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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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Joel_1 Seeking help
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Hey, I’m seeking help for what’s happening to me right now. I’ve been taking medication for anxiety for year now, but I’m starting to become frustrated and irritable at work. I’m worried I may be disaplined if I have another bad day.

Hey, I’m seeking help for what’s happening to me right now. I’ve been taking medication for anxiety for year now, but I’m starting to become frustrated and irritable at work. I’m worried I may be disaplined if I have another bad day.

Kirra23 My mind: A half-way house
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Hello to all, Im 32 and feeling so lost with myself that i am ashamed. I have had a moderately successful life, i have two degrees, am a lawyer, i have a house, a car, friends, a family. But underneath the success is a little bubbling brook of fear, ... View more

Hello to all, Im 32 and feeling so lost with myself that i am ashamed. I have had a moderately successful life, i have two degrees, am a lawyer, i have a house, a car, friends, a family. But underneath the success is a little bubbling brook of fear, anxiety, depression and recently some thoughts of hopelessness that thankfully, have not furthered into dark thoughts. Being a successful person reaching middle age makes me feel so much guilt for being mentally ill when so many others have things far worse. I have a lot to be grateful for yet here i am. I named this thread thus so, as i feel that i am in a half-way situation with my mental battle. I have already identified previous feelings of PTSD. Previous issues with my mum and have seen multiple psychologists. I have worked through most of my previous issues to the point where i feel 'half-way' cured but, the skills, tools and self-awareness just seem to not be enough. I am that person who walks into a room and hides it and feels the dread of anxiety which leaves me feeling lonely and isolated. I am single with so much love to give and can't seem to find someone who values me for me. I feel rejected, like there is something wrong with me and at times, that i may never have someone to share my love with. I am prone to overthinking social things like whether someone likes me based on my instincts. The negative thought spirals are endless. Right now i am also at a crossroad with my career. i no longer want to practice law but do not know what my next step is and how to reach that next step. I am stuck, lost, lonely, anxious and therefore, depressed about my situation. I have reached out to friends and i can read them well...they are worried about me so i thought it best to take some steps to help myself which is why im here. i would like just one day where i feel at peace. no hum of anxiety, no depressive thoughts. just one day.

debdetdut help me please
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I am a mum to a 6 and 8 year old, with no support and I have had enough.

I am a mum to a 6 and 8 year old, with no support and I have had enough.

FightingForSanity Wondering what’s the point?
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Hi everyone, this is my first time posting on here, so I’m not really sure where to start… I’ve been diagnosed with depression, anxiety and OCD, and have been told by a shrink that I’m pretty well on the borderline of having bipolar. I’ve also recent... View more

Hi everyone, this is my first time posting on here, so I’m not really sure where to start… I’ve been diagnosed with depression, anxiety and OCD, and have been told by a shrink that I’m pretty well on the borderline of having bipolar. I’ve also recently been told by my new boss, who used to be a nurse, that she’d be surprised if I wasn’t on the autism spectrum, at the high-functioning end. I guess you could say I drew the short straw on a lot of things in life. Lately I’ve just really been struggling, wondering what the point is of continuing. I have a great family who love me and I’ve started a new job a couple of months ago, but I’m really struggling to see any purpose, any light at the end of the tunnel. I’m not sure where else to turn.

Pinkwhite Not feeling as lonely.
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Hi all, thought I would keep you updated, I'm starting to like my own company and I'm not feeling as lonely, I'm going to work with someone so i can achieve my goal of how to treat people with respect and make new male and female friends. Looking for... View more

Hi all, thought I would keep you updated, I'm starting to like my own company and I'm not feeling as lonely, I'm going to work with someone so i can achieve my goal of how to treat people with respect and make new male and female friends. Looking forward to it. Have a wonderful weekend .

S_Ramos Hi my name is Ramos
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Hi, my name is Ramos. I am an example of a clachy neurotic obsessed with depression. It took me about ten years to feel better... Maybe my experience will be helpful to someone or I can support someone. thank you

Hi, my name is Ramos. I am an example of a clachy neurotic obsessed with depression. It took me about ten years to feel better... Maybe my experience will be helpful to someone or I can support someone. thank you

dolphinity Greetings/first post
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Hello, Hope whoever reads this is well/doing okay wherever you are! I’ll try and keep this short. I’m a 22 year old in her final year of uni. Been battling ARFID since a very young age. Tried treatment and failed multiple times. Currently medicated f... View more

Hello, Hope whoever reads this is well/doing okay wherever you are! I’ll try and keep this short. I’m a 22 year old in her final year of uni. Been battling ARFID since a very young age. Tried treatment and failed multiple times. Currently medicated for severe anxiety and depression. Struggling with coping with the effects these all have on my relationship, hobbies, decisions and the general stress of having no drive or any feeling of hope for the future. Past few weeks in particular have been the most difficult yet. I’m sure there’s at least one person out there that knows the feeling. Joined in the hopes that, at the very least, I can lend an ear/support where needed and see how others have learnt to cope. Thanks for reading.

Lisa_difalco123 New to Meds
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Hi all, This is my first time posting. I’ve suffered from anxiety my whole life and have generally managed to keep it at bay until recently. The last few months it has been getting worse and after discussing symptoms with my GP started medication 5 d... View more

Hi all, This is my first time posting. I’ve suffered from anxiety my whole life and have generally managed to keep it at bay until recently. The last few months it has been getting worse and after discussing symptoms with my GP started medication 5 days ago. Since then my anxiety has been awful, I’ve suffered intense nausea and panic attacks. Never had a panic attack before so when I woke in the middle of the night with one, it was very scary. It feels like a crushing hot weight on my chest and I’m struggling to get any sleep. Is it normal to feel even more anxious than ever? Did anyone else feel this way in the first few days of taking meds? Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Dunn of Northumbria Hello all!
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For privacy reasons, I wont use my actual name but I am Dunn and I have mild ASD Social Media isnt really doing it for me and im concerned about my wellbeing consider how Ive been my whole life so I came here to get some support and also chat with so... View more

For privacy reasons, I wont use my actual name but I am Dunn and I have mild ASD Social Media isnt really doing it for me and im concerned about my wellbeing consider how Ive been my whole life so I came here to get some support and also chat with some people here.

Miss at a loss Helping someone with multiple addictions
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Good Afternoon and thank you for listening I am at a loss as to where to turn to help someone I love with multiple addictions and advice would be greatly appreciated x

Good Afternoon and thank you for listening I am at a loss as to where to turn to help someone I love with multiple addictions and advice would be greatly appreciated x