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New to the forum

Therese — Wed, 28 Aug 2024 06:28:57 GMT

Hi, I don't feel like saying much, but I've joined so I'll start by saying hello.

I have depression and its really bad at the moment.

Re: New to the forum

Sophie_M — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:03:36 GMT

Hi Therese,

Welcome to the Forums! We are so glad that you have found us here. It sounds like you are going through a tough time and it is great that you have reached out for some support.

How have things been since you posted yesterday afternoon? Is there anything that you generally do for yourself when you are experiencing these feelings that helps?

If you ever want to talk this through with one of the Beyond Blue counsellors, feel free to give us a call on 1300 22 4636, or reach out through Online Chat here.

Thank you for sharing this and giving this community a chance to offer you their understanding and advice. We’re here to listen and offer support. You are not alone 💙

Kind regards,

Sophie M

Re: New to the forum

Happylife — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 01:38:08 GMT

Hello Therese,

Warm welcome to the forums. Sorry to hear that you are going through some challenges.

Thank you for reaching out, you have come to the right place, this is a very safe and friendly space to share and view information without judgement.

I can see this is a really hard time for you and totally understand that you do not want to talk about your feelings at the moment. There is absolutely no pressure at all.

Please remember that you're not alone and we are all here to support you. Depression is treatable and there is always hope that things will get better🙏. Feel free to explore the forums and topics that can help you.

I am here for you when you are ready to talk about it in your own terms and at your own pace.

Take care and warm hugs🫂

Happylife

Re: New to the forum

Scared — Mon, 02 Sep 2024 07:18:32 GMT

Hello I have depression too.

Sometimes I dont want too talk either because my body just feels dead inside.

I always hate people asking me how are you today because my answer is always the same. " Crap" I dont even have the emotional energy to pretend Im good today. But I find I can write ok so Im doing that. Hope you dont mind me writing. Another thing I have trouble with is being around people that are happy. How can they be so happy when I dont feel same and its frustrating because they dont know what its like.

Take care yourself ok

Re: New to the forum

quirkywords — Mon, 02 Sep 2024 09:42:46 GMT

Therese

welcome to forum Take time and when you feel up to it you can write more or just browse threads.