Hi I'm new here

[Izabella]

Last year was pretty shitty, ngl. I was incredibly unproductive because I neglected my mental health and it got in the way of my life. Of course, there were other issues such as miscommunication or difficulty in opening up to people or the fact that I had only just moved to Australia- and knew no one...But I'm determined to make mental health my number 1 priority this time and am hopeful that 2023 will be a better year.

[geoff]

Hello Izabella, last year has been so confusing for many people with States putting on different regulations regarding COVID which were completely different to the previous year, so most of us didn't know what was going to happen next, so what happens is our mental health has a tendency to be locked away because of these many restrictions which many people disagree with, and when this happens we tend not to talk about how we are feeling to anybody.

Let's hope 2023 will allow you to visit your doctor as this is normally your first port of call, then they can listen and diagnose you and then offer you a 'mental health plan', which entitles you to 20 Medicare paid sessions to see a psychologist or a psychiatrist, but I much prefer the former.

If by chance you don't feel as though you get on with this psychologist then seek another one's point of view.

Geoff.

Life Member.

[Mark Z.]

Hi Izabella,

Welcome to the forum, and welcome to Australia!

Yes last year was shitty to many of us, but it's so good to know that you have developed strong self-awareness and you are determined to make mental health your No1 priority. Also don't forget about your physical health as it's deeply connected to mental health.

Good luck to you and hope you enjoy your life and make new friends. You're always welcome to come back here to share your story if you want.

Mark

[jaz28]

Hi Izabella.

I am sorry you have been going through a hard time but welcome to the forums! I hope you find it to be a helpful and supportive place. Good on you for staying positive and determined to improve. I am sure you will get there.

Please reach out if you need,

Jaz xx

[On The Road]

Hi Izabella,

Welcome to the forum

Totally agree with you that last year was pretty bad. I may not be totally in your shoes, but I think I feel you. Mental health and socialising are two main issues that I should've focused more on, they've been really impacting my life... Happy to hear that you have this goal, let's work toward it! Feel free to share more if you're comfortable, you're always welcome.😊