@Fluttershy1    It sounds like things are really difficult for you at the moment. I would block those nasty people on all social media accounts. If you feel like it doesn’t stop you can report it to esafety commissioner at https://www.esafety.gov.au   It a hard when family don’t understand. It’s also challenging when no one believes you even if you’re right. I’ve had that happen to myself.   Try focus on one thing at a time. If I think about too many things it just scrambles me. ... View more

@Lu2022    I can relate to not wanting to leave the house. I used to be like that myself.   It’s terrible feeling not having the energy to go out. I feel for you.   I want you to know that your not alone.   I have reached out to the forums. I have also talked, chatted with lifeline on 131114 if you want to chat with someone.  Having fury friends, your cats sounds interesting. I’m not allowed to have animals so I live alone. I envy you.   Some of suggestions made are a really good start. Would it be possible for you to get any Telehealth appointments for doctors etc?   I started slowly to get back out and about. For example I use to have most of my food delivered to my home and I use to gingerly go out once a fortnight to buy food to try and take baby steps to get use to getting the energy to go out. It was exhausting at first because I was so anxious but slowly I started to feel more confident and comfortable and safe going out.   Start slow. It might be just a trip to the letterbox on a daily basis or a walk down the drive way. ... View more

@HenryX  Merry Christmas and hope you had a great day ... View more

@frog Hopefully tonight will be a little bit easier. I had a lovely day with family. ... View more

@Emelia8 @Former-Member    I am sitting with you and want to give you a virtual hug for all the pain you are going through. I know when I have had injections that sometimes it's really painful for the first couple of days or so before things kick in. Did they give you any advice like avoid driving for a couple of days or anything like that?   if the pain persists and it's too much to bare please call 000 for an ambulance and go to hospital as there may be other issues that need to be looked at. ... View more

@Fluttershy1    Like @MDT has mentioned try to focus on the film.   It's ok if you are crying as you are releasing what's inside.   Like @MDT has mentioned see if you can unplug from the world.  ... View more

@Fluttershy1    Try focus on the movie. when I want to block out the world I put on earplugs when watching movies or listening to music.     ... View more

@TAB    Try Open Arms https://www.openarms.gov.au   As a citizen that hasn't been in the army, I know that on Medicare I can get 10 sessions bulk billed with my psychologist and because of covid I get an extra 10 sessions which should apply nationwide, regardless of your background. ... View more

@Fluttershy1    When you feel overwhelmed have you tried any breathing exercises?   Is there somewhere that you can go to relax and reflect away from family to give yourself some me time to rest? ... View more

@Arizona    I would like to applaud you for doing some of the things on your list.   You should be really proud that you fed your pug, eating healthy and drinking healthy, taking your vitamins.   Sometimes when I feel like I don't want to cook I might munch on chocolate and have a cuppa tea, similar to you. Like the others have mentioned be guided by what you feel up to doing. Maybe cook or microwave even a more simpler version of the recipe.   Relationships can sometimes be just as rewarding if you start with friendship, it can lead to other things. Then sometimes companionship can be just as good as a relationship. Sometimes relationships happen when you don't try or when you least expect it to happen.   Hopefully things have settled with the housing agency. If you are having issues, who do you go to for support?   What things can you do to ease your mind? Sit and watch some tv? Pat and cuddle your pug? Have a nibble on some food? ... View more

@Fluttershy1    Im here ... View more

@flash-ferret    I can relate to management dismissing someone as I have been through that myself even though I was in the right. One thing I had to learn was either continue fighting and destroy my mental health or let it go and protect my mental health which I found hard to do because I wanted justice. I was hesitant to trust management in my new job and it took time to realise that not every employer is the same. There are some employers out there that are supportive.   No one should use your mental health against you. You are not worthless. I can relate that when you feel like your up against the world that no one cares, but people do care. Mental health professionals and peer workers care. Family cares.   I know from my own experiences that it takes time from just existing to living. You might not yet be ready for work but you are making great achievements for when one day you will be ready to go back to work.   your achievements are you get out of bed, you make coffee, you play a game, you watch YouTube, you take your medication. That's a start and from my own experience it's challenging but can change your life in a positive way, it takes time. As you continue to get support from mental health professionals and expressing yourself and making achievements here you are starting your recovery journey. Take small steps and try to be patient with yourself.   I myself was grumpy when I had a legal case because I thought I was right and had evidence but sometimes even the "win" can feel like a loss because of the way the system works.   Eventually I realised that the job I had was my pride and joy but was terrible to work in due to the toxic environment. I realised that it was best to move forward. It didn't come without hitting rock bottom, but with encouragement from many professional supports I was able to move onto another job. Hopefully you get to overcome that poor work experience and can find a job where people will support you and not bully you. You have friends here on this forum and we are all here to support you.   ... View more

