I don't even know where to start. Everything in my life is so messed up. I don't know why everything is the way it is. I always try to make things better, but they never get better. I've lost faith in everything I held to be true and right. No one talks to me anymore. I pray all the time for help, but God never helps.
I've been out of work for so long. Every day I try harder and harder to get a job, but it never happens. My on and off girlfriend ignores me. I know she doesn't love me anymore. She blames me for everything that went wrong between us. I've tried to let go of her many times, then she'll come back after I tried moving on to get me back, and I go back but she treats me bad again. Im so weak when it comes to her. I have four kids that I hardly ever see. Nothing ever seems to go right.
I just don't understand why everything is such a mess and no matter how hard I try, it never gets better. Why? I think Im a smart, attractive, good hearted guy. I can't seem to get my life started again. Everything gets worse and worse and Im always depressed, I have no one to turn to. Im always so lonely anymore. I just don't understand anything anymore.

I am no expert on this, but I have been depressed and I know how it feels. I started getting over it by going to a bible based church. I know God answers prayers, even though sometimes its not the answer you are looking for. Surrounding yourself with positive people is a great way to get your mind right too. No matter what don't give up!! You may not feel it, but youhave people that care about you in your life, I don't even know youand I care about you!I am praying for you and I know you will find peace if you just trust God.

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I am no expert on this, but I have been depressed and I know how it feels. I started getting over it by going to a bible based church. I know God answers prayers, even though sometimes its not the answer you are looking for. Surrounding yourself with positive people is a great way to get your mind right too. No matter what dont give up!!!You may not feel it, but youhave people that care about you in your life, I dont even know youand i care about you!I am praying for you and I know you will find peace if you just trust God.

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Thank you. It's nice to hear someone cares. I try to tell myself that God is leading me to something better, but it gets so hard to believe it when nothing ever seems to get better. I try so hard to be positive, but it gets harder all the time, more and more. My on and off girlfriend blames me so much that I start thinking I actually am to blame, but I just don't know what for. She just doesn't seem like she cares at all. I've lost so many friends because of her. She used to complain that I would talk to them instead of her, but when I would push them aside and try to confide in her, she would just make me feel worse like what I felt means nothing. I know she is no good for me, but I don't feel like I can let go of her and I don't know why. I think my esteem has been so shattered. I feel so broken.

Have heart young guy, its rough, but you do have options. When work is scarce and hard to find, it's a perfect time to return to school and get qualified, and certified at a skill or trade, in something that has a future, like health care or mechanics, or plumbing. Its an endless list of where good paying jobs are going to be. Accomplishment, especially during tough times will get the confidence going.

I don't know where you are, but look around at not only online classes, but those offering financial assistance, and/or placement services for graduates. Never know, you might even enjoy the time you spend learning something new, or something you like.

Once your career and life has direction, anything is possible, even seeing your kids.

But you have to take the first step, and check it out. How old are you? What did you do before?

Pray for God's guidance... Remember when the disiples even doubted that Christ would rise again? Well he did! We all have doubts and fears and sometimes we feel like we're alone. We aren't. You aren't. The Bible says , 'Let not your heart be troubled; ye believe in God, believe also in me'... Please keep posting here. You have friends who will try to help you. God Bless You:)

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Have heart young guy, its rough, but you do have options. When work is scarce and hard to find, its a perfect time to return to school and get qualified, and certified at a skill or trade, in something that has a future, like health care or mechanics, or plumbing. Its an endless list of where good paying jobs are going to be. Accomplishment, especially during tough times will get the confidence going.

I don't know where you are, but look around at not only online classes, but those offering financial assistance, and/or placement services for graduates. Never know, you might even enjoy the time you spend learning something new, or something you like.

Once your career and life has direction, anything is possible, even seeing your kids.

But you have to take the first step, and check it out. How old are you? What did you do before?

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I'm 39 years old. And I was a master carpenter. There are so many like me that are also out of work, and there are so few job offers. I struggle everyday trying to get another job, no matter what it is. I call them periodically to keep showing my interest, but nothing happens.

