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Sophie_M Big Blue Table - Right here on the Forums!
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Hello to our wonderful forums community! We have decided to run an ongoing Big Blue Table thread ‘Forums Edition’ until the end of October! What is a Big Blue Table? Big Blue Table is Beyond Blue's signature event held during October, Mental Health M... View more

Hello to our wonderful forums community! We have decided to run an ongoing Big Blue Table thread ‘Forums Edition’ until the end of October! What is a Big Blue Table? Big Blue Table is Beyond Blue's signature event held during October, Mental Health Month. Big Blue Table encourages people host a meal with their friends, family or colleagues while fighting the stigma that surrounds mental health. So why are we running one here? The reason we are doing this is so people have an opportunity to connect with others and have the experience of sharing their thoughts and feelings over a meal, no matter where they are in Australia. We know Mental Health Month can be a vulnerable time for many and believe this thread could be a safe space for people to be heard and learn from others’ experiences. Our community champions will be here to support you along the way, and our moderation team will be around to answer any questions you may have, as well as to ensure the thread remains respectful and safe for everyone. We encourage you to choose from the following questions to start a conversation: What do you do to look after your mental health? Are you comfortable sharing your feelings and emotions? If not, why? What are you passionate about, and why? Who would be your dream Big Blue Table guest, and why? After you have shared your answers, we would love to hear about what you are eating or bringing to the table. You can even tell us a little bit about your setup and what you can see around you to really immerse us into your world. This is your opportunity to be as creative as you’d like! But remember, there is no pressure or ‘right’ response, whatever you bring to the table will be more than enough. We hope this thread allows you to feel connected, supported, and a part of the Big Blue Table initiative. Now… get cooking!

Sophie_M Welcome to the BB Social Zone - guidelines for posting in this section
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Hi everyone, This section of the forum is a little different to the others, as you may have noticed in looking around the threads. Elsewhere on the forums, we discuss some pretty heavy topics: mental health issues, thoughts of suicide, trauma, abuse,... View more

Hi everyone, This section of the forum is a little different to the others, as you may have noticed in looking around the threads. Elsewhere on the forums, we discuss some pretty heavy topics: mental health issues, thoughts of suicide, trauma, abuse, relationship breakdowns. Here is the place to come to get away from that and have a bit of fun. Distraction can be an important tool to draw on if you're finding yourself overwhelmed by distressing thoughts and feelings. As this is a section for respite from difficult topics, we will remove posts made in this section that attempt to discuss personal issues. Please use a support thread in the appropriate section for these discussions. Happy posting!

Kazzl The BB cafe
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The BB cafe is open for business! Welcome all to a new chill and chat place for everyone on the forum. The BB cafe is whatever you want it to be. There are comfy sofas, tables and chairs, coffee machines, a kitchen stocked with everything. There's a ... View more

The BB cafe is open for business! Welcome all to a new chill and chat place for everyone on the forum. The BB cafe is whatever you want it to be. There are comfy sofas, tables and chairs, coffee machines, a kitchen stocked with everything. There's a pool outside, a bbq area, an annexe with comfy beds for a quiet sleep, tv, dvd, books and whatever else you would like to have here. Most of all, it's a place to meet friends and fellow travellers for a bit of company. Talk over problems, tell jokes, share your day, escape into a world of your making. Grab a coffee and pull up a chair ... So, with a nod to the wonderful Carole King (Hard Rock Cafe) ... Now if you're feeling just a little bit lonely Don't sit at home just mopin' Come on down to where the friendship flows freely You know the door is always open At the BB cafe Come to the BB cafe They will help keep your blues at bay At the BB cafe Important Message from ModSupport: The main intention of the BB Cafe is to encourage light conversation. Please look after your fellow community members by nuturing the BB Cafe as a place to escape some of the more pressing issues in life and save those conversations for personal threads.

