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Shedd
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« on: December 11, 2016, 02:30:45 AM »

So my ex called in sick today.  Usually, that means she has turned herself into the hospital for wanting to kill herself.  I can't help, but feel responsible yet again.  This is the fourth time she has gone since we broke up.  If that's really the case.  If she doesn't show up for her next couple shifts I will know for sure, but she usually doesn't call in unless it's for that reason.

Anyway, I've been trying to talk to her recently since she has me blocked on everything under the sun including my phone number.  I just wanted to let her know that I would always be here for her when and if she decides to come back into my life.  So she knows I haven't left.


Well, I sent her an email saying everything I needed to from an email address she hasn't seen before, and I feel like it's my fault she's in the hospital. 

Every time I do something like that she goes I into the hospital.  If she doesn't care about me anymore than why would she be so upset? I thought she was happier now and life was a little better at least, and I was trying to be a good person by saying that I would still be here if she needed me.  She's making me feel like I am a complete evil manipulative ass.  Maybe I am?
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« Reply #1 on: December 11, 2016, 02:43:47 AM »

So my ex called in sick today.  Usually, that means she has turned herself into the hospital for wanting to kill herself.  I can't help, but feel responsible yet again. 

You are not responsible for her feelings and you are not responsible for taking care of her, especially if you are broken up. That said, you clearly care and would like to help. You shouldn't let guilt make you blind to the fact that it's a positive quality to have compassion and concern. But it is possible that acting on your compassion and concern as you have ends up causing more harm than good at this point.

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I've been trying to talk to her recently since she has me blocked on everything under the sun including my phone number.  I just wanted to let her know that I would always be here for her when and if she decides to come back into my life.  So she knows I haven't left.

What do you mean you haven't left? That you would take her back if she wanted to continue the relationship? That you would be there for her is she needs someone to lean on? If she has you blocked, then it might be healthiest for both of you if you respect the actions she's taken not to be in contact with you. It can be hard, I know, and you're left wondering whether she really means it and wants to block you completely. The thing is, you can't know her secret inner thoughts. But you do know her actions -- she's blocked you from contacting her. Maybe it's best to respect the steps she's taken not to be in contact? If she does reach out to you sometime, then you can let her know you're there for her, if you feel that's appropriate and what you want to do then. In the meantime, you can focus on your own well-being and happiness.

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Every time I do something like that she goes I into the hospital.  If she doesn't care about me anymore than why would she be so upset?

She might still care a great deal, but not want to be in contact. If your reaching out results in her going to the hospital, is it a good idea to keep trying?

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I thought she was happier now and life was a little better at least, and I was trying to be a good person by saying that I would still be here if she needed me.  She's making me feel like I am a complete evil manipulative ass.  Maybe I am?

No, you're not. You're struggling with your emotions and thoughts, just as she seems to be struggling with hers. You're not evil. The thing to ask yourself is not whether you're being evil or manipulative, but simply whether your actions are having a positive effect. Is it doing you or her any good for you to keep reaching out when she has tried to stop you from contacting her? It can be very hard to stop yourself, I truly understand. But maybe you can learn to say a prayer for her in your own mind, or write your feelings down for yourself, then refrain from contacting her, unless she clearly indicates she's ready to be in contact with you?
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« Reply #2 on: December 11, 2016, 03:13:24 AM »


What do you mean you haven't left? That you would take her back if she wanted to continue the relationship? That you would be there for her is she needs someone to lean on?

She might still care a great deal, but not want to be in contact. If your reaching out results in her going to the hospital, is it a good idea to keep trying?

 Is it doing you or her any good for you to keep reaching out when she has tried to stop you from contacting her?

I am saying I haven't left because she pushed me away.  I don't know what the best thing is to do because she's so confusing. It seems like she really does still care about me, but I am so torn wondering when and if she's going to come back in my life or do I give up on it completely.  That's why I wanted to talk because I just feel like she is never going to come back.

Yes, I would take her back as lover or friend as long as she is in my life.  I can't help it I care about her too much and just want to be there for her.  Unless of course I find a new relationship before then, but I would still offer her friendship if she wanted it.

 She always put me in a lose lose situation.  She told me she wanted me to stand up for myself more.  I thought maybe by sending her that email it would be showing that side of me.  That I have learned to stand up for myself.

I guess a this point it doesn't do us any good for me to try.  That email was the last thing I needed to say. So whenever or if she decides to come into my life I guess we will just have to wait and see until then I am trying to close off my heart from her.  It's just really hard when I see her at work all the time.
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« Reply #3 on: December 11, 2016, 03:24:56 AM »

That email was the last thing I needed to say. So whenever or if she decides to come into my life I guess we will just have to wait and see until then I am trying to close off my heart from her.  It's just really hard when I see her at work all the time.

I can imagine it's incredibly hard sharing the same workplace. You have said what you needed to say. It won't be easy to focus on yourself and stop from reaching out. But it sounds like you realize that's the best way forward for now. Maybe have a plan in place in case you have a very strong urge to reach out? Tell yourself you'll write your thoughts down and sit on them for  a day? Or get up and take a walk to clear your head? Anything to give yourself some time for the urge to pass.

Take care of yourself. None of this is easy.
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« Reply #4 on: December 11, 2016, 03:28:59 AM »

I am not in contact with her.  We just work together so I see her, but she refuses to talk to me.

Yeah, I am not going to try anymore. It's best to let her come to me.  I am going to make a therapist appt soon to talk about it.  Thank you for your concerns. 
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