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Sophie_M Meet your community champions!
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Hi everyone, We wanted to share with you the way that our wonderful Community Champions are here to support you. You may have noticed that a few of our Forums members are labelled ‘Community Champion’. Community Champions are volunteers within the Be... View more

Hi everyone, We wanted to share with you the way that our wonderful Community Champions are here to support you. You may have noticed that a few of our Forums members are labelled ‘Community Champion’. Community Champions are volunteers within the Beyond Blue Forums who: have the time, skills and empathy to support other members regularly; help to welcome new members; are actively engaged members that help set the tone of our community. Our Community Champions are regular contributors to many conversations across the forums. They are a consistent and friendly voice that have committed to sharing their experience and expertise with this community. They are not health care professionals or clinicians. Like you, they have an experience with a mental health challenge or diagnosis – either for themselves or someone they care for. This forum is for people who understand what it feels like and have a lived and living experience of mental health challenges. Our Community Champions help everyone feel comfortable and confident by demonstrating what excellent peer support is all about. Click here to find out more about how you can become a Community Champion! This incredible team are excited to introduce themselves below, and we are sure you’ll see them around the forums in conversations important to you.

Aaronsis HELP..Am I posting in the right section?
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Welcome to those who are considering posting for the very first time, welcome. Thought I would repost part of the words that Chris B posted awhile ago, (2014) as I can hear that people are unsure if they are posting in the right section or worried th... View more

Welcome to those who are considering posting for the very first time, welcome. Thought I would repost part of the words that Chris B posted awhile ago, (2014) as I can hear that people are unsure if they are posting in the right section or worried that they are posting "the wrong thing". 1.A good title makes the difference Just like a headline in a newspaper, when scanning the dozens of threads to click into, it’s only natural that people will choose the ones that resonate with them most. A title that entices the reader, or asks a question, is likely to get a better result than something non-descriptive like “Depression” or “I don't know what to do”. If you think you’re not good at choosing titles, leave it till last. Spend time writing your post, then perhaps choose a sentence from what you’ve written as the title. 2.Join in threads that have already been posted We all have our own unique stories, but part of the reason for joining a forum like this one is because you know that you will have a lot in common with others who are posting. Before starting a new thread, have a look through the current topics being discussed and see if there’s a conversation you can join in with. It can be quite common to have a handful of very similar threads happening at any one time, with members seemingly unaware that there are others right there who are going through the same thing. Talking to other members on their threads is a great way of getting yourself known so that when you post a thread of your own, people may respond quicker because they recognize your name. 3.Choose the most appropriate section for your post Many people browse the forums looking for stories specifically to do with pregnancy and parenting, employment, grief, loss, separation etc. Going straight for the “Depression” section may seem like the easiest option, but this section is often the busiest, so your post is more likely to get lost among the threads. Making good use of the different forum sections not only helps keep the forum relevant, but you’re more likely to find others who are going through the same experiences as you. Also, if you're wanting to discuss issues of trauma, abuse, suicidal thoughts or self-harm, it's really important you post in the designated section to avoid triggering others who may not wish to read about these topics. Mostly..just come and chat, we are here for you. Our amazing wizards in the background will see your message ends up in the right spot. Sarah

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Jan_H Newby
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Hi all I'm a 44 year old mum to a 13 year old son and a 10 year old son. I have anxiety and depression (diagnosed 13 years ago after I got severe PND after my first son was born). My 10 year old has severe anxiety too. We moved to Australia a year ag... View more

Hi all I'm a 44 year old mum to a 13 year old son and a 10 year old son. I have anxiety and depression (diagnosed 13 years ago after I got severe PND after my first son was born). My 10 year old has severe anxiety too. We moved to Australia a year ago. He has learning issues and his anxiety doesn't help. I'm wondering if there are any other parents on here who are in similar situations and where you get support in managing your own anxiety when your child struggles. Thanks so much!

vanillabare new
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Hi I am new here. I recently saw my gp and recommended this website . I have been feeling all sorts of feeling, depression, sad, alone , worthless and I don't know why. I sometimes wonder what I done wrong to deserve these feelings. it is not a good ... View more

Hi I am new here. I recently saw my gp and recommended this website . I have been feeling all sorts of feeling, depression, sad, alone , worthless and I don't know why. I sometimes wonder what I done wrong to deserve these feelings. it is not a good place to be in and I don't know how to deal with my emotions.

