https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/welcome-and-orientation/newbie-tips-please/m-p/491036#M26730 <P>Hi Howsie,</P> <P>You sound like you’re struggling a lot at the moment. Depression and anxiety can be huge hurdles to contend with daily...I feel for you. Loneliness is a very painful feeling as well...</P> <P>It’s entirely up to you if you feel comfortable doing this or, but I’ll mention it anyway (just in case it helps). Just so it’s personalised, I would perhaps suggest giving the BeyondBlue helpline a call on 1300 22 4636 to speak to one of their counsellor. S/he would be able to direct you to local services, groups, etc. </P> <P>I hope this helps a little <span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":slightly_smiling_face:">🙂</span></P> <P>Kind thoughts,</P> <P>Pepper</P> Sat, 01 Jun 2019 22:12:55 GMT Peppermintbach 2019-06-01T22:12:55Z https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/welcome-and-orientation/newbie-tips-please/m-p/491035#M26729 Hi. I have depression, anxiety and am experiencing loneliness. I’d love some tips on accessing online support groups in my local area. I’ve joined a gum, do volunteer work and have a supportive husband but I’d love to connect with some new and like-minded people. Thanks. Sat, 01 Jun 2019 21:58:55 GMT https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/welcome-and-orientation/newbie-tips-please/m-p/491035#M26729 Howsie 2019-06-01T21:58:55Z https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/welcome-and-orientation/newbie-tips-please/m-p/491036#M26730 <P>Hi Howsie,</P> <P>You sound like you’re struggling a lot at the moment. Depression and anxiety can be huge hurdles to contend with daily...I feel for you. Loneliness is a very painful feeling as well...</P> <P>It’s entirely up to you if you feel comfortable doing this or, but I’ll mention it anyway (just in case it helps). Just so it’s personalised, I would perhaps suggest giving the BeyondBlue helpline a call on 1300 22 4636 to speak to one of their counsellor. S/he would be able to direct you to local services, groups, etc. </P> <P>I hope this helps a little <span class="lia-unicode-emoji" title=":slightly_smiling_face:">🙂</span></P> <P>Kind thoughts,</P> <P>Pepper</P> Sat, 01 Jun 2019 22:12:55 GMT https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/welcome-and-orientation/newbie-tips-please/m-p/491036#M26730 Peppermintbach 2019-06-01T22:12:55Z