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Pray for God's guidance...Remember when the disiples even doubted that Christ would rise again? Well he did! We all have doubts and fears and sometimes we feel like we're alone. We aren't. You aren't. The Bible says , 'Let not your heart be troubled; ye beleive in God, beleive also in me'...Please keep posting here. You have friends who will try to help you. God Bless You:)

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Thank you, and bless you too.
I pray all the time. Im still holding faith that God is liostening and hopefully already working out his plan to fix things. Sometimes I wonder if these trials of perserverence are to make me a stronger and better person than I was before, or if they are a punishment.

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Thank you, and bless you too.
I pray all the time. Im still holding faith that God is liostening and hopefully already working out his plan to fix things. Sometimes I wonder if these trials of perserverence are to make me a stronger and better person than I was before, or if they are a punishment.

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God never puts anything in our path that doesn't make us stronger! Read his word and thank him for your wonderful children. He will guide you. He loves us just as we love our children. Blessings:):)

Can you give a general location?

You are in my prayers!

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Can you give a general location?

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Pennsylvania

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Thank you so much, I appreciate that with all sincerity. And God bless you for your caring and compassion.

Dude just do some homework on Google, start with trade schools. Or anything you THINK you might like, and see if I am right about the many options you may have. I can attest that being out of work in one field, should not stop you from exploring other fields, whether related, or not.

Check it out as, if ex cons, and ex dope fiends, can rise above their situation, so can you.

Let me know, what you find, and if you need assistance.

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Dude just do some homework on google, start with trade schools. or anything you THINK you might like, and see if I am right about the many options you may have. I can attest that being out of work in one field, should not stop you from exploring other fields, whether related, or not.

Check it out as, if ex cons, and ex dope fiends, can rise above their situation, so can you.

Let me know, what you find, and if you need assistance.

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I will, and thank you very much for the advice.

Sometimes, when you ask God the things that you want, He will give you what you need. You want a job, but we never know, He might give you a business that will make you richer than Bill Gates. Come on, you're not even being positive. Let God guide in your path to conquer all the obstacles that life has to offer. I have been in your shoes before. When all things seems to fail, God intervened and now, I am better than any other woman in this world."just kidding". All I want to say is if you think that you have done everything to make things positive, how about try to take it easy. Sometimes, we people are so focused on solving a small problem that we don't realized it became big because of the way we try to solve it. God is always with us. Even if you're an agnostic, atheist or with different religion. We just have to BELIEVE. God bless you man.

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sometimes, when you ask God the things that you want, He will give you what you need. You want a job, but we never know, He might give you a business that will make you richer than Bill Gates. Come on, you're not even being positive. Let God guide in your path to conquer all the obstacles that life has to offer. i have been in your shoes before. When all things seems to fail, God intervened and now, I am better than any other woman in this world."just kidding". All I wanna say is if you think that you have done everything to make things positive, how about try to take it easy. Sometimes, we people are so focused on solving a small problem that we don't realized it became big because of the way we try to solve it. God is always with us. Even if you're an agnostic, atheist or with different religion. We just have to BELIEVE. God bless you man.

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Thank you. I am trying to stay positive as best as I can, but it gets so hard at times. It's so nice to have so many people here to talk to and people that care. I hope Im not coming off as a big baby about all this. It's just that it's been going on for so long.

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Thank you. I am trying to stay positive as best as I can, but it gets so hard at times. It's so nice to have so many people here to talk to and people that care. I hope Im not coming off as a big baby about all this. It's just that it's been going on for so long.

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Naahhhh... we both are babies when it comes to problems.. I used to cry a lot and attempted suicide.heheheh..


And, take one problem at a time. You stated that you were having troubles with your girlfriend as well right? You might want to focus first on getting a job and once established, talk to your girlfriend heart to heart. You can't serve two masters at a time so focus on one thing and once done, move to the other.

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naahhhh...we both are babies when it comes to problems..i used to cry a lot and attempted suicide.heheheh..

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Gosh, I hope not! You know, I actually thought about that a few times.

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Gosh, I hope not! You know, I actually thought about that a few times.

