# I want to help **URL:** https://letstalk.mindline.sg/c/hangouts/i-want-to-help/21.md [Latest](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/latest.md) · [Categories](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/categories.md) · [Tags](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/tags.md) --- ## [About 'I want to help' category](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/about-i-want-to-help-category/225)
**Author:** [@system](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2022, 5:28am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/about-i-want-to-help-category/225 "2022-06-22T05:28:59Z")
A space for sharing and receiving tips on supporting a partner, family member, friend or neighbour who needs emotional or mental health support. Also a place to share about volunteering opportunities and experiences. --- ## [Best Sleep Mask for Light Sleepers: Any Recommendations?](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/best-sleep-mask-for-light-sleepers-any-recommendations/29711)
**Author:** [@faithfulmushroom5930](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/faithfulmushroom5930)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2026, 1:58pm UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/best-sleep-mask-for-light-sleepers-any-recommendations/29711 "2026-10-27T13:58:21Z")
I’ve been thinking about getting a sleep mask because I sometimes struggle to sleep when there’s light coming into my room. I’m a side sleeper, so I’m hoping to find something that blocks out the light without feeling un… --- ## [I feel kinda useless](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/i-feel-kinda-useless/29068)
**Author:** [@pluie](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/pluie)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 2:33pm UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/i-feel-kinda-useless/29068 "2026-08-04T14:33:00Z")
Sometimes my friends talk to me about their issues and I want to help them but I don’t know the right words to say. I usually just keep probing them with questions to further understand what’s bothering them but I feel l… --- ## [Husband infidelity](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/husband-infidelity/28956)
**Author:** [@flowingfinch2011](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/flowingfinch2011)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2026, 10:17pm UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/husband-infidelity/28956 "2026-07-06T22:17:12Z")
My husband had an affair with his female colleague. The female colleague is married and he gave in to temptation which really broke my heart. Worst .. the ■■■■■ continue to flirt with him despite me Telling him to not c… --- ## [Emergency..need help by end of the month](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/emergency-need-help-by-end-of-the-month/28901)
**Author:** [@Isha](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/Isha)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2026, 7:13am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/emergency-need-help-by-end-of-the-month/28901 "2026-06-23T07:13:45Z")
What foundational course would you recommend for someone who did not complete formal education and requires additional support in English and mathematics? I currently 23 years old. I live in Singapore. My English is aver… --- ## [My life and a small rant](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/my-life-and-a-small-rant/27832)
**Author:** [@DavidDavido](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/DavidDavido)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2026, 7:47am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/my-life-and-a-small-rant/27832 "2026-02-05T07:47:40Z")
So my life atm is weird I have a bit of work in school to do but i can never find motivation to do anything i end up sitting at my desk procrastinating so badly its awful Then also ive been feeling lonely in the sense … --- ## [Practical Gifts/Rewards For Seniors in Nursing Homes](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/practical-gifts-rewards-for-seniors-in-nursing-homes/27843)
**Author:** [@user1446](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/user1446)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2025, 1:14pm UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/practical-gifts-rewards-for-seniors-in-nursing-homes/27843 "2025-12-21T13:14:37Z")
anyone know what are some good practical gifts/rewards for seniors in nursing homes? Food items must be within MOH guidelines. Which means: Not too sweet, ideally no sugar. Not homecooked And can be eaten by people … --- ## [Today I feel](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/today-i-feel/27286)
**Author:** [@user3338](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/user3338)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2025, 8:48pm UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/today-i-feel/27286 "2025-11-07T20:48:55Z")
Today I feel tired. Tired of a world that cannot stop talking. I just wish for some peace and quiet. Why does that seem so hard? --- ## [Can anyone help me? I am a 25 year old woman and I wish someone could help me leave my family's toxic home and help me with a job 💔](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/can-anyone-help-me-i-am-a-25-year-old-woman-and-i-wish-someone-could-help-me-leave-my-familys-toxic-home-and-help-me-with-a-job/27582)
**Author:** [@user6670](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/user6670)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2025, 12:21pm UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/can-anyone-help-me-i-am-a-25-year-old-woman-and-i-wish-someone-could-help-me-leave-my-familys-toxic-home-and-help-me-with-a-job/27582 "2025-11-03T12:21:37Z")
Hello I’m 25 i really need help I need to leave my family --- ## [🌸 When Breathing Isn’t Enough: Gentle Grounding Tools for Tender Moments](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/when-breathing-isn-t-enough-gentle-grounding-tools-for-tender-moments/27076)
**Author:** [@ScribblingSunflower](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/ScribblingSunflower)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2025, 10:35am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/when-breathing-isn-t-enough-gentle-grounding-tools-for-tender-moments/27076 "2025-09-25T10:35:11Z")
Hey again :sunflower: The last time I shared about grounding with breathing. Well, grounding doesn’t just stop at breathing. They are other ways to bring yourself back when your brain feels like a browser with 87 tabs o… --- ## [How to Handle Performance Anxiety](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/how-to-handle-performance-anxiety/27256)