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Guest_128 HOW to use TECHNOLOGY 😱
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Yep I am admitting that I am absolutely hopeless with all TECHNOLOGY. Thought this might help people, And away we go, How do I put BB on my Samsung phone easy way please? Dory

Yep I am admitting that I am absolutely hopeless with all TECHNOLOGY. Thought this might help people, And away we go, How do I put BB on my Samsung phone easy way please? Dory

Mathy Cricket Tragics Corner
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Yes, I confess, besides being a golfer, I’m also a cricket tragic. I blame my Dad for this, always having the radio broadcast on when I was a child - I used to think how boring is this (those were Test Matches back in the day). Then I discovered that... View more

Yes, I confess, besides being a golfer, I’m also a cricket tragic. I blame my Dad for this, always having the radio broadcast on when I was a child - I used to think how boring is this (those were Test Matches back in the day). Then I discovered that Women’s Cricket existed, and started playing, then I got hooked. I watched during those awful times when we got smashed by everyone, in particular the West Indies and their fearsome quicks. I rejoiced when Alan Border put a bit of backbone into the Aussies. Then we went on a bit of a golden run, with some fabulous players. Now, here we are in 2017, women are being paid well to play, and our Male teams are an “interesting” collection of characters. Have it away with your thoughts and comments, if the spirit moves you cheers M Anyway, with The Ashes series underway, I wondered if there was anyone else who shared an interest First Test at the Gabba, looks like the Aussies are going to smash it, thanks to yet another creative Steve Smith innings. Mind you, bit disappointed in the pitch that was presented

Chelseafc4 Is there anyone online now?
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Hi i was talking to a Beyond blue counselor before but the web chat closed because of the time. My phone is broken so i cannot call for help to anyone

Hi i was talking to a Beyond blue counselor before but the web chat closed because of the time. My phone is broken so i cannot call for help to anyone

kanga_brumby Stralia day
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Hi just a thought have a new room for Stralia day. We are now one, and the best country going around. shore we have our problems. But we are all working on them, one problem at a time. Now the B.B.Q. is set up the fridge is in the shed. We have large... View more

Hi just a thought have a new room for Stralia day. We are now one, and the best country going around. shore we have our problems. But we are all working on them, one problem at a time. Now the B.B.Q. is set up the fridge is in the shed. We have large tables and plenty of chairs. go for it people. Kanga.

Sophie_M Welcome to the BB Social Zone - guidelines for posting in this section
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Hi everyone, This section of the forum is a little different to the others, as you may have noticed in looking around the threads. Elsewhere on the forums, we discuss some pretty heavy topics: mental health issues, thoughts of suicide, trauma, abuse,... View more

Hi everyone, This section of the forum is a little different to the others, as you may have noticed in looking around the threads. Elsewhere on the forums, we discuss some pretty heavy topics: mental health issues, thoughts of suicide, trauma, abuse, relationship breakdowns. Here is the place to come to get away from that and have a bit of fun. Distraction can be an important tool to draw on if you're finding yourself overwhelmed by distressing thoughts and feelings. As this is a section for respite from difficult topics, we will remove posts made in this section that attempt to discuss personal issues. Please use a support thread in the appropriate section for these discussions. Happy posting!

demonblaster Thanks to STARWOLF (Community Champion)
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Starwolf/ROCK To our dear loved & highly respected & appreciated Community Champion, so true to the words. Starwolfs health has had a turn for the worst, she mentioned this and her last post ? Oct 17th, in my thread said she was watching but didn't h... View more