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Suicide is a big NO NO! By the way, you can find a lot of jobs in the internet. If you're an internet savvy, you can start you own video blog. A lot of my friends are earning because of advertisements on their blog and such.. im not really sure about it but you can try it though. Right now, I am looking for an online work such as customer service rep.im just being positive.. hehe

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suicide is a big NO NO! by the way, you can find a lot of jobs in the internet. If your an internet savvy, you can start you own video blog. a lot of my friends are earning because of advertisements on their blog and such..im not really sure about it but you can try it though. right now, i am looking for an online work such as customer service rep.im just being positive..hehe

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Im not very good with the internet to that extreme. But I wish you the best of luck with it. Keep up being positive. I will too. Thanks.

You are in the best hands in the world and that is God's hands. Doesn't that give you a sense of peace? Everything will be all right! Bless you!

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so the next question to answer is why did you give it (self-esteem) away...

that's not a judgment. lord knows most of us have done it, and still do it whether in big chunks or small increments...

but feeling better because she was feeling crappy so she made you feel crappy so she could feel better is more than a bit twisted.

and oh so human.

next trick... stop basing your self esteem on what others say or do... or even what you feel. start basing your self worth on your beliefs and your actions. find the value in your efforts, and less on the results.

its not easy to do. our world is results oriented. but the more you focus on acting through your beliefs, the more you are content with the results, whatever they might be... and a content person can be driven, successful, and accomplished. they just don't give others their own personal power.

k.

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Myself esteem went down hill from her constantly putting me down and breaking up with me all the time. I loved her so much, and I valued how she felt about me. When she would do those things, I didn't feel valued much at all, and would keep wondering why she didn't love me like I loved her. I didn't play games with her, I didn't put her down, and when she showed any signs of insecurity, which was rare or when she was drunk, I would comfort her and tell her how much I loved her. But she would not do that for me. And I didn't know why.
But if she was doing all those things to test me so she could feel better about herself, it kind of tells me that she valued how I felt for her, but wasn't a very good way to go about it. Making someone else feel bad or confused to make yourself feel better is very sick and twisted. It doesn't show much empathy or compassion for others. It's not actually the love I deserve, or anyone deserves for that matter. I just wonder what kind of love that is. I'm not 100% sure, but it seems that she has some kind of love for me because I give her a greater, unconditional love, and that's what she loves. It's like she uses me to get the love and value she craves when she craves it, but isn't willing to show any love unless it is taken away from her and she has no access to it. But then will try to get it back by showing temporary love, made to feel like real love, but is only a façade to regain the source of what boosted her self-esteem.
Question is, now that I understand more about this, what to do about her? It would be so hard just to let her go, because no matter how she treats me, and no matter how insane it may sound, I'm still very much in love with her. I may have greater insight, but I don't know what to do with it.

You leave her alone, and get yourself esteem back, through time, and the accomplishment of putting your life back together.

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I give her a greater, unconditional love, and that's what she loves. It's like she uses me to get the love and value she craves when she craves it, but isn't willing to show any love unless it is taken away from her and she has no access to it. But then will try to get it back by showing temporary love

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What she wants is you there when she can't find anyone else to have sex with.

She has you fooled young man. Stop acting like you're twelve years old. SHE IS USING YOU UNTIL SOMETHING BETTER COMES ALONG!
LISTEN TO OUR ADVICE! She does not love you! Sorry but you need to take off those rose colored glasses and see the person she really is. A USER... :mad:

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What she wants is you there when she can't find anyone else to have sex with.

She has you fooled young man. Stop acting like you're twelve years old. SHE IS USING YOU UNTIL SOMETHING BETTER COMES ALONG!
LISTEN TO OUR ADVICE!. She does not love you! Sorry but you need to take off those rose colored glasses and see the person she really is. A USER...:mad:

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Your right, I know. It's just hard to face and deal with. Three years of it is a long time.
I just wish there were a way that I could get her to stop this behaviour and take things seriously.

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Your right, I know. It's just hard to face and deal with. Three years of it is a long time.
I just wish there were a way that I could get her to stop this behaviour and take things seriously.

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She won't! Don't waste anymore time with her.

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She won't! Don't waste anymore time with her.

