Just Need Some Support

[geoff]

Hi all

Like many people, I have struggled through my life with depression.

I have found that recently my depression has been increasing due to various reasons, feelings of worthlessness, diminished the ability to think, concentrate and to make constructive comments back to those who are asking for help.

I am proud of the support I have provided to people in my 15 years on the forums although some advice isn't accepted, but we genuinely hope to spread light on why they are feeling depressed --------------

I know others, as well as myself, have had a relapse with their depression and how it has affected them, to know that one simple trigger to anything could cause this to happen.

Has your depression become worse through personal or work related issues!

Any support you can provide me during this difficult time would be really appreciated.

Geoff.

[Ggrand]

Hello Geoff,

I thought a little light reading for a little bit of mindfulness would go well here..

I realise that your not here atm...but I just read about your little fur buddy, I love it that she sleeps at your feet, does she actually go under the bed sheets of a night with a need to feel you are there with here, they have a great deal of love to give us, your dog looks cute, I have 2 little ones, one sleeps over top of my head on my pillow, the other anywhere as long as she is touching me, lol she keeps pushing me to the edge and twice I have ended up on the floor .

I hope you have a nice day today, Be kind and gentle to yourself and take your time with replies as we are here supporting you, not the other way around, and were not going anywhere.

Kindness only,

Karen. (Grandy).

[Guest8901]

Hi Geoff,

So perhaps 'light duties' is the closest you're able to get to having some actual time off. It sounds like you've always been a bit of a work-a-holic. I've read somewhere that you have OCD. Do you think that has something to do with your inability to take things easy on occasion? You may feel compelled to answer a pile of posts, or to complete certain tasks. Although I dont know a lot about OCD, and certainly havent been diagnosed with it, I have wondered sometimes if I might suffer from a form of it. What little I do know, I seem to fit the bill quite closely. It is something I'll ask my psych about when I get to see her.

I'm glad to hear that your little dog keeps such good care of you. I have a little Tenterfield terrier myself. Her name is Charli, and yep, she always sleeps right alongside of me too. Like Karen's little dogs, she has to be near.

I hope you're feeling up to regular walks with your dog, preferably where she can run safely without needing to be on a leash. I live in the country, so my dog gets plenty of play time without the need to be on a lead. Its really very therapeutic to go for walks with our dogs, they are such funny little things and often make you laugh with their antics.

No need to respond Geoff, I just wanted you to know I'm still thinking of you. I realise its no doubt difficult for you to be here less than normal. But the important thing is to get yourself right, so you can come back, better than ever. Otherwise a great number of people would miss out on your kind wisdom and care.

Get better soon.

Amanda

[Doolhof]

Goodaye Geoff,

You sound a little like my Dad, he has an amazingly strong work ethic, in his mid 80s now and still as fit and active as a Mallee bull. We all say he will be the one hammering the nails down in his own coffin!

I too understand Geoff where the sense of a rebuff or an unfavourable response can feel like a kick in the guts. The best thing this, thankfully, those kinds of replies and rebuffs are few and far between here.

It is wonderful to see you are being shown so much care, support, love and appreciation here Geoff. Sometimes it is hard to take all of that on-board and realise it is real and for you.

Well it is real, it is all for you and you matter to so many of us! So allow your mind and fingers to be a little slack for a while when it comes to responding here and do what you feel comfortable with.

Cheers to you Geoff, hoping you find a deep sense of peace within.

[Guest_1584]

Gday Geoff.

So sorry to hear your not feeling too good right now. But eh you deserve a good rest anyway and l know there must be 1,000s of people here that have had your help and kindness.

Yeah l def' find anything at all in ups and downs in this last 5 yrs can def' bring out things. When things are ok and there's not too much stress or even something happy . l cope pretty good but set backs or any down heartedness can easily still send me into a spin. l'm getting better but by no means my usual self and easily set back .

You must be mentally tired too from all your work on the forums so maybe a break and some spoiling yourself for awhile might help too. l've also found treating myself to something or buying something l've been wanting for ages really picks up my spirits even if just for the day but hey l'll take what l can get. Maybe go buy yourself a few pressies to mate.

l hope you feel a bit better soon.

rx

[james1]

Hi geoff,

I'm so sorry to hear things are quite hard for you right now.

Certainly depression has a way of coming up when things are going tough whether in our personal or work life. We often don't notice until it's hit and then it can be very difficult as I'm sure things are for you now.

But it's important to remember that you've been here, and been out of here before. You also help many others in this situation, get back out of it.

I don't have much more to say except you are a sufferer of mental illness, just as much as you are a survivor of it and a support to others who suffer. I hope you can see how much you have helped others here, and find the chance to take some mental rest and respite.

James

[geoff]

To All of you, I thought that I'd say that all your messages have been so heartwarming beyond belief, as I know you all and what a great effort all of you have done for the forum.

You keep it alive and you also provide much help to those who post in who are lost, bewildered and stuck in a situation where they are struggling and try to guide them onto a better path and to let them know that there is a light for them to aim for.

Thank you all so much, it's a very steep hill to climb, but as the title says 'Just Need Some Support' means it's always open for anybody who is having a difficult time. Geoff.

[blondguy]

Dear Geoff

You were the first member of the forums that noticed me struggling when I joined and extended me the support (Olive Branch) I needed to feel like I was a part of....the forum family

You posting this thread is a sign of possessing great inner strength that many people cant emulate

I read this a few posts above from TonyWK...."consider a break as a kind of "change" from your routine more than a separation from the forum Change is good"

James1 summed up all the lovely support fro others on your thread by mentioning " I hope you can see how much you have helped others here, and find the chance to take some mental rest and respite"

Being 'gentle' to ourselves also means having a break too (hopefully)

My best for you Geoff always

Paul

[Ellie05]

Hi Geoff,

I hope you're starting to feel a little better. It warms my heart to hear your doggy sleeps snuggled up next to your feet. My little dog used to do that and I'd feel so secure and comforted.

[Neferata]

Dear Geoff,

I can only resound the message of love and the gratitude toward your boundless support, your heartfelt presence in this community which I do not believe would exist if not for people like your good self.

You are tremendously good to others but one must also be good to one self. I hope you are able to direct your working ethic toward something you find spiritually fulfilling.

Wishing you well in your journey ahead,

Nef.

[Guest8901]

Morning Geoff,

Just dropping by to say that I hope you're starting to feel better within yourself. As you said "its a steep hill to climb", but hopefully you now have the summit clearly in sight and that you'll soon be coasting.

Thinking of you.

Amanda