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Not happy with anything, even the things I like

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Hi, I’m new here. I have been sitting with this for a while and I still do not know how to present it, so I am going to say it as plainly as I can.I am a very unsatisfied person. That is the shortest way I can put it. It is not one situation I can na... View more

Hi, I’m new here. I have been sitting with this for a while and I still do not know how to present it, so I am going to say it as plainly as I can.I am a very unsatisfied person. That is the shortest way I can put it. It is not one situation I can name and fix. I am not happy with anything, including the things I like. I still know what those things are. They have not stopped being mine. Music, interests, ordinary parts of a day that should feel like a break — I can recognise them, and I can still choose them. They just do not give me much when I am actually there. The enjoyment feels flat, thin, or missing.That is the part I find hardest to explain. If I disliked everything, the story would be simpler. Instead I can like something and still not feel happy doing it. I end up unsatisfied with the very things I would have expected to help. It makes me wonder if the problem is the life around me, or the way I am registering it. Both feel possible. I do not have a clear answer.It does not feel like a single bad day or a mood that passes by evening. It feels more constant. I can look across different parts of my life and none of them feel okay. There is no corner I can point to and say, at least this is fine. That is tiring. I am tired of carrying it, and I do not know how to shift it by rearranging circumstances, because the flatness seems to follow me into the things I already care about.I am not looking for a quick fix or for someone to solve my life. I joined because I wanted to say this somewhere people might recognise it. If you have felt unhappy even with the things you enjoy, I would like to hear what that was like for you. Did it lift at all, and was there anything that helped the enjoyment come back even a little — or did you have to treat the flatness itself before the liked things started working again?

Intro and why am I here

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Hi Everybody, not sure if this is the right space but I'll give it a shot. I stumbled on this site after googling "shortness of breath, no reasons found". It seems that some contributors have experienced this. My situation is that for the past week I... View more

Hi Everybody, not sure if this is the right space but I'll give it a shot. I stumbled on this site after googling "shortness of breath, no reasons found". It seems that some contributors have experienced this. My situation is that for the past week I've felt short of breath almost continually. Haven't had much sleep in this time. Funny thing is that my spO2 is fine at around 96 to 99 and heart rate 56 to 66 bpm. When I exert myself like going for a brisk walk up a hill The SOB condition doesn't get worse. I visited casualty at our local hospital and they couldn't find any problem. Blood tests were good. bicarb normal and haemoglobin etc are all fine. ECG was good. Chest X-ray showed nothing. Reviewed that my spO2 was still good. I was sent home with some medication to make me sleep. This is a hard core drug so I didn't take it. I've read that it could be anxiety attacks. Don't think so but I am not dismissing it. I've also noticed that it isn't as bad if I'm distracted and doing something busy. I'm due to see my GP on Friday to try and get to the bottom of this. Unfortunately, I don't know what to ask him to do. If anybody here can offer their experiences for similar events I'd appreciate some insight so that I can go to my appointment a bit better prepared. Sorry for the long-winded intro but this is uncomfortable and driving me nuts. Thanks everyone.

hello beyond blue :,) this is me

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Hello, I am a high schooler who right now have some pretty heavy anxiety, depression, insomia and i don't know if i have any other conditions at the moment. I am feeling so insecure and i feel like i can't say anything to my family or friends, so i d... View more

Hello, I am a high schooler who right now have some pretty heavy anxiety, depression, insomia and i don't know if i have any other conditions at the moment. I am feeling so insecure and i feel like i can't say anything to my family or friends, so i decided to find some help here (after thinking for an hour).

I am just me and that's ok

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I'm not great at expressing my self but here gose.I have been reading a lot about people trying to chase ( normal ).But what is normal ?

Randomly going through internet and i found this page

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i was just randomly reading something and found this page and now i feel money is a very expensive thing you have to spend so many of your precious days of life working your ass off for money. Whereas time is the most expensive thing which we do not ... View more

i was just randomly reading something and found this page and now i feel money is a very expensive thing you have to spend so many of your precious days of life working your ass off for money. Whereas time is the most expensive thing which we do not care about .Cheers everyone this is just a normal message after 7 beers i wanted to share 😁

The winds of change are blowing across the planes

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Hi new to all of this, but so glad to see I am not alone in this, so many good topics that is certainly helpful for me.Stay strong

We’re updating mobile navigation – take a look and share feedback

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Hi everyone, Many of you have shared feedback with us over time about how navigation works on the Forums, especially when using a phone. Based on that feedback we’ve been working on an updated approach to mobile navigation. We’re looking to launch th... View more