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I know, but that's a lot easier said than done. I just don't know how. I mean, I know what most people say: work on myself, be around friends, go out and have a good time, date other peole, exercise, blah, blah, blah. But I don't need to do those things, there's nothing to work on with myself, Im fine with myself. It's just everything else. I can't seem to get anywhere with anything. I struggle all the time trying to get a job, I don't just sit around doing nothing, Im a very motivated person. Im ready to take on anything, ie: be successful with work, have a great relationship, and resolve all my problems and debts. But nothing ever happens. Im just spinning my wheels and getting no where. I just for the life of me can't understand why nothing happens or works out. It's not me and it's not what I do or don't do.
I just feel like my life is over and all my dreams will never happen, because no matter how hard I try, nothing happens. And I believe, and would love to know that my beliefs aren't just fantasy tales or just wishful thinking, but I do for now believe there is a God. I pray all the time. But nothing ever happens. If there is a God, why doesn't he do anything? Or if he doesn't want to, and figures that I don't need to have a life, then why doesn't he just take it already? I would rather not exist than to exist this way.

You're not a teeny bopper, so you have had something's you have earned, as you have a skill.

But I really think you may have it a valley that's screwing with your attitude a bit, and I know we all get overwhelmed sometimes. It happens.

But personally, I no longer wonder why life throws me curve balls any more, because it happens to us all. No matter how low things get, I always find that one glimmer to build on no matter how small. Sometimes all I find is to be grateful to just wake up and know its another chance, or another opportunity to make a difference even if all I accomplish is to take out the garbage. Those little things are what really keep me going through a lot of life's storms that come up when you least expect it, and wanted some sunshine.

I think the only thing we CAN control is our own attitude, and if you start every day with an attitude of gratitude, maybe you will start to see things differently. But I can understand being without a job, and losing a girlfriend can make any one feel terrible, but maybe its just life, clearing your life for something else, something better.

You say you believe in God, so keep believing, and work WITH that God, with positive actions, and thoughts. I mean, do you have something better to do? Use that self motivation to explore your options, and see the best, not the worst. God works in his own time and when your ready, you get the blessings of your actions.

Hang in there a little longer. This is but a test you can pass.

I know you are right about what you are saying Talaniman. Im sorry if I sound like Im whining like a baby about things. It's not that it's a hard struggle, but it's just been way too long. It just seems like there is no light at the end of the tunnel. But I guess I should adjust my attitude about the whole thing a little more. I should be more grateful I guess. And I know that everyone gets into low spots in their lives that they cannot explain either, or some people have it even worse off.
Thanks for the kick in the butt. Im not giving up. I guess Im just trying to blow off some steam and vent a little.

Ok, I have a new challenge coming up. I was talking with myt on and off girlfriend tonight about our relationship, and she just continues to blame me for everything and when I ask her simple yetr to the point questions, she either avoids them or gives me the I don't know thing. So anyway, basically she says she doesn't know how she feels, but she is mad at me for everything going wrong, and I told her that if her and I are over with, then she doesn't have to be mad at me, for one, I didn't break it off with her, she did, and also, if she realizes that I was the wrong one for her, then at least she knows now and never has to put up with me and she can find the one for her. Well, she says she will be mad anyway. I don't know why or what that means.
So, towards the end, I asked her if I could meet up with her sometime tomorrow so I can spend some time with my son. She said she would and that we can meet at the park and spend time with him. Now why would she want to do this together if she wants to end the relationship and how should I handle her considering the current situation between us? Any ideas from an outsiders perspective?

You are going to get right back on the bridge and I hope you you don't fall off. There is a son? I may be wrong but have you mentioned him before? Just because you aren't back with her does not mean God has not answered your prayer. Don't blame God! I don't believe he is going to bless this relationship until you both show some self respect to each other. Your child is watching your life and hers! Grow up and be a man he can look up to.

Sounds like you are a strong person.

I lost my job last year, then got dumped. And been struggling.

Faith is everything. In yourself.

But that comes with work & not letting the bad outweigh the good.

I guess that's every day in every situation, hey?

More importantly to recognize what isn't workin'

A new plan.

