Coping during the Coronavirus outbreak

[Sophie_M]

We recognise that many of us here in the community are feeling scared, worried and overwhelmed about Coronavirus (COVID19). 

As a result, we created this thread to allow people to come together here during those difficult times and encouraged those wanting to share or seek support to do so here in this space. 
 
It was important with this thread that we maintained perspective and supported each other as best as we could, medical, scientific and public health experts around the world have and still are working hard to contain the virus and treat those affected. 
 
The Beyond Blue Support Service is available via phone 24/7 on 1300 22 4636 or via beyondblue.org.au/get-support for online chat. 
 
There are some other helpful discussions taking place here within our forum community that you may find helpful to read or participate in: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/online-forums/staying-well/hi-there-i-only-just-joined-and... 

This thread is now closed for further posting. Users are still able to read through and find support through already existing posts.  

[Roarke]

Hi, I’m new to beyond blue and I’m trying to find some support not specifically with COVID but depression and chronic pain. I looked at the link to this and saw that none of the posts had been answered. Just wondering how effective this will be.

heres trying... I have chronic back pain that stays with me all day, every day. Sleep gives me some reprieve. I had to resign from my job about two years ago and have been at home since. I have tried everything except surgery and that’s starting to look appealing, although terrifying.

depression has started to come back, after battling this for a couple of years. Not at good mix. Is anyone else is in boat? I’d love to hear from you and read about what you are doing to help battle this monster .

cheeres, Roarke

[Roarke]

Hi Pinkjules, I hear what you’re saying and it sucks. My bit of advice is remember that, although really important, is that your special day is that, one day. You will have many, many years together and your wedding day will fade in its importance as you travel the years together. I have been happily married for 33 years and life, children and each day the memory of your big day fades. So, to sum up, what is a huge problem for you now, will be forgotten or laughed about in the years to come. Good luck and hope this provides some perspective. 😍

[meforcats]

Doz

You could also look up ABC iview and SBS on demand for movies or series.

All the best.

[meforcats]

I think I'll be closer to friends and cherish them more when all this is over. I've been in contact more often with more people lately. Emails and texts. I've even decided to invite friends over one at a time now that I've had the cleaners here. I'm an introvert and NEVER invited friends over. Can't believe how I'm changing in my 70s! We're never too old to learn/change.

Cheers.

[Sophie_M]

Hi Roarke and welcome our valued online forums community,

It sounds like the issues you've been dealing with for the past couple of years are very similar to those many are now facing with the coronavirus restrictions. We're confident you will find all the support, advice and conversation you need here. This is a safe, non-judgmental place where users give and receive support as and when they are able based on their own experiences with mental health.

Don't let the comments count at the top left beneath the title fool you though. The "xyz number of comments, 0 answered" is an unfortunate quirk of our system which we are trying to get removed. If you take a slightly closer look you'll see posts made here and on all our threads have a least one direct reply if not many. So take heart, by taking the first step in sharing your journey with us here today we're confident you will realise how effective our forums can be.

If you have issues relating to depression, anxiety and related that do not fit under the topic of "Coping during the coronavirus outbreak", we encourage you to search our other threads which cover a multitude of topics loosley group according to category. You can even start your own.

You might find our newbies guide to the forums particularly helpful at this time: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/online-forums/welcome-and-orientation/newbies-guide-5-tips.... Our FAQs are also a treasure trove on information on how the community works: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/online-forums/welcome-and-orientation/the-forum-faq-thread....

Thanks for joining us here and we hope to see more of you around these parts whenever you feel up to it.

[Lucas-L]

Thanks quirkywords! I was feeling a bit frustrated about a few too many things swirling around in my mind that I want to get done. Setting a key goal for the day has really helped though. Also being active and focusing on enjoying the moment. I created a new activity, sliding around the house in my socks!!

@Speak Your Truth I think everyone will be really appreciative of things like being able to hug people, go out for meals and many other things that will make us really happy to be able to do! The issue of homelessness has gained more attention from media and politicians, so we may see some more proactive solutions for this. Also, hygiene will be better, so fewer people will get colds and flus!

[Ggrand]

Hello SYT..

Cala..I think that most people will be more family orientated, and understand their children more..(value their family and friends more)

A lot will find new jobs..new careers...

The sun will still shine...Trees and flowers will still grow and bloom..birds will be singing...bees will still make their honey..rain will fall... the universe will still her creation...and we will still apart of the universe..to feel the sun, wind and rain, to see and smell the beautiful flowers and trees.to hear the beautiful and melodic tunes of the birds..We will still be alive to enjoy all that our beautiful planet has to offer us...

I think that is a really good positive to look at..

I hope you are okay Cala and everyone...Yes we’re in it together..and we will all hopefully get out of it together...With Gods grace...

Grandy....

[Speak Your Truth]

Thank you for your reply DTH 👋

[Speak Your Truth]

Thank you for your reply meforcats 👋

[Speak Your Truth]

Thank you for your reply Lucas 👋