Im not the most religious person, but definitely more religious than the "average" person from what I am told. Everytime I mention how I feel worse, I feel like relapsing, having suicidal thoughts; Those people who always say "Talk to us" or "We'll support you" bs always ends up starting with "Have you prayed?", "You need to talk to God more." It's like as if suffering is expected and that's the only "true" way to heal your sufferings. I lowk feel more shit about myself after talking about how I feel bc its like saying everyone else is managing okay and you're not bc you're not religious enough. Worst part is the fear-mongering. I'm already in a horrible place and you're telling me it can be worse? Oh fuck me ig.
I'd rather someone js straight up say "you're over-reacting" than bring up religion cus it makes me feel like whatever I am going through, I deserved it. Lowk all I want is someone to listen, like idc if you don't understand. The fact you're listening and trying to understand is enough for me.