This might be a hot take but shouldn't be.

Yes, streamers aren't therapists, but can we also raise awareness that viewers shouldn't be coming to people they barely know to dump their emotional needs?

The boundary works both ways. Always ask before you unload your problems.

I wanted to clarify. This tweet is about consent. If someone didn't give you consent to tell them your issues, it's not fair to expect them to listen to you. You don't know what THEY are dealing with and they might not be prepared. If someone WANTS to offer empathy, then go ahead

This is why I push mental health first aid. To protect those who come to us as well as ourselves from harmful attempts to help. Our system is broken, that's why people come to us when they're unwell. It's important to know next steps and how to be safe for both parties.

If you are reading this and feel pain from loneliness or mental health issues, "don't dump on your friends" doesn't mean "suffer alone". You are not alone. There are some amazing resources out there. I have been compiling them for 3 years here:
https://mxiety.com/prof-resources  #bethelight