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Hi I'm Clare. Late 30s. I live in Central West NSW - anyone else from that area? I have depression, anxiety, ptsd and some alcohol issues. I also have lots of friends, an awesome cat, a few degrees, a house and enjoy reading, travel, music, good cha
I suppose I should put a trigger warning here as this discusses suicide and trauma. i was diagnosed with PTSD early in the year after an incident at work. I used to be a recovery support worker for a not for profit mental health association. I was
I'm feel good for the first time in a long time.... Today is 3 years since I came out as *insert my name* Coming out as trans was the best thing I've done for myself. 3 years down the road and I'm so proud of myself. It's also bee
Here's a good saying: “You never know who you are until you find out who the real you is”. What it means is when your life gets turned upside down you'll discover just how strong you really are,how brave you are and how resourceful you are to fight
I recently separated from my ex after a rough 6 months.Despite my constant prodding and reminding, he did not seek help for his depression during this time. And as a result, our relationship was neglected and my mental health started to be affected as wel
Okay so this could be my cycle of my bi polar two speaking but I am curious how you make it work? So if you are bi polar type two and hold down a job. How do you make it work? Do you exercise in the morning? Then, go off to work? What about when you get t
I've been off the forum for some time. trying to make up for it by doing a bit of posting. No job. Just studying at the moment. Feeling triumphant because I managed to politely decline an invite to celebrate Xmas. That day and I do not mix. Also. Ne
Who else finds it impossible to maintain relationships?? I try so so hard with people, i just must be lacking somehow because people just do not like me. For example:# I work with a heap of women who have kids my kids age. We webt to uni together and used
This is my first post as I am new to this site. Thank you so much for accepting me. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to read this and understands my journey. It's not easy to be open but here goes. i was diagnosed with depression 9 years ago. I ha
Obviously getting desperate but have read about light therapy and it’s usefulness. Has anyone had any experience with this?? Thanks in anticipation of replies.
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