**Author:** [@user4577](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/user4577)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2025, 11:42am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/how-to-handle-performance-anxiety/27256 "2025-09-11T11:42:58Z")
Performance anxiety is a common issue that many people face in different areas of life, whether at work, in studies, or during important tasks. It occurs when stress or fear of failure affects your ability to perform wel… --- ## [What’s Your Coping Style? (And Why It’s Actually Your Superpower)](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/what-s-your-coping-style-and-why-it-s-actually-your-superpower/26912)
**Author:** [@ScribblingSunflower](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/ScribblingSunflower)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2025, 3:15pm UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/what-s-your-coping-style-and-why-it-s-actually-your-superpower/26912 "2025-08-13T15:15:07Z")
Life’s curveballs? Yeah, we all get hit with those. But guess what? How we cope is like having our own special superpower and spoiler: every power serves us in its own awesome way. Check out these coping styles and the… --- ## [🌍 Let’s Come Back to Earth: 3 Simple Grounding Techniques to Calm the Chaos](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/let-s-come-back-to-earth-3-simple-grounding-techniques-to-calm-the-chaos/26737)
**Author:** [@ScribblingSunflower](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/ScribblingSunflower)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2025, 3:38pm UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/let-s-come-back-to-earth-3-simple-grounding-techniques-to-calm-the-chaos/26737 "2025-08-03T15:38:54Z")
Hey you :waving\_hand: Yes, you reading this right now. If your mind feels like it’s running marathons or spiraling into “what ifs”, I just want to say… you’re not alone. Pause with me for a sec. Sometimes our thoughts… --- ## [Time to start some advocating on Animal Assisted Activities For Mental Health Sector](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/time-to-start-some-advocating-on-animal-assisted-activities-for-mental-health-sector/24320)
**Author:** [@user1446](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/user1446)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2025, 2:06am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/time-to-start-some-advocating-on-animal-assisted-activities-for-mental-health-sector/24320 "2025-07-30T02:06:02Z")
Since this platform is densely fill with mental health and social service professionals, i might as well try my luck. Since late last yr i have been trying to send emails to request for opportunities to volunteer with m… --- ## [🎧 If Our Feelings Have a Soundtrack](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/if-our-feelings-have-a-soundtrack/25965)
**Author:** [@ScribblingSunflower](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/ScribblingSunflower)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2025, 2:54am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/if-our-feelings-have-a-soundtrack/25965 "2025-07-26T02:54:02Z")
You know that one song that feels like a warm hug? Or the one that makes you dance around your room like you’re the main character? Or maybe the one you sing out loud like no one’s listening, or the slow tune that makes … --- ## [Alone man need partner for date](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/alone-man-need-partner-for-date/26177)
**Author:** [@Jack4321](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/Jack4321)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2025, 2:45am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/alone-man-need-partner-for-date/26177 "2025-07-26T02:45:44Z")
I am a single young man at this age, I needed a girlfriend or a wife, but I came to Singapore to work, and there is none, so I always work when I get some time. At that time, a friend told me that I can fill both of us w… --- ## [How to seek support ](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/how-to-seek-support/24379)
**Author:** [@User.39](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/User.39)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2025, 11:42pm UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/how-to-seek-support/24379 "2025-06-16T23:42:33Z")
Finding help for depression isn’t easy. When you’re struggling, even the simplest steps—like getting out of bed or making a phone call—can feel overwhelming. It’s not just about asking for support; it’s about fighting t… --- ## [Anyone wish to interact or play with dog?](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/anyone-wish-to-interact-or-play-with-dog/23820)
**Author:** [@user1446](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/user1446)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2025, 2:59am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/anyone-wish-to-interact-or-play-with-dog/23820 "2025-05-22T02:59:13Z")
Me and my Emotional Support Dog is providing Animal Assisted Activities to centres and nursing home that welcome us as volunteers. And I wish my boy a 3 yr old Golden Retriever is able to interact with more people who w… --- ## [Social media addiction](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/social-media-addiction/9357)
**Author:** [@Simplytrue](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/Simplytrue)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2025, 6:41am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/social-media-addiction/9357 "2025-05-21T06:41:55Z")
Does anyone feel like they have been constantly doom scrolling and suffering from a social media addiction? --- ## [Ever Felt a Mismatch in Therapist?](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/ever-felt-a-mismatch-in-therapist/22043)
