After some chats due to lonliness and trying to avoid self medicating with alcohol

[Titine]

Hi ive never been on a forum before. A little bit unsure what to write. I thought id try and see if it could help by talking to other people who are possibly going through similar anxieties.

Im in a difficult stage in life. I have had to deactivate all social media. Im not working and have had my licence suspended due to a seizure. Ive had to cut off most off my friends for various reasons. And now with the current added isolation, im really suffering. I live on my own in a tiny unit and feel panicy and anxious all the time. I feel trapped. Ive been fighting a battle on and off with alcohol, as its all i can think of to numb the pain. But it just makes things worse. Im trying to keep positive and get out for a walk each day but i still cant shake this horrible feeling and fear i have inside me. Thanks for listening 😊

[Sophie_M]

Hi Titine, 

Welcome to the Beyond Blue forums, we're so glad you decided to join our friendly community. We're so sorry to hear how lonely and anxious you're feeling. We empathise with how difficult it is to be at home so much due to isolation. Please know that our community is here to get to know you and support you and we will get through this together!

We'd strongly encourage you to visit our Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service. The website will be regularly updated with information, advice and strategies to help you manage your wellbeing and mental health during this time. 

Many of our members are in the same boat and will be able to relate to what you're experiencing.  If you would like to post further, please tell us more about what's on your mind and how we can best help you get through this difficult time.

[quirkywords]

Welcome Titine, to the forum and thanks for starting your thread.

Sophie has written a supportive supply with helpful suggestions.

You are not alone and we are listening. There are threads that you may like to look at .

Anyone had to spend days alone without anyone to talk to?

Just type into the search box at top right hand end of the page,

It is hard when you feel lonely . You are aware of how you use alcohol . That is an insight not many people have,

Please post here as much as you want to . Keep up the walks .