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When you need extra support... - 1/24/2008 9:04:28 AM

Margaret

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Gratefulness.org is full of caring people. We are not, however, a counseling service, and there are limits to the support we can provide. To find further help, please call the counseling center at the college or university nearest you and ask for referrals to services in your area.

Occasionally we hear from people so distressed that they are thinking of ending their lives. The National Hopeline Network provides access to trained telephone counselors, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please call 1-800-784-2433.

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RE: When you need extra support... - 1/26/2008 12:21:14 PM

buttington

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Dear Margaret,
I think I know what you mean by this post, but then I'm not depressed. I'm a bit worried that it comes over as this:

"We can't help you, so don't come here."

I'm absolutely sure that isn't what you are saying, but one person has already emailed me saying she thought that's what it meant.

Best wishes, Jude

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Love is the only way

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RE: When you need extra support... - 1/31/2008 11:42:53 PM

Imenuff

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Dear Margaret, thank you for this post pinned to the top. There have been times when I have received an email and did not know what was available in the particular area where someone lived. It was so often stressed to us and we are still reminded of it in Peer Review that as Spiritual Directors, we need to be able to recognize the difference between giving spiritual support/companioning and when an individual needs professional counseling assistance. We are consistently reminded that if possible, support/companioning should continue while the individual is getting professional help and that we are doing that individual a real disservice if we do not suggest it or if we allow it to become an either or situation. Thank you for giving a very positive reference point.

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Shalom(May you be at peace in Body, Mind,& Spirit)

I'menuff

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RE: When you need extra support... - 2/19/2008 10:31:42 PM

*Happy Face*

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Dear Margaret,

I understand completely. I come here at times when I
feel bad and need some advice.Of course I never
take it as professional advice. However I thank people
for their kind words. I light candles often,too.

When I really need to talk to someone,I turn
to my real friends. They understand me more
because they know me online and offline.

Anyways,Even though I'm a stranger,I consider
a few folks here as online friends,only.

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''Before You Judge Someone By Their Manners,
Behavior ,Disabilities, Way Of Life,Or Appearence.
Imagine Yourself In Their Position First...

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