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You are going to get right back on the bridge and I hope you you don't fall off. There is a son? I may be wrong but have you mentioned him before? Just because you aren't back with her does not mean God has not answered your prayer. Don't blame God! I don't beleive he is going to bless this relationship until you both show some self respect to each other. Your child is watching your life and hers! Grow up and be a man he can look up to.

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Yeah, but how should I act around her tomorrow?

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Sounds like you are a strong person.

I lost my job last year, then got dumped. And been struggling.

Faith is everything. In yourself.

But that comes with work & not letting the bad outweigh the good.

I guess thats every day in every situation, hey?

More importantly to recognize what aint workin'

A new plan.

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Im trying to figure out a plan to dealing with her. Im very excited about spending time again with our son, but I also want to have some effect on her. She doesn't seem like she wants a relationship or even cares to have one with me anymore, but she is willing to spend the afternoon together with me and our son. How should I be towards her?

That's because she needs you for that.

I would concentrate on the relationship with your son.

Cause the one with her is done.

When you are all together, I would make it all about what makes your son happy & her doing the same. Making those ground rules with her so it doesn't make him worry. Affect him or anyone later. No tugs of war.

Be honest with her about that.

Never stop letting him know that will you love & support him forever, regardless of anything.

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Thats because she needs you for that.

I would concentrate on the relationship with your son.

Cause the one with her is done.

When you are all together, I would make it all about what makes your son happy & her doing the same. Making those ground rules with her so it doesnt make him worry. Affect him or anyone later. No tugs of war.

Be honest with her about that.

Never stop letting him know that will you love & support him forever, regardless of anything.

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She needs me for what? Im sorry, maybe Im missing something.
Of course Im going to make it a day about my son. He will be very happy to see me. By the way, he is 2 years old.
Im just wondering how I should be with her. Should I act like I couldn't care less about her or what? This to me isn't all about just my son, it's about my family, her included.

To be dad, but not in a committed relationship with her. Is what I meant.

Maybe you should have a frank conversation about you both plan to nurture a son apart. And the implications and rules that come with that.

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To be dad, but not in a committed relationship with her. Is what I meant.

Maybe you should have a frank conversation about you both plan to nurture a son apart. And the implications and rules that come with that.

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But, Im not sure if she is being definite about breaking up. I think she wants to see how things may go between us being around each other again. I believe she would like to regain our relationship, but the only problem is that she acts as though Im supposed to be the one who needs to do all the changing, shich isn't really true. It's sort of like a game she plays with me, the in and out thing.

Don't ever get involved in playing games , there is never a real winner.

What you do is go along and treat her with respect and just play it cool , that not only shows her your stance it also gives a nice calm environment for your son.

If she wants to play games let her , just don't stoop to her level.

That's my point. A game. One that you continue to play with her.

Here's some things you said:

"My ON AND OFF girlfriend IGNORES me"

"She BLAMES ME for everything"

"I know SHE DOESNT LOVE ME ANYMORE"

"I go back but she TREATS ME BAD AGAIN"

Wait, here's the kicker:

"I just don't understand why everything is such a mess"

No capital letters on that one.


I guess I would have to wonder why you have 4 kids you never see.

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Thats my point. A game. One that you continue to play with her.

Heres some things you said:

"My ON AND OFF girlfriend IGNORES me"

"She BLAMES ME for everything"

"I know SHE DOESNT LOVE ME ANYMORE"

"I go back but she TREATS ME BAD AGAIN"

Wait, heres the kicker:

"I just don't understand why everything is such a mess"

No capital letters on that one.

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Yes, I see your point with that.
I don't know why I let myself get caught up in all that. But I just do, and nothing ever gets any better. I know what she does isn't right. But I just can't seem to stop letting myself go through it with her. I just want her to give me a real relationship and have a family, that's all. Im not asking for too much. I just wish I could understand why she plays with me the way she does and if there is anythibng I can do to make her stop and realize that we will never get anywhere that way.

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I just wish I could understand why she plays with me the way she does and if there is anything I can do to make her stop and realize that we will never get anywhere that way.

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Because you allow it , and if you don't make a stand and stop putting up with it she'll continue to do so.