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[Meek2424]

Hi guys!

I'm new to this forum thing! I'm not the one to open up to people.. but this week has been a mental battle. I'm on here in hope that I can communicate with other people exactly like me and not feel judged.

[Birdy77]

Dear Meek2424,

I am glad you've come here to talk with others who will understand what you're going through.

I hope you find it a good support for you.

If you'd like to talk about your mental battle of this week, please feel free.

You are more than welcome to join in other discussion threads that interest you as well.

I hope you feel welcome here.

🌻birdy

[geoff]

Hello Meek, it's not easy to post the first thread, because there could be times when you are about to post but decided to edit it and then delete it, only wishing you had press send, but it's good you have.

No one is judged nor are they criticised, so in other words, it's a safe place to talk with other people who have been through their own type of depression but have managed to join this forum to try and help out other people.

Please feel welcome to write on how you are feeling, then we can begin to give you advice.

Geoff.

[Meek2424]

This is my story;
For the past 18 years my dad has been an achololic as well as has been (still is) addicted to drugs. For as long as I can remember he has also emotionally/ physically abused my mother. No matter how bad he treated her she would always choose him, until a few years ago I was had enough of him belting her I rang police & thankfully she left him.
Fast forward to now and she's had a new partner for the last 6 months. Well, she found out that he had been cheating on her the entire duration of the 6 months with not just 1 women but several. When she confronted him he started physically abusing her. Luckily my sister was home to get him off of her, otherwise there would've been a different outcome. Anyway, two days later my mum was back in contact with him and now is pregnant with his child. Neither my sister or myself accept this relationship. What we've been through has had a great impact on our mental health. Some days I'm okay, other days I wonder if I'll make it out alive. Most days I think why us? Both our parents have never thought about our wellbeing.. they've never thought to do What s best for us. They both think about themselves and it's breaks me.

[Birdy77]

Dear Meek2424,

When I read your post I wanted to cry. I am so sorry to hear of the incredibly unfair and difficult situation you have been forced into. You have been dealt a terribly unfair hand.

I know that nothing I can say will bring help to you, but I want you to know you are always welcome here to talk through your feelings and fears and know that you will be met with understanding and care.

I truly wish I could say something that would help you.

I care.

Meek2424, I am going to suggest you contact kidshelpline.com.au, they have web chat or you can call them on 1800 55 1800. They help young adults as well, so don't be deterred by the name. They will be able to support you.

But please keep talking here, our community cares about your wellbeing, and that of your sister.

Take great care of you.

🌻birdy

[SPOONO]

Hiya and welcome, I'm bipolar I wont beat around the bush or I'll end up feeling sorry for myself. Try using the forums here to help others with anything you can think of, that will give you feelings of empowerment. This works for me I guess you've heard of mindfulness, this is a good way.
1. put on some relaxing music that you like or noises of rain or wind, thunder can all be found they don't relate to anything as much as music.
2. Get comfortable anyway you like I prefer laying down but whatever you like.
3. Breathe in deep for count of four, hold for count of four, breath out for count of six or longer as you feel yourself melting down onto bed or whatever.
If that doesn't work, Noah Elkrief gives lectures in a good way on YouTube and teaches mindfulness and living in the NOW.
Cheers. Spoono

[Sophie_M]

Hi Meek2424, 

We are sorry to hear that you are going through a difficult time with your mum and dad. Please know that we take reports of abuse seriously and are here to support you as much as you need.

If you, your sister, or your mum are in immediate danger, please call 000.

Birdy and Spoono have offered several great resources that may be of support to you during this difficult time. 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732 or https://www.1800respect.org.au/) is another great resource that may be very helpful if you or your mum are not in immediate danger but would like to reach out for support. They offer counselling and support services for people experiencing family violence and abuse.

When you are up to it, we would love for you to check in with us about how you are doing.
 

[Meek2424]

Thankyou everyone for the advice & support. I didn't think I'd get a reply, so it means alot to know people are here to support me.

[Birdy77]

Dear Meek,

It's great you've come back.

We are here for you to talk to and share thoughts and feelings whenever you feel like it.

How have you been holding up the last few days?

Thinking of you.

🌻birdy