**Author:** [@lilac](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/lilac)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2025, 5:14am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/ever-felt-a-mismatch-in-therapist/22043 "2025-04-24T05:14:40Z")
Have you ever started therapy but found that your therapist isn’t a good fit for you? I personally have, and it was (at the time) a very frustrating and sad experience. I later learned that it’s a normal experience to so… --- ## [Lonely people convos](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/lonely-people-convos/9047)
**Author:** [@tiredmentally](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/tiredmentally)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2025, 10:31am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/lonely-people-convos/9047 "2025-04-17T10:31:08Z")
hey, this is a space for those out there who are trying to find online friends :slight\_smile: Feel free to input your emotions or what events happened that you enjoyed / didn’t enjoy whenever you want to! (it’s like a d… --- ## [Volunteering this Christmas](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/volunteering-this-christmas/6984)
**Author:** [@cottonsoul](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/cottonsoul)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2023, 6:32am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/volunteering-this-christmas/6984 "2023-12-12T06:32:56Z")
Hi everyone! It’s Christmas season soon (or end of the year if you don’t celebrate Christmas), and we know that many people unfortunately don’t have the privilege of spending time with someone during festive periods or … --- ## [Peace Talks - Pursuing Peace in a Chaotic World](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/peace-talks-pursuing-peace-in-a-chaotic-world/20668)
**Author:** [@cinnamon](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/cinnamon)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2025, 3:38am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/peace-talks-pursuing-peace-in-a-chaotic-world/20668 "2025-02-24T03:38:37Z")
Feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world? You’re not alone. If you’ve been carrying a sense of disappointment or helplessness about everything happening around us, this is a space for you. A space where you can sha… --- ## [Grieve and losing confidence](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/grieve-and-losing-confidence/20389)
**Author:** [@CherryMay](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/CherryMay)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2025, 12:06am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/grieve-and-losing-confidence/20389 "2025-02-10T00:06:29Z")
Hi. I find it hard to bounce back after the passing of myhubby of 18 years. He passed on in March 2024. Still under 1 year. I have lost confidence, motivation and sense of purpose. I’m spiralling down even though I refus… --- ## [When Holidays Aren't Necessarily Happy](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/when-holidays-arent-necessarily-happy/19527)
**Author:** [@IFeelYourPain](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/IFeelYourPain)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2024, 8:18am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/when-holidays-arent-necessarily-happy/19527 "2024-12-31T08:18:56Z")
The holiday season can get unnerving for some people. While almost everyone else seems to be enjoying to the hilt, there are some of us who feel lonely even in crowds. Breaks, or even slowdown, indicating a change in th… --- ## [If you're a Christian please read this](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/if-youre-a-christian-please-read-this/15456)
**Author:** [@Esmay](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/Esmay)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2024, 7:12am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/if-youre-a-christian-please-read-this/15456 "2024-12-11T07:12:32Z")
Hi! I am not sure if I am allowed to talk about religion/spirituality here, so if it is not allowed, please take down this post. It is okay if you do not believe this! I used to be an athiest and struggled with severe … --- ## [How to stop responding to shitty dirt ppl](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/how-to-stop-responding-to-shitty-dirt-ppl/14301)
**Author:** [@Tigeagfreeflly](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/Tigeagfreeflly)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2024, 5:52am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/how-to-stop-responding-to-shitty-dirt-ppl/14301 "2024-12-11T05:52:21Z")
Seriously how to stop responding to people when you seriously know that they are not up to anything good… Like they always want to start a topic a ball roll and than they know that you will comment and than they want to… --- ## [Is this helping](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/is-this-helping/19067)
**Author:** [@Prince1709](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/Prince1709)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 4:52am UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/is-this-helping/19067 "2024-12-05T04:52:37Z")
Don’t be a fixer Don’t solve issues But then you realize just being there and being a listener … Probably keeps the person alive but just alive. The problems that you listen to are vicious cycles and you know them. … --- ## [I want help (trigger warning: disordered eating, talks of self harm and suicide)](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/i-want-help-trigger-warning-disordered-eating-talks-of-self-harm-and-suicide/18863)
**Author:** [@Urfavvvwf](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/Urfavvvwf)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2024, 2:04pm UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/i-want-help-trigger-warning-disordered-eating-talks-of-self-harm-and-suicide/18863 "2024-11-10T14:04:28Z")
(topic deleted by author) --- ## [Suicidal thoughts](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/suicidal-thoughts/14501)
**Author:** [@Nicko](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/u/Nicko)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2024, 2:43pm UTC](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/t/suicidal-thoughts/14501 "2024-08-06T14:43:21Z")
My friend is in risk of suicidal, he’s always tell me had suicidal thoughts, dying and looking for a way to die (said found a very tall building to jump) so many times while we chat, because he really had a series of tou… [Next page](https://letstalk.mindline.sg/c/hangouts/i-want-to-help/21.md?page=1)