Samaritans

I used this hotline several years ago and found it totally unhelpful. The volunteer I spoke with sounded like a teenager who was unsure about what to say or how to respond – it was very awkward. I called because I was hoping to find someone who could listen to how I was struggling without fear, platitudes or judgment. The young person who took my call definately seemed uncertain and afraid. When I sensed the volunteer’s discomfort, i felt like I had to reassure the young person. I stopped talking about what I needed to share, told the volunteer he had helped me and got off the phone.
I’m in a much better place now, and I dont anticipate needing something like this hotline again, but if I did, I would seek out another resource.