Why I donated $630 to this site

[Wubsie 1,123]

Happy you didn't kill yourself.

You deserve all the brohoofs in all of equestria.

MLP: FiM is an amazing show, if I were you, I would thank Lauren Faust for sprinkling her magic all over MLP.

She is amazing.

Edited October 28, 2012 by ~Wubs~

[Flying Whales 311]

This story has made me incredibly sad, happy, and proud all at the same time. Thanks for sharing your story with us, it was very compelling. Firstly, it overjoys me to no end that a simple show and its fan base has the amazing power to save somebody, we should all be proud of that. Secondly, I think I speak for everybody when I say thank you for supporting the forum, this forum means a lot to many people. Thirdly I want you to know sir, I am now rooting for you and all your future endeavors, not because of pity or because I found your story sad (which I did) I’m rooting for you because with the help of MLP and this forum you dragged yourself out of a very dark and lonely place, one that I couldn’t even begin to imagine, and that is commendable.

Edited September 3, 2012 by Flying Whales

[ParsoOfEquestria 1,490]

mate, i have to thank you for the time and effort you put into writing this. life is hard, really hard, i know from first hand experience, i was like you. to donate a large sum of money, thats more than any of us could do and for that, i take my hat to you in respect, I am glad that you turned your life around. this world is corrupt, this i know too, but there is still some good in it. On behalf of me and every other brony, we thank you so much for your kindness. grazie, arrivederci

[miygaiya 138]

There is absolutely nothing I can say that expresses my feels right now. All I can think of is how much my own views have changed as well. I used to despise bronies because I didn't understand them. Hell, I barely understand them now! But anyways, have a picture of Dash playing with her tail.

 

[aperture_tech 56]

Holy shit, damn do I have a similar story, though nowhere near as extreme. I definitely was feeling very depressed up until this Thursday, when for the first time I watched mlp. The show, along with the community have turned this depression I have had for about a year now totally around. I've only been a fan for like three days. However, they have been the best days I have had in forever. The show really can improve one's attitude.

[Expired delta 76]

the thoughts they never do go away do they huh? you feel it creeping inside like it going to get out but it's just you in the end :/ I feel your pain everyday sadly an I know how it feels to be alone I feel it everyday. my mind it's like dream one moment then the next it's nothing but horrier an pain-__- sadly as I was saying I feel your pain an thanks for telling your story.

[MLP Nick 8]

Wow Congrats man u really are helping the comminity i hope one day i can donate some money i cant right now but one day i will

[Sweet Dreams 1,893]

Wow...

I wanna give you a hug now.

Sad, deep, and incredibly touching. Good luck with your new life, may happiness be with you the whole way through.

[Shanks 10,811]

As someone who at a few low points in my own life contemplated suicide I know that it can be difficult to bring yourself back from the brink and I am glad that you did. While my story of discovering ponies isn't quite as dramatic as yours as I didn't contemplate suicide at the time like you it did bring me some happiness, I was angry and bitter about the way my life turned out and was extremely angry and depressed. While I am still struggling through these issues ponies has helped bring me some happiness and reminded me that life isn't all bad, so it hasn't really solved all my problem but it has made things a bit better by helping me keep things in perspective while I try to get my life back together.

[Unpredictable Ranger 696]

A contrary to you, I hope that donations remain unknown (only self and the site's webmaster to know) while still having the privilege of changing Member Title anytime -- yes, MINUS the golden username. Is this possible to be done?

 

I am asking this to @Feld0 or any other Admins.

[SwigglySwiggly 358]

Your'e not alone mate. The show changed the way I thought, its the same for many of us, you deserve a sticker and a pat on the back (where I'm from its worth a lot) but anyways... we bronies and pegasisters are always ere to keep you up although we are miles apart we still got eachothers backs. 

Here take a brohoof! don't take too many, I only have a limited amount of hooves to give out

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Edited November 7, 2014 by SwigglySwiggly

[Sprite 9]

This literately brought tears to my eyes 

It just goes to show how dedicated and how genuine your love for the show and the community. I don't think I could have committed suicide. Keep on living life it it's fullest their are many wonders life has to offer! 

[Oblivion 20,266]

Wow   this seriously brought tears to my eyes...And to think that a show featuring pastel colored pony's could do SO much to help and comfort people in their time of need is truly inspiring.

[fimdash 1,196]

I remember reading this before I even joined the forum. It's amazing what MLP has done for people. It's one thing for a show to make people happy, but to also save one's life.. wow. Your story is one of the most heartfelt things I have ever read. I'm really glad you decided to stay alive, and that you're happy to be you. Not sure when you'll see this (I saw your other thread about your two year mission), but I hope things are going well for you

[defaultremix 50]

wow I am a bit late to read this but that was a very moving post and its amazing how a show and its community can change how people think about their lives.

[Moonpie 55]

You are inspiring. *big hugs* And when I have the ability to donate from some of my commission work I am gladly doing so as well! This place is wonderful. 

[BrainyBrony 252]

I've never read anything online that made me think so deeply. You're story amazed me. I am lucky enough to have avoided depression but really, this story was so emotional. It's strange to think that a 'little girl's show' has turned out to be a lifesaver. 

[aoEAF2FBvC0MIo2Q 3,671]

What a story. It is quite uplifting for all of us to hear about these sorts of things.

 

This kinda came at a right time for me. I'm very low on inspiration and am struggling not to crash again.

[SparkBrony 379]

Best thread on this site, period.

 

This is a truly amazing story, it shows that MLP is strong enough to bring a person who is set on death, who has written their will and planned everything, out of their descision. Bronies Forever!

[HunterScars 505]

well that is one of the most meaning full things i've ever read on the forums 

 

i for one congratulate you and thank you  for sharing this story with us 

 

brony on ! 

[Kaneki 1,072]

I don't want to say anything upsetting, but I can relate to this sort of. I went to a school from 5th to part of 6th grade where the teachers were very verbally abusive and to make matters worse, verbally said to my parents they thought they abused me. This hurt me very much, and I had no friends there either cause the teachers there kind of painted me as a bad person, like all I knew how to do is cause trouble. Honestly, during that time, I'm suprised the Indiana State Police or the Carmel Police weren't knocking at my door for abuse reports thanks to that freaking school.

 

Another bad thing that happened was around August 2008 when I was banned from a message board for a supposed denial of service attack. It was a forum where I had many friends at. I grew very depressed after this, along with the school issue a few years ago, and ended up in the hospital two times for depression. One time, I even threatened suicide. I have let go of the message board incident, but once a member on this site (Lord Bababa) invited me here, I realized the Internet wasn't full of jerks and there were nice people on the internet. I think it's improved my social skills in real life too.

 

I would donate if I could, but I'm currently unemployed so I don't have much money, but I love you guys so much.

[Silver Letter 1,830]

Um, congratulations for giving to the site. That’s a lot to be giving so I’m sure you are pleased about it. The community must also be grateful for your generosity.

[RosemaryPetal 112]

I was almost brought to tears reading this. 

You see how amazing this show is? It friggin saves people's lives!

I hope you're feeling a lot better <3

[Shift 4,271]

Lol who brought this thread back to the living? 

 

Anyway, I hope the guy comes back soon. 2014 is a loooonnngggg time away, you know.

[Ihei 711]

I'm really happy for you; that this community saved your life. This is a very happy community and I actually wouldn't be surprised that it saved your life.

 

Thank you and you're welcome.