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What does 'FUN' look like to you? Backstory: Our dear member @Oaktree wanted a 'fun and active' thread. After deliberating a little, the question came up, "What does 'FUN' actually mean?" So here we are: Fun c
Just curious to pick at everyone's brains here.Anything you guys use that you think isn't mentioned a lot?I think one of mine would probably be the use of pressure? I like wrapping my knuckles in fabric firmly. Comforting for me heh I also like using
Due to my worsening MH, I am becoming unable to keep on top of normal "life" things like paying bills, or attending appointments.Of crouse, I'm trying to seek help from psychologists/psychiatrists, but to be honest just don't like doing that kind of stuff
I've struggled in the past to keep busy. To keep my mind ticking over. There's a few different reasons to this, which I'm sure I'll share when the time is right. For now, I'd rather talk about the steps I've made lately toward becoming a happier
Hey, folks. I hope you're doing okay. I really need support, advice, insights... or whatever comes to mind when you read about my situation.TL;DR: I am dealing with several mental illnesses and a physical disability, but I feel pressure to be happy around
I recently started back on medication specifically anxiety medication for the first time in years I wanted to write about the journey for me and maybe track my progress by writing about how its going. it might help someone else who’s considering
Hi 👋 I suppose Iam looking for recommendations or advice. Over my years I have experienced all sorts of abuse, physical, sexual, emotional and spiritual. I have been through some very scary situations. It was suggested to me that I may have complex PTSD..
I’m just sitting enjoying the sun on our back deck, wondering what others do in times of stress to kinder reset? Theres a lot going on for me and my household at the moment nothing horrible or major, just general busyness which is weighing on my mind
I find I am a point in my MH journey where I am feeling that I could manage it a bit better. The problem is time and energy.I've taken a few days off and had long weekends. Undoubtedly my MH improves when I have more time to invest in looking after it and
I can't believe how I am feeling. It feels amazing. I feel like I am sparkling space dust typing this message. But in all seriousness my emotions are rapidly shifting now that I am feeling again after years of being on the