My bunny saves my life…just thought I’d share.

[oh_katiee]

          Hi guys. So I already know all of you on here have a deep love for your buns (or else you wouldn’t be a member here!) and I know that all of our buns are very, very special to us. So what am I getting at? Let me give you some background information.

           I know, but since I was very young I suffered severe anxiety disorder which eventually led to severe depression entering my teen years. Many people don’t know this about me, I mask it well at school. But I don’t have a great home life, which has led to my depression to spiral out of control. About a year or so ago, I attempted suicide. After going through that, I realized that it was just a permanent solution to a temporary problem. After much counseling, I got back into my “normal life”. I didn’t really have an outlet for my emotions and felt misunderstood and alone. To this day I still suffer my anxiety and depression.

         So where does my bun come in? Well I got my bun 5 months ago. He is a Holland Lop named Nutmeg. Nutmeg has really changed my life and touched my heart. When I have an anxiety attack or start to feel depressed or lonely…he’s there. He gives me a reason to be here and to be living and he gives me the comfort of knowing I’ll always have someone and I won’t have to go through any of my troubles alone anymore. He saves my life almost on a daily basis, because I still suffer from suicidal thoughts. But when I feel like that, I just pet him and watch him binky and run around. And do you know what? I laugh. I immediately feel lifted because of how silly he is. When he runs his ears flop around..and I can’t help but crack a smile at that! I just wanted to share with you guys how special my bun is to me and how he continues to touch my heart and turn my life around every day. I have my entire life ahead of me and he helps me get through it one day at a time.

          Thank you so much for reading this, and if you have any stories feel free to share! I’d love to hear yours and chat .

                             

Some pictures of my hero.

 

 

[Deleted User]

That is so inspiring!! Never let your age discredit how you feel. I’m super proud of you for having the strength to go through counseling and work on your anxiety and depression. I have an anxiety disorder so I can understand how scary it can be. Part of the reason I got Missy was to have somebunny (lol) to love on because my life is extremely stressful right now. Nutmeg is absolutely adorable!!!

[Sarita]

Thank you so much for sharing your story. I just wanted to let you know I have deleted your age to protect you. Hugs to you.

[Huckleberry]

Your hero bun is a beautiful and your homage to him is equally beautiful. You are very brave to be able to face counseling and to help yourself get better! Good job! *HUGS*

[oh_katiee]

Thank you so much everyone!! He’s my first bun and I’m so happy I get to experience how truly special rabbits are. They’re great companions.

[LoveChaCha]

What a great story

My mom passed of Ovarian Cancer in December 2009. I had to move in with my dad, and my grandma thought it would be a good idea for me to have an animal companion. I’ve always loved rabbits, but never had one of my own to take care of. Chacha came into my life in January 2010. She has helped me cope with the loss of my mother. She was a baby when I got her (8 weeks old), and when she first flopped in front of me, I knew she would be my bestfriend

[bunnyfriend]

Awhhhh this was so nice to read and very touching. You are very strong!

My mom has been really sick since I’ve been in 4th grade (she’s been in a coma a couple times). My dad…well all I really want to say about him is that he ruined my life and has caused me a lot of emotional and physical suffering. I have anxiety/stress issues that caused me to develop an ulcer last year. My bunnies and horses are literally my rocks. I can’t tell you how much they have helped me through everything. I feel so comforted that the bunnies are always there with me and every time I go for a ride I immediately feel so much better While they don’t replace love, support, and care I get from my grandparents (and mom) they definitely make a huge difference in my life.

[peppypoo]

Bunnies have a soothing effect for sure, and I’m glad he brightens your day . In addition to a good human support system, bunnies can definitely help us through some tough times!

[KytKattin]

Sometimes I feel the same way about my bunny, but particularly my dog. I believe there is a law that allows you to have a pet even in non-pet housing if you have a note from your doctor that says you need one (and only one here people, lol) for emotional/mental health reasons. As you are being treated, you might want to talk to your doctors and see if they would be willing to support you in this so that you never have to worry about not having your companion animal with you.

[LittlePuffyTail]

It really is incredible how animals can have such a therapeutic effect.