Starwolf/ROCK To our dear loved & highly respected & appreciated Community Champion, so true to the words. Starwolfs health has had a turn for the worst, she mentioned this and her last post ? Oct 17th, in my thread said she was watching but didn't have the oomph to post much anymore. Peps said she felt an omnipresence. I hope so. Star you were the first person on my surviving thread & not only did you offer solid support, wisdom and great conversation, (ROCK) we also got to know eachother and I consider you a friend and love and appreciate you more than you'll ever know. You never left my side. I was always so happy to see you Your way of speaking, your life that you worked through and got the demons at bay, you're a true survivor, an inspiration to so many. You've taught me so much Rock, I am eternally grateful that we met and haven't stopped thinking about you. I soo hope you're recovering and that you're able to come back you good good lady. Star, whenever I use “IT” talking about the beast it's qouted because we see depression as a separate and you referred to it as that. “IT” People often talk about you and Happy belated birthday friend. You're truly a STAR & Champion, I miss you terribly, like you wouldn't believe. it hurts hard. (Crying) Please be ok Rock You're missed by many & spoken about often affectionately Thankyou for your friendship and teachings. Always in my heart, (As Peps said; carry you in my heart) Love your eternal friend. Respect DB ((( xxx ))) Peps (Peppermintbach) saw this & posted it in surviving because this reminded her of you I am wolf. Quietly I will endure. Silently I will suffer. Patiently I will wait. For I am a warrior. And I will survive. - unknown

kanga_brumby CHRISTMAS 2018/NEW YEARS Chillout Lounge
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Hey Everybody! Christmas is the time of year to enjoy & share with family & friends. Some people will spend this time alone & isolated too! This is a safe place where people can post and say hello, chat or send wishes to others and have a 'Virtual Ch... View more

Hey Everybody! Christmas is the time of year to enjoy & share with family & friends. Some people will spend this time alone & isolated too! This is a safe place where people can post and say hello, chat or send wishes to others and have a 'Virtual Christmas/New Years'! Whether you have plans for Christmas/New Years or having a quiet one you can kick back and just enjoy company of others. Its been a long year. Even if you have never posted on Beyond Blue before you are very welcome to come in and sit around our 'Virtual Christmas Tree' and chat You asked for this Paul here it is for all. Santa (AKA Kanga Peter) Ho Ho!

SubduedBlues Thank you friend...
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To my fellow BB Forum regulars... Though it is not a frequent event, it does happen from time to time. One of us are deeply moved by another's insightfullness, sincerity, caring, and general selfless nature. Often it is okay to make mention of them d... View more

To my fellow BB Forum regulars... Though it is not a frequent event, it does happen from time to time. One of us are deeply moved by another's insightfullness, sincerity, caring, and general selfless nature. Often it is okay to make mention of them directly on the thread where it happened, and sometimes doing so may seem a bit off topic... and therefore inappropriate to do so in that instance. I think it is very important that we pay heed to those who have made a profound and lasting impression upon us. As in doing so, we help each other rise our heads above the doom and gloom of our problems, and for a moment in time, feel happy about ourselves once again. So I am starting this thread where we can give each other a pat on the back for a job well done. And I start this day with a BIG thank you to my friend Paul (a.k.a. BlondGuy) for his comments on the "We all of talk of racisim..." thread. You have really made me feel like a welcome member of this community. Anthony

meercat What makes me SMILE
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What makes me smile? *When my tiny puppy sophie runs up the hallway in the morning and nearly knocks me flying. *When i get up at 5am to make hubby's lunch and he greets me with a smile and a hug. *When my 93yo dad in highcare yesterday sent me a kni... View more

What makes me smile? *When my tiny puppy sophie runs up the hallway in the morning and nearly knocks me flying. *When i get up at 5am to make hubby's lunch and he greets me with a smile and a hug. *When my 93yo dad in highcare yesterday sent me a knitted Barbie doll toilet roll cover and a note "Something to cheer you up!" AND *When sophie, my maltese takes up watch and sits on me, only when im going through a bad patch and cant see. meercat xx

Bethie Time saving tips
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Hi I seem to be chasing my tail at times trying to keep up with life so well let's see if we can have a few laughs and share things/ideas we do to be better. Esample...i use my elecric blender to mash the potatoes while I cook the rest of dinner and ... View more

Hi I seem to be chasing my tail at times trying to keep up with life so well let's see if we can have a few laughs and share things/ideas we do to be better. Esample...i use my elecric blender to mash the potatoes while I cook the rest of dinner and start plating up...