Empathic_Bipolar Long time sufferer - first time sharing
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Hi everyone, im usually the helper/fixer.. my job and role requires this of me and l can normally cope. But tonight was the first time I’ve felt so alone, unappreciated and empty. And l feel quilt for feeling this way. I guess l just need a break. I ... View more

Hi everyone, im usually the helper/fixer.. my job and role requires this of me and l can normally cope. But tonight was the first time I’ve felt so alone, unappreciated and empty. And l feel quilt for feeling this way. I guess l just need a break. I am abused in my job by mentally unwell people and while l normally don’t take things personally tonight l just..... l come home and I’m crying silently as my partner sleeps and all l wanted was to relax as l have to get up and go to work again tomorrow. I hate to sound like such a mater. l thought l could text instead of calling a help line, but it’s apparently closed. anyway. It doesn’t feel right talking on here when everyone else is experiencing similar if not worst feelings. I think l feel better just typing this. please know you are not alone.. you are loved, appreciated and you matter! Don’t be so hard on yourself and NEVER fix a temporary problem with a permanent solution.

AnxiousAussie11 Small Introduction
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Hi all, new user here! I decided to sign up to these forums after my previously diagnosed health anxiety decided to pay me another visit. Several years ago I was put on anti-anxiety medicine by a doctor which I took for 3 or so years - I weened off t... View more

Hi all, new user here! I decided to sign up to these forums after my previously diagnosed health anxiety decided to pay me another visit. Several years ago I was put on anti-anxiety medicine by a doctor which I took for 3 or so years - I weened off these back in March this year as I really did not like how dull they made me feel. Everything was going well until the past couple of weeks. I typically experience physical symptoms, especially tight chest/air hunger/shortness of breath which in turn makes me more anxious - vicious cycle! When I am able to keep myself distracted so I am not focusing on my breathing I generally feel good, but that sometimes prove to be a difficult task. I am not entirely sure where else to go from here at this stage, but figured it's a start.

ocean-man Hi, I'm new here.
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I'm a 15 year old boy currently trying (sometimes unsuccessfully) to get through high school. I heard about BeyondBlue in many places and figured it wouldn't be too bad of an idea to try it out. I'm mostly just here to browse, but I might end up talk... View more

I'm a 15 year old boy currently trying (sometimes unsuccessfully) to get through high school. I heard about BeyondBlue in many places and figured it wouldn't be too bad of an idea to try it out. I'm mostly just here to browse, but I might end up talking about myself or maybe making some friends. I don't know. I don't have many hobbies but I do enjoy videogames and TV (like most sane people). I also like reading and being with my pets. Thanks for reading

Blues21 Newbie on here
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Hi everyone I’m new on here, I have been struggling with anxiety/panic attacks for the last 5 years, the attacks come on just out of the blue without any warning. I might get them 2 - 3 times a week or none for a few weeks.

Hi everyone I’m new on here, I have been struggling with anxiety/panic attacks for the last 5 years, the attacks come on just out of the blue without any warning. I might get them 2 - 3 times a week or none for a few weeks.

Grego791 Hello
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Hi I’m really just sad a lot of the time and I think I have hit my breaking point. Being a dude it’s hard to talk to my work mates about how I’m feeling. I haven’t been right since my dad died 2 years ago and I have been struggling with that. It’s co... View more

Hi I’m really just sad a lot of the time and I think I have hit my breaking point. Being a dude it’s hard to talk to my work mates about how I’m feeling. I haven’t been right since my dad died 2 years ago and I have been struggling with that. It’s coming up to his death anniversary. I kinda feel like an idiot writing this sorry guys.

Annie5678 Hi, I'm new here
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Hello everyone, I've just joined, and hoping to get some support. Thanks.

Hello everyone, I've just joined, and hoping to get some support. Thanks.

RJ2020 Why do I feel like this?
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i dont really know what im doing so ill just introduce myself, Hi I'm Riley. I have mild-severe anxiety, mild social anxiety, ptsd and mild depression. i feel isolated when people who arent in my circle stare at me or I feel sad. i tend to cry myself... View more

i dont really know what im doing so ill just introduce myself, Hi I'm Riley. I have mild-severe anxiety, mild social anxiety, ptsd and mild depression. i feel isolated when people who arent in my circle stare at me or I feel sad. i tend to cry myself into deep thought or sleep I want to know how to cope better I just cant find healthy ways to cope when I zone out and.....it makes my head and chest hurt and tighten. i feel like I'm never good enough and I don't meet anyone expectations of me. i feel shut off, trapped, concealed everyone thinks I'm very happy and comfortable with my life but I'm not. i want to feel good about myself and I don't want people to look at me and me to just think oh god their judging me....Please someone help.

Nobodee From a caterpillar into transition to a beautiful butterfly
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Hi all. Just joined up & have nothing to say about myself yet whilst going through transition into a beautiful butterfly. In the meantime I'll just browse about until i feel comfortable to open up. Perhaps can contribute if able.

Hi all. Just joined up & have nothing to say about myself yet whilst going through transition into a beautiful butterfly. In the meantime I'll just browse about until i feel comfortable to open up. Perhaps can contribute if able.