Just want to say thank you

[Cranberry_Juice]

I would like to say thank you as these forums help me with my depression,anxiety, BPD and bipoloar.

Today I started thinking of sad things and then I started thinking of death and I started searching for coffins, when I start thinking like this I come to this forum and it takes my mind off these terrible thoughts by reading other peoples posts Im not very good at answering posts but this forum is a life saver to me

Thanks,,

[Sophie_M]

Hi Cranberry Juice,

We are so glad to hear that the forums have been a safe place for you to share your thoughts and feelings. We understand how overwhelming it can feel to open up to others about your own experiences and acknowledge how much strength it takes to continue to do so. We’d encourage you to keep checking in on your thread (chronic depression, severe anxiety, bipolar, borderline personality disorder) as it can be helpful to provide an update on how you’re going so our community can best support you. If you do not feel up to engaging on your thread and would like to connect with other members we’d suggest stopping by the BB Social Zone.

If you’d like to talk to someone immediately about the thoughts you’ve been having today, our Support Service is also here to talk things though - 1300 22 4636 or on email and Webchat (3pm-12am AEST) through our website: www.beyondblue.org.au/getsupport

 
We appreciate this kind message you've shared with our community 😊 See you around the forums!
 

[Ggrand]

Hello Cranberry Juice,

Im sorry about the struggles your dealing with...

I can resonate with your post about your dark thoughts and coming here to listen to other people. When I fall down into the darkness, coming here and listening to others has saved me..from carrying out those thoughts...These forums are a distraction from my thoughts..When I’m down, I don’t post much, but that’s okay because theirs no obligation here to do so....I think your very brave for your above post..well done..

Distracting ourselves is I feel the only way to help ourselves when our thoughts turn dark...I have a few things I do to distract myself...listening to music or sleep stories, sitting outside and fully concentrating on what I’m seeing and hearing, playing internet games...Anything that takes our complete concentration can help us....

Is it okay to ask you if your under medical care for your mh? if not do you think it would be something that you would consider..I found trying to fix myself never worked, and once I spoke to my GP..about my thoughts and feeling, she started me on meds, and a mental health care plan..that has helped me a lot....

Its okay lovely one, if you don’t reply...I just wanted to let you know that you are cared for here, and your not alone, the wonderful people here are amazing and very caring...

I have a good ear if you want to talk some more, be it the weather, your likes and dreams, or anything at all...you feel comfortable with..We are here for you and will help you as much as we can through your difficult journey...

Sending you my love, care and hugs..💜🤗.

Grandy..

[blondguy]

Hello Cranberry Juice

Its great to have you as part of the forum family and thankyou for your kind words 🙂

The forums are a safe and caring place for you to post...Your privacy and well being are paramount to Beyond Blue. I used to have chronic anxiety followed by depression for a long time...and it is a horrible place to be in..I understand your pain...If you wish to elaborate about your feelings...you are always welcome...There is no judgement here....just the best possible support we can provide to you

If you want to chat there are many gentle people that can be here for you too!

my kind thoughts...and some more hugs too..

Paul