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Sophie_M Welcome to the BB Social Zone - guidelines for posting in this section
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Hi everyone, This section of the forum is a little different to the others, as you may have noticed in looking around the threads. Elsewhere on the forums, we discuss some pretty heavy topics: mental health issues, thoughts of suicide, trauma, abuse,... View more

Hi everyone, This section of the forum is a little different to the others, as you may have noticed in looking around the threads. Elsewhere on the forums, we discuss some pretty heavy topics: mental health issues, thoughts of suicide, trauma, abuse, relationship breakdowns. Here is the place to come to get away from that and have a bit of fun. Distraction can be an important tool to draw on if you're finding yourself overwhelmed by distressing thoughts and feelings. As this is a section for respite from difficult topics, we will remove posts made in this section that attempt to discuss personal issues. Please use a support thread in the appropriate section for these discussions. Happy posting!

Kazzl The BB cafe
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The BB cafe is open for business! Welcome all to a new chill and chat place for everyone on the forum. The BB cafe is whatever you want it to be. There are comfy sofas, tables and chairs, coffee machines, a kitchen stocked with everything. There's a ... View more

The BB cafe is open for business! Welcome all to a new chill and chat place for everyone on the forum. The BB cafe is whatever you want it to be. There are comfy sofas, tables and chairs, coffee machines, a kitchen stocked with everything. There's a pool outside, a bbq area, an annexe with comfy beds for a quiet sleep, tv, dvd, books and whatever else you would like to have here. Most of all, it's a place to meet friends and fellow travellers for a bit of company. Talk over problems, tell jokes, share your day, escape into a world of your making. Grab a coffee and pull up a chair ... So, with a nod to the wonderful Carole King (Hard Rock Cafe) ... Now if you're feeling just a little bit lonely Don't sit at home just mopin' Come on down to where the friendship flows freely You know the door is always open At the BB cafe Come to the BB cafe They will help keep your blues at bay At the BB cafe Important Message from ModSupport: The main intention of the BB Cafe is to encourage light conversation. Please look after your fellow community members by nuturing the BB Cafe as a place to escape some of the more pressing issues in life and save those conversations for personal threads.

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Nikki_24 Would anyone else like a new friend? I do!
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Hey guys, i've seen a few others posting about looking for friends but they have a few replies already so i thought i'd start a new one. I'm a tad bit lonely as i only have a few close friends but i don't get to see them often, and i also don't reall... View more

Hey guys, i've seen a few others posting about looking for friends but they have a few replies already so i thought i'd start a new one. I'm a tad bit lonely as i only have a few close friends but i don't get to see them often, and i also don't really get to talk to them/don't feel too comfortable talking to them about things personal to me, like when i'm having a hard time. I would really like to make a friend who i can get to know deeply and support, and in return share about myself and feel supported. I find it quite hard to do this sometimes when everyone is so busy with life! I've been feeling quite isolated lately and am really craving deep connection with people who are understanding and kind. So if anyone is in the same boat as me, hit me up! Here's a bit about me: I'm in my 20s, love the beach, skating, gym, reading. I'm at uni studying psychology. I'm very introverted - probably too introverted for my own good, i want to have friends but then also want to spend time by myself...bit of a stitch up haha I think I'll leave it at that for now...also happy new year

Whatsinaname Happy new year!
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Hi everyone, Just want to wish you all a very happy new year. I have a little toddler so I won't see it to 12, but I hope everyone has a good night no matter what they are doing!

Hi everyone, Just want to wish you all a very happy new year. I have a little toddler so I won't see it to 12, but I hope everyone has a good night no matter what they are doing!

Centaured Music zone
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Music gets me through. I'm sure it helps you too. Here's a space to talk about your likes and dislikes, favourite genres, bands, songs etc. And now live music is starting up some state, we can share the gigs too. Or make one of our own in this space.... View more

Music gets me through. I'm sure it helps you too. Here's a space to talk about your likes and dislikes, favourite genres, bands, songs etc. And now live music is starting up some state, we can share the gigs too. Or make one of our own in this space. Crank up the bass and blast those tunes huh

Bowie_Fandom_64 Looking For Friends :)
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Hello everyone! I'm Bowie_Fandom_64, and I'm looking for friends! I would love to chat with and get to know knew people, so here's some facts about me! -I play the ukulele -I LOVE listening to music -I have a cat and 5 goldfish -I love reading, writi... View more

Hello everyone! I'm Bowie_Fandom_64, and I'm looking for friends! I would love to chat with and get to know knew people, so here's some facts about me! -I play the ukulele -I LOVE listening to music -I have a cat and 5 goldfish -I love reading, writing and art -I want to study criminology -I'm Pansexual So yeah, i would love to get to know you and make friends! :))

BlueArt Sending Christmas Cards
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Hi everyone! Not sure if I'm in the right spot but thought I'd post in here just in case. So Christmas is coming up and I know how hard it can be for some people, those who are lonely or separated from their family this year. I wanted to send out Chr... View more

Hi everyone! Not sure if I'm in the right spot but thought I'd post in here just in case. So Christmas is coming up and I know how hard it can be for some people, those who are lonely or separated from their family this year. I wanted to send out Christmas cards to people to help brighten spirits and just give that little bit of kindness this year. I have seen in other countries services that have people sign up and send out Christmas cards to those on a list so you get their name etc and then send them out, but I can't seem to find anywhere in Australia that does this. Have you guys heard of any services like this in Aus, preferably QLD? Or know of another way I can send some out? Edit. I am also considering calling nursing homes to see if they have any residents who don't receive anything at Christmas time

the_black_rabbit Vine quotes
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on this thread, Post a quote/dialogue from your favourite vine. This can be what they’ve said and what they did. thanks and have fun ”I’m going to Disney World on October 1st, so if you wanna come on down, come on down”

on this thread, Post a quote/dialogue from your favourite vine. This can be what they’ve said and what they did. thanks and have fun ”I’m going to Disney World on October 1st, so if you wanna come on down, come on down”

Delectable Looking to discuss St Petersburg heritage
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Hello, I am deeply attracted to St Petersburg, the canals, architecture and food draw me in...would love to learn more about this wonderful place while we cannot travel.

Hello, I am deeply attracted to St Petersburg, the canals, architecture and food draw me in...would love to learn more about this wonderful place while we cannot travel.

Scooter321 Helpful exercise
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Hi everyone, new to this forum. I used to use exercise as an outlet / way to stay in a good, positive place. Used to enjoy doing fun runs, normally 10km, with a couple of half marathons thrown in. Also started open water swimming. haven’t exercised f... View more

Hi everyone, new to this forum. I used to use exercise as an outlet / way to stay in a good, positive place. Used to enjoy doing fun runs, normally 10km, with a couple of half marathons thrown in. Also started open water swimming. haven’t exercised for a while though. Need to get back in to it as I find it really does help me. what does everyone else do, exercise wise, to stay in a positive place?

OffMyTrain Drinking BOOZE because of lockdown stress
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Hi, I'd like to know how many are doing the same, started drinking alcohol to beat the lockdown blues? Also it is even harder to get appropriate care in this situation , so I'm drinking more and more. Max

Hi, I'd like to know how many are doing the same, started drinking alcohol to beat the lockdown blues? Also it is even harder to get appropriate care in this situation , so I'm drinking more and more. Max

Jolly_Chaplin Piano playing. Favourite songs?
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Hey everyone. Chris here. Comment what you enjoy most about piano and the learning tools you use. This is a thread for any musos out there

Hey everyone. Chris here. Comment what you enjoy most about piano and the learning tools you use. This is a thread for any musos out there