Hi everyone, Many of you have shared feedback with us over time about how navigation works on the Forums, especially when using a phone. Based on that feedback we’ve been working on an updated approach to mobile navigation. We’re looking to launch this update soon, and we’d really value your feedback by 17 May. Below is a refined concept for the proposed mobile navigation for logged‑in members, informed by earlier usability testing and community input. This is not a mobile app. It shows an updated navigation layout for using the Forums on a mobile browser, accessed in the same way as you do now. Mobile is where the layout change is most noticeable. The navigation items shown on desktop would be the same as those shown in the concept image above. We’re interested in your thoughts on: Whether this feels easier or harder to navigate than what we have now Whether anything feels harder to find Whether the labels and structure make sense Whether anything feels missing or unclear There are no right or wrong answers. We’re especially interested in how this might feel when you imagine using it for everyday Forums activities. A few notes for context This shows the logged‑in experience on mobile The image shows the navigation options only, not a specific page If you’d prefer to share feedback privately, or if you’re not a member yet and can’t reply here, you can contact us at modsupport@beyondblue.org.au Thanks so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and help improve the Forums for everyone. Project TeamBeyond Blue

We’d love your thoughts on using the Forums on your phone

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Hi everyone, Over the years, some members have asked whether the Forums have an app. Often this comes up without much detail, so we would love to better understand what's behind it. We are currently looking at ways to improve how the Forums work on p... View more

Hi everyone, Over the years, some members have asked whether the Forums have an app. Often this comes up without much detail, so we would love to better understand what's behind it. We are currently looking at ways to improve how the Forums work on phones. Before making any changes, we want to hear about your experience. In particular, we would love to know: Are there things that feel harder to find or do on the Forums when you are using your phone compared with your computer? If you have ever thought about a Forums app, what were you hoping it would make easier when using the Forums on your phone? There is no right or wrong answer. We are simply trying to understand what matters most so we can make thoughtful improvements for the community. How to share your thoughts You can reply to this post with your feedback. Short or long responses are both welcome. If you would rather share something privately, or if you are not a member yet and cannot reply here, you can contact us at modsupport@beyondblue.org.au What happens next We will use the feedback you share to help guide improvements to the Forums experience on phones. Thank you for being part of the Beyond Blue Forums. Your perspectives really do help shape how the Forums work. Project TeamBeyond Blue

We’d love your thoughts on how we introduce @mentions

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Hi everyone, We are getting ready to introduce @mentions to the Beyond Blue Forums. @Mentions will let members tag another member in a post (for example @ExampleMember). This can help keep conversations clearer, especially when a few people are parti... View more

Hi everyone, We are getting ready to introduce @mentions to the Beyond Blue Forums. @Mentions will let members tag another member in a post (for example @ExampleMember). This can help keep conversations clearer, especially when a few people are participating in the same discussion. Before we roll the feature out, we want to make sure it is introduced in a way that feels safe, respectful, and supportive for the community. To help with that, we have drafted some guidelines and FAQs about how @mentions should be used, and we would really value your feedback on those. We would love your thoughts by Friday 13 March. Here is a short summary of the key points from the draft FAQs and Forums Guidelines. @Mentions are designed to help conversations flow.They are there to help keep discussions clear when several members are taking part. Replying to mentions is optional.If someone mentions you, it is simply an invitation to reply. There is no expectation to respond, and it is always okay to step back. Mentions send notifications.You will receive a notification on the Forums when you are mentioned. You will also receive an email notification unless you have adjusted or turned @mention email notifications off in your settings. They should not be used to pressure anyone.This includes repeatedly tagging someone or trying to hurry a response. They should not be used to pull people into discussions.In particular, @mentions should not be used to bring specific members into conversations in the PTSD and trauma or Suicidal thoughts and self-harm topics. Please do not @mention moderators.The moderation team’s account (Sophie_M) should not be tagged. If you need moderator help, please use the Report Post button or email modsupport@beyondblue.org.au Community Champions can be mentioned, but there is no expectation they will reply.They are part of the community like everyone else. Moderators can step in if @mentions are misused.This might include editing or removing posts, issuing warnings, or limiting access to the feature to help keep the Forums safe and supportive. If you would like more detail, you can also read: The full draft FAQs The draft Forums Guidelines update You do not need to read the full guidelines and FAQs to provide feedback. Feedback on the points above is just as helpful. What we would love your feedback on We are keen to hear your thoughts on: Does this guidance feel clear and reasonable? Is anything missing or confusing? Do you have any concerns about how @mentions might affect your experience on the Forums? Is there anything that would help this feature be introduced more smoothly? How to share your thoughts You can reply to this post with your feedback. Short or long responses are both welcome. If you can, please share your thoughts by Friday 13 March so we can review everything together. If you would rather share something privately, you are also welcome to contact the moderation team at modsupport@beyondblue.org.au What happens next We will use the feedback you provide to refine the FAQs and guidelines ahead of launching the @mentions feature. Thanks for being part of the Beyond Blue Forums. Your perspectives really do help shape how the Forums work. Project TeamBeyond Blue

Not happy with anything, even the things I like replies: 3

Intro and why am I here replies: 2

hello beyond blue :,) this is me replies: 4

I am just me and that's ok replies: 5

Randomly going through internet and i found this page replies: 3

The winds of change are blowing across the planes replies: 1

We’re updating mobile navigation – take a look and share feedback replies: 3

We’d love your thoughts on using the Forums on your phone replies: 8

We’d love your thoughts on how we introduce @mentions replies: 15