel better. Please see someone. We would miss you on gather if you were gone. We love you, Somnath.
Barbra L. Dec 30, 2006, 1:16pm EST
Somnath:

Things will get better for you. All of this will pass. It is obvious to me, all of the above and others that you have very much to offer. You are extremely intelligent for your young age. Intelligence, talent, discernment and goodness that you have to offer is extremely valuable to others. We can sense this through your writings.

We appreciate your talents and we understand that this is a very rough time for you but I promise you, 'it will pass.'

We are awaiting your next article!
Somnath Roy Dec 30, 2006, 1:20pm EST
I would take your advice, but, I am already feeling better hearing all of your comments.
Somnath Roy Dec 30, 2006, 1:30pm EST
I have already decided on my new article & shall commence writing soon. I am also eager to hear from you Barbra, meanwhile I shall check out your new articles.
Barbra L. Dec 30, 2006, 4:00pm EST
Good, Somnath! I'm just thrilled that you are feeling better.

I will get busy on something new. Soon to come!
Anita D. Dec 30, 2006, 5:51pm EST
A success poem that is a guide to living life.
Write for yourself.

LIFE IS...
by Mother Theresa

Life is an opportunity, benefit from it.

Life is beauty, admire it.

Life is a dream, realize it.

Life is a challenge, meet it.

Life is a duty, complete it.

Life is a game, play it.

Life is a promise, fulfill it.

Life is sorrow, overcome it.

Life is a song, sing it.

Life is a struggle, accept it.

Life is a tragedy, confront it.

Life is an adventure, dare it.

Life is luck, make it.

Life is too precious, do not destroy it.

Life is life, fight for it.
Shaunee C. Dec 30, 2006, 9:06pm EST
take care of yourself and don't let things get you to down. I know the holidays can be hard. I understand I have had depression around the holidays before. I hope you have someone around to talk to you. Carol is right God doesn't want you yo do that. That is negitive thoughts you are having. I hope and pray things get better for you I will keep you in my prayers.
Somnath Roy Dec 31, 2006, 4:18am EST
Thanks all you guys, but, really, to tell you the truth, I am feeling much much better now, I am already forgotten what happened to me yesterday, Anita, thanks for that beautiful poem, Carol, Shaunee & Robin, I am glad that you all care so for me. Don't worry, I shall live, like I used to do. I am back to my former self.
Lalitha B. Dec 31, 2006, 4:22am EST
I endorse the poem by Mother Teresa sent to you by Anita. Good to know that you are getting out of this depression. Everything is a passing phase in life. So take it in your stride and hold out hope for tomorrow.
Somnath Roy Dec 31, 2006, 4:33am EST
Hey, thanks Lalitha, & by the way, I saw your article about the execution of Saddam Hussein, it was really good.
Charity M. Dec 31, 2006, 6:54am EST
(((Your writing...is you, "It's good...lets see more)))....:)
Somnath Roy Dec 31, 2006, 10:30am EST
You will see more, don't worry Charity M.
Samuel R. Jan 1, 2007, 9:49am EST
Its good to hear that you are feeling better, looking forward for your next article.
Ekta J. Jan 2, 2007, 3:57am EST
hi somnath, how r u now, i read ur article lilttle late otherwise i would also be there to cheer you up, so u see how many people care for you, u are small to be so stressed out from life, life is as beautiful as u want to make it, obviously it will show its ups and downs but always something good is waiting for you, so dont worry n keep living n keep writing n keep redaing all ur friends articles...........cheer up......
Somnath Roy Jan 2, 2007, 8:41am EST
No problem, I am alright now, its all behind me & I am really really enjoying this new year, thanks for your concern, EKs J.
Jennine D. Jan 11, 2007, 7:04pm EST
God cares about you and loves you and but a prayer away, but maybe your not a believe, still I will keep you in prayers.
Matthew Emmett Townsend Jan 11, 2007, 7:40pm EST
I care. My brother, I care.
Ron (in complete sheeple overload) W. Dec 9, 2007, 6:35am EST
On a mission, can't talk now, Trying to give fifty points (at least) to all my connections for Christmas, or whatever:

Ten unsolicited points from the world's worst connection. Merry whatever you celebrate!

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