What happened doesn't have to define me

[Mia001]

Hi everyone!

I'm new here. Not really sure what to do. Where do I start? Any suggestions?

Mia

[Mia001]

Hi Mary,

Some good news today... I have an appointment with the Community Health counsellor next Tuesday. I'm just hoping that work doesn't roster me then!

I'm actually feel pretty good at the moment. I'm getting out of bed on time, getting to work etc,. I can't help wondering how long it will last, but I guess it doesn't matter. Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass; its learning to dance in the rain. ☔️ (One of my favourite quotes)

I'm sorry to hear that you having some problems. I will be thinking of you. If you need someone to listen I'm always here.

Talk later,

Mia

[White_Rose]

Hello Mia

Congratulations on the appointment. That's a great start.

Wow! Getting out of bed on time, that is hard work but fabulous. I lie in until the last minute. No it doesn't matter how long it lasts. In fact it will last longer when you fill your mind and heart with other things, like dancing in the rain.

My problems are going away slowly but surely. They cannot be rushed because the system does not do this. I have lots of friends who support me and help me over the hard bits. Thank you for asking, it means a lot to me.

Mary

[Mia001]

Hi Mary,

Felt so great this morning and now I just want to die. I feel like giving up on everything. What's the point? It just seems impossible. My family is a mess, I don't want to think about it. I don't to think about anything. I just want to sleep and sleep and sleep. I can't deal with this.

Sometimes I think I'm just overreacting to the abuse. I mean, it's ridiculous, it's not like he raped me. Why do I feel like this? I just want to be normal again, to trust people and not be so scared of getting hurt in every relationship I have.

Mia

[White_Rose]

Mia

I am very sorry to hear you are going through another bad time. When is your next counsellor appointment?

Feeling the way you do comes with the territory of depression. It comes in waves as I have discovered. You sound in a very bad place. Can you make an emergency appointment with your GP? Call the suicide call back service as they can help you over the phone. 1300 659 467. Or simply take yourself to your hospital emergency department.

I know how hard this is and also quite scary. This is where you need to look after yourself. Going to sleep will put your emotions on hold but you will face them again when you wake up. You need more help that a counsellor. As I said phone your GP and ask for an emergency appointment.

Mary

[Mia001]

Hi Mary,

My next appointment is tomorrow, it's with the new counsellor at Community Health. Not feeling so bad this morning, I just don't want to go to work or anything.

Not sure about seeing my GP, but I will ring the suicide call back service.

Talk later,

Mia

[Mia001]

Hi Mary,

Just a quick update...

I went to my appointment this morning. The counsellor seems nice so I really hope this works out. It'll also be better because I'll be seeing her every week at least to start with.

At least now I feel like things are being sorted out. Being able to see someone every week will make a big difference too. My family is having some problems at the moment too, so that's causing a lot of stress. I know I'll be better once things settle.

Mia

[Guest_128]

Hey Mia,

just popping in to say hello,

that is great news that you will see your new councillor each week,I hope you get a good connection with her.

I am leaving you a nice big bath bom just for you ( from lush) do you have that there?

Dory

[Mia001]

Hi Dory,

Its nice to see a new face here. I really hope that I click with this counsellor too. It would be great to get some kind of a routine going in regards to counselling.

Thanks for the bath bomb! 😊 I really needed that. I have been thinking I should treat myself to a bath some time this week, really should do it.

Sending hugs (as long as you don't mind)

Mia

[james1]

Hello Mia,

I'm glad to hear you have that weekly thing now. I see mine twice a week at the moment and it's stupidly expensive and eating into my savings, but it's been helpful. A day is a long time when you're under stress.

I agree with the bath idea. I think a treat is long overdue 🙂

James

[Mia001]

Hi James,

Wow, it's busy right now! Everyone is stopping by.

Yeah, I know what you mean about it being a long time. Seeing the psych was okay but 4 weeks can feel like forever! Sorry to hear you're under stress at the moment. I hope everything's sorts itself out for you soon. 🙂

Mia