different post. perhaps need support

hey y’all. I want to talk about this since it’s something I’ve been thinking about today. this is not the usual little life moment post I put out there. while doing hw today, I ventured off to search up things that randomly came up my mind. most quite tied to the thoughts I’ve been having. basically, I looked up on how people with chronic illnesses can live better lives. the stories I’ve read broke my heart. it’s so unfair. these people didn’t ask to be sick. I’m upset that they got a shitty deck of cards. and for some reason, my mind is now trying to focus on them whenever I do something fun/relaxing. things like “they can’t do this. some can’t walk. some can’t even take a shower” & other stuff appear on my mind & I feel guilty. like I should be ashamed or something. and I feel bad that there are people out there that don’t have the ability to do simple things. it makes me wish there were cures for sickness. & if we were to be able to pick some cures and not all, I’d go for the worst ones. I wish these people could live their lives to the fullest, without having bad health. I searched a way to make their lives better and didn’t find much I think. since most results went to people who were sick talking about their stories it makes me sad & I wish I had some power to take it away. I’d rather prefer for the diseases to exist but have cures rather than them existing with no cures. ideally, no diseases but if I had to choose, I’d go with the cures. it’s just so unfair. and some people are too young & deal with such issues. I hope in the nearby future, with technology advancing, that scientists/researchers find cures to these nasty diseases. and I hope that there will be cheaper and accessible healthcare for all. I will be doing my best to vote for these changes from now on. I just want the world to be a better place. I have hope. I won’t let it die. I’m just sad that these people have to go through this. any comments would be appreciated. how do I enjoy present moments without feeling guilty that others don’t get the same opportunity? I’m just down :(

hanysm@gmail...

Date posted: 8h

You don’t have to carry the whole world on your shoulders. Wanting everyone to be healthy and safe shows you have a very kind heart, but trying to control or “fix” the world from inside your head is an impossible task and only makes you suffer more. The world is not your responsibility to manage. It’s full of problems, but it’s also full of people, systems, and changes that unfold without any one person directing them. Your guilt doesn’t help those who are suffering; your wellbeing and your actions in your own sphere do. The most helpful thing you can do—for yourself and for others—is to take care of your own mental health, enjoy the small good moments you do have, and quietly grow your skills, character, and compassion. From there, you can vote, volunteer, support causes, or be kind to people around you in ways that are sustainable. You’re allowed to enjoy a walk, a shower, a laugh, or a cozy night without feeling guilty that others can’t. Your suffering doesn’t cancel theirs, and your joy doesn’t disrespect them. Let the world do its work, and let yourself be a small, imperfect, gentle part of it, not its controller.

LKRoseCity

Date posted: 5h

Yes the guy above said it well. And yes i feel that way too when i see less fortunate. It's a lesson everytime your heart breaks.

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