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Mar 3, 2023·edited Mar 3, 2023Liked by Omar Sakr

I'm sorry to hear about all your agony, Omar.

Yes, suicidal ideation doesn't have to be dramatic, catastrophic, or even out-of-the ordinary. But yes, it can be dangerous, and I think it is always regrettable.

And yes, our privileges often can't save us from crushing disappointment and self-recrimination.

I have been stuck between jobs, with no money and no prospects, and no time and energy for anything other than the rigmarole of futile job applications, and interviews that should have gone somewhere, but didn't. This sort of situation grinds you into the dust, even without neuro-divergent challenges to deal with besides, or alongside.

I just wanted to let you know that I understand at least a measure of your discomfort. I wish I could offer you more that was helpful.

Your "non-impact" statement is beautifully expressed. I have a number of "take-homes" from the workshop you gave in Central Australia last year, which I still use for my own writing. Thank-you for those.

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I hope things start turning around and organisations pay you for your work (as a start) and that you find your energy. Much love akhi اخي 🧡

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