I can relate to your story as I suffered from chronic OCD and anxiety as a child, throughout my teenage years and even now have many issues with stress and anxiety. You are definitely not alone. And my animals help me too. Whenever I’m stressed out about whatever, I go sit in my rabbit room and just being with them is so soothing. Sometimes just having the routine of taking care of animals is helpful as well.

Your bunny looks so sweet. I’m glad you have him in your life.

[bunnytowne]

I feel so much better when I have my bun with me when I go places.  Stores etc.    

The anxiety I get is when I do something wrong and someone lets me know  (ceramics)   I know that person is helping me but after the situation is over  and the person goes away I feel like crying.  I don’t know why.   The lady is very nice and calm she isn’t angry or upset when she shows me something I didn’t know.   So why do I feel like crying?

I guess confrontation is such a major deal for me. 

Can’t take Cotton to the ceramic room which is just as well cuz ceramic dusts when we smooth out our greenwear.  Not healthy for him.

When I think suicidal thoughts I fret over Cotton who would take care of him?  Would he be cremated and buried with me? 

Most of all tho who would take care of Cotton he is a 1 person bunny.  He would be so lost.  So that kills suicidal thoughts for me too.

I am bipolar   This new Dr.  got me on a new medication and i notice a big difference in me.   I laugh more.   I don’t argue with Fouad like we used to.

Fouad has a nice little place for me to stay with Cotton It is nice out there.  Peaceful  horses donkey goats  Bus across the street.  I am so happy Cotton is able to come with me.   It is very comforting.   I don’t have to fret n worry over how he is doing without me for a week.  

I am glad you are getting help and have beautiful Nutmeg to help you thru.  May things get better for you.

Used to have anxiety attacks myself     people yelling at each other really bothers me.  Run hide b4 something bad happens.   I don’t get the panic that I used to.  

Isn’t it nice to have a bunny to be there for you.  Unconditional love.  Us for them and them for us.  It is so nice they share our lives being a prey aniimal.  So impressed .  So wonderful     Bunny persons for life.

[Elrohwen]

You’re lucky to have Nutmeg in your life and he’s so lucky to have such a dedicated and loving owner! You’re clearly a very strong person and I hope you continue to get help and support from a counselor and other strong adults in your life.

[Rei]

I think everyone deals with something in their lives that is just so difficult, that only something like an animal companion can help sooth, because they offer you judgement-free companionship.They aren’t going to think less of you if you cry or if you are hurting. They will still be there no matter what, which is something you can’t always guarantee with people. I dealt with a lot of the same issues as you, and while I will not get into any of those here, just know that life gets better. Thats not to say it doesn’t get harder, but it gets better in that you will be able to grow and become a stronger person who will be able to stand up to the challenges life will throw at you. But until then I’m so glad your bunny offers that support that you need. I know that no matter how stressful my day gets or how depressed my life situation will sometimes make me, my Molly is always going to be waiting for me when I get home, with that look on her face of “Hi whatcha doin? Can I have a treat??” hahaha Thanks for sharing your story.

[kamdynandsunshinesmom]

Your story is so inspiring. I have had a similar situation. Growing up as a kid I had a wonderful family. I wasn’t the most popular kid in school and I would get picked on because I wasn’t the smartest kid either. Ever since I was 5 years old I have had rabbits in my life. When kids would tease and pick on me in school and I would come home crying my rabbits were always there to comfort me and make me feel so much better. They didn’t care who I was they loved me no matter what. Even when I lost my father my rabbits have helped me so much get through the greif. I don’t think I could ever thank my rabbits enough for what they have done for me. Rabbits inspire us all!

[oh_katiee]

Thank you everyone for the touching stories, kind words, and support. Animals really are the best therapy, they never judge you and you can always count on their unconditional love. Life isn’t always going to be happy and having hardships to work through will continue throughout our entire lives, but we’ll always have the comfort of knowing that when it gets right down to it, we always have someone to come home to who loves us and will be there when no one else is. Words cannot express what my animals mean to me and I’m so grateful that there are other people out there too who love animals as much as our animals love us.

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