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kero — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 04:31:15 GMT

Not sure in how to act or be on this but thought I might try it out. Very confused on how it works though.

Hope you're having a good day!

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Doolhof — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 05:13:43 GMT

Hi Kero,

Welcome to the community here on the forum. For more information on the forum, have a read of the information boxes at the top of the page here : "Community Rules" "Forum FAQ" and so on.

Basically, we all follow the guidelines, communicate with each other, offer support where possible and be oursleves.

As you have a look around the forum, you will find there are many sections, from Social threads to more serious topics.

You have managed to create your own thread, so well done with that. You are welcome to join in any other threads as well.

This site is monitored by moderators so we are all kept safe and secure. Everyone is anonymous as well.

So once again I welcome you and hope you find your way around. Ask any questions you have. We will try to assist you.

Cheers from Dools

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Nimi — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 05:35:47 GMT

Hi kero and welcome!!

Like dools said feel free to ask any questions! Just wanted to welcome you and send you all the best!

Nimi

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quirkywords — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 10:46:16 GMT

Kero

welcome you to to the forum and well dome for making your first step. Dools made some helpful suggestions.

Take your time and when you feel comfortable you may want to tell us more about yourself.

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kero — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 15:24:40 GMT

I've been really struggling with just doing things for the day.like I have overdue assessments and everyone I attempt to do more work on them i just get stuck and confused,I just feel so unmotivated . I honestly never thought I'd say this but I miss school!

And some mornings I find it hard to want to get out if bed even, I dread spending the day in solitude.

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Nimi — Sat, 18 Apr 2020 02:50:25 GMT

Hi again Kero!

I hope you are doing ok! Having overdue assessments is rough - I feel you on that! Having no motivation is tough as well, I feel that when that happens to me suddenly every task feels like it has become a mountain and it can be hard to just start. I have struggled a lot with this before, so I wanted to share some things that may help!

When you feel overwhelmed or have no motivation but need to get something done, one thing I have found that is quite helpful is to start the day by writing out a little list of things you would like to do. Sometimes seeing it on paper makes it less intimidating. When working on assessments try to do them in small amounts! Set yourself a limit for the day or set aside "assessment time", even if it is just fifteen minutes it is still something! These are strange and difficult times, so do not feel bad that it is a struggle some days. You can only do your best!

Hopefully by starting small and gradually working your way into it whilst being aware of when you need a break or are starting to get confused will help. For these moments, maybe try writing down your thoughts and then coming back to it a bit later with a clearer head?

Sending you all the best!
Nimi

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John_Rose — Sun, 28 Jun 2020 02:36:56 GMT

Hey, I want to create my own thread thing so I can ask for some help about some of my own stuff but I have no clue how to do it! For me it only says post or reply to thread and nothing about creating a new thread 😞 As you can tell i am very new to this!

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Sophie_M — Sun, 28 Jun 2020 02:45:21 GMT

Hi John,

Welcome to our friendly online community. It might be helpful to take a look at the first post of the following thread:
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/online-forums/welcome-and-orientation/the-forum-faq-thread-

It explains how to make a new thread and other FAQs. Welcome again!