@Fluttershy1 @Jynx    Please don't leave @Fluttershy1  When it feels like everything is hard we have challenges in our lives it can feel like there is no hope. From what I can gather with @Jynx saying is that we stumble from time to time. When we stumble and are challenged we learn from it. Sometimes what we learn is small but can be invaluable.    I know in the past you have done things to help you learn to get through your challenges for the day. For example wrap yourself up in a blanket, play Xbox, cuddle your pet, watch a movie. Sometimes the best way to get through a challenge is to sit and do nothing and be able to reflect on your day. Sometimes just drinking water helps smooth things.   What can you think of doing that doesn't take much and can help you relax?   From all your time on the forums you have shown strength during challenging and difficult times by reaching out to all of us to provide you support. That won't stop. We will always support you in our own way.   Please keep on the forums to have support for yourself. ... View more

@Fluttershy1    You are valued by everyone here. ... View more

@Fluttershy1    You are never alone here at Sane Forums. we are here to sit with you. ... View more

@Fluttershy1    Sitting with you during this challenging time. I hope you can find a strength to help you during this time. ... View more

@Arizona    That's sounds like a great to do list. give yourself a pat on the back for each one you completed on your list. A reminder that even if you only completed one thing on your list it's a huge accomplishment. ... View more

@Arizona    Good on you for taking you pug for a walk, opening the windows for fresh air, it can get really stuffy when you're inside all day. You made a meal, well done. Keep up with ticking things off on your list ... View more

@Former-Member    Welcome to the forums. As mentioned @Former-Member already please feel free to reach out to one of the helplines like lifeline to chat to someone. They have been really helpful for me.   In relation to what you have mentioned they are not failings of mental health issues, it is that you have challenges in your life. I have self harmed in the past myself however to keep well I have many strategies that I have developed over time.   sometimes I feel better chatting on the forums than talking to someone so feel free to post here.   sitting with you during this challenging time.   ... View more

@Fluttershy1 @Snowie    I agree with @Snowie rollercoasters do end. The can be scary when you are on them, but when you come off them things can settle down. Have you tried drinking some water, sometimes that helps you stay hydrated and can help you feel a little more balanced.  What other things can you do that might help? ... View more

@jazz    Hi there, I believe your post actually for @Fluttershy1 not myself, but I do thank you for your kind words. For me it has been several years since I have considered self-harm. I have been travelling well for several years and also during covid. I have contacted lifeline just to vent from time to time during covid as a measure between my medical appointments with my mental health team. ... View more

@Fluttershy1 @Former-Member    What do you do to stay clean. Focus on some positives around what you can do by being clean.   What strategies do you put in place when you have thoughts of self-harm or feel tempted to go back to your addiction? Do you call lifeline on 131114 to chat to someone when you're struggling and need someone to listen to you. What do you personally put in place to help elevate the stress. Do you listen to some music or wrap yourself up in a blanket or do a little home exercise? Cuddle your pet?   Do you keep a journal? I have started a mental health journal where I write down the negative and positive and then I write down what can I do to turn a negative into a positive. It can be something as small as getting out of bed and having a cup of tea or having a shower. Write down how it makes you feel when you have accomplished something like get out of bed, watch tv, have a cup of tea, look after the pet. Write what stresses you out, what are your obstacles and how you can strategise around them.   for example: when I'm stressed because I can't control the covid restrictions, my obstacles are I only have 2 hours to exercise, I can only go out once a day to go shopping, I can't see friends and family. How much control do I have I rate on a scale of 0-10 where 0 is no control and 10 is complete control. At this stage it's a 6 because I can't control the stresses of covid. However I can strategise to gain back some control. For example zoom meetings with my social clubs, zoom meeting with family, write on Facebook to family, exercise at home at my own pace and then go for a walk down the street to go shopping and walk back home. I learn to control my anxiety by being creative with the obstacles and put strategies in action to help reduce my stress levels.   what creative options that you can do to ease your stress levels so you minimise the risk of self harm and so you can stay clean? ... View more

@outlander    Good to hear that your doing your best, that's all that you can ask of yourself.    I think I'm going to have my passionfruit slice and watch a little tv. Going ok.  ... View more

@MDT    I'm sure that you are very good in your role. We all have a day that sometimes feels like it doesn't go well, however it may have gone a little bit better than you think. I know I can be quite critical of my self especially when my day is not as well as can be expected.  ... View more

@Sophia1    The best drawing exercise I was given was to get a blank page, draw a line, then draw anything you want as long as it connects to your line. It provides an interesting challenge and lots of fun. ... View more

@outlander    Please take care of yourself. what an achievement to be studying. take Care and look after yourself during these challenging times. ... View more

@Jacques @MDT @Sophia1    I plan to get out in the backyard and throw a ball. I'm lucky that I have a small backyard at my place. I'm thinking of doing some artwork, I have been entering local art competitions. Whilst I have only been in one local exhibition it's a lot of fun. I also have an app called speechify and have other e-books to listen to. ... View more

@Jacques    Ducktales is on Disney Plus if you ever want to watch it.   I feel for the indigenous population around each state as they will be in real trouble if covid gets out of control even more. ... View more

@MDT    Good to see you drop by. Lockdown is challenging, I try to be creative by exercising at home. My kitchen sink has become my push-up equipment.   As someone that only has the tv and zoom to talk to it is challenging.    I bought some fresh flowers from a take-away florist to brighten my week during lockdown. I put them in a drinking jar with water and placed it on the kitchen table. Something real to look and touch.   What creative things do you think you could come up with to create a personal touch or assist your well-being? ... View more