Hi. New to Beyond Blue

[JasJay]

Need some help, feeling sad and alone.

[geoff]

dear JasJay, hello and welcome to the site.
It's never easy to put your hand up and ask for help so it's a very brave decision you're made, and we really like to know a little bit about you, and please it's an anonymous site and unless you want to put your photo after your name then no one will know who you are, that's your choice, and there's no need to.
We all know what depression of any type can do to someone and how it can destroy your life, as I've had it for so many years I've lost count but now feel as though I have overcome it, but the memories are still with me, so we look forward to hearing back from you, and you can take your time. Geoff.

[Doolhof]

Hi Jas Jay,

Welcome to the Beyond Blue forum and to the community here. Like Geoff has mentioned, this is a very safe and anonymous place to share how you are feeling and to reach out to others.

There are a lot of different threads here on this forum. We have one called BB Café. You might like to hook up to that and have a cyber chat with who ever is in the café at the moment.

Another idea might be to use the Beyond Blue phone help line on 1300 22 4636 or Life Line. Depending on your age, you might be able to find other phone help lines suitable for you also.

When I have been struggling with my depression or feeling so sad I don't know what to do with myself, I have used these phone lines. The people there will listen to you, give you some encouragement and may be able to suggest some helpful tips.

If you would like to share a little more about yourself, we may be able to offer you some hints and advice. None of us are professionals here, just fellow travellers along the road of mental health issues.

Do you have family or friends near you? Could you invite someone to the movies with you, or to go out for a coffee?

Do you like reading? It helps me at times to find a good book to read when I am feeling lonely and sad and feel like there is no one I can call at that time.

I'm going to be away for a couple of weeks soon, but I am sure others like Geoff will be around to "listen" to what ever you might like to share.

You have made this first move to share your needs, I hope you are able to take another step and find ways to help yourself through this.

Cheers for now from Mrs. Dools

[Paul]

Hey JasJay,

Feeling sad and alone hurts a lot. Most of us on the beyondblue forums here have felt sad and alone and understand how much it hurts.

You're not alone here.

What's been going on to lead you to feel sad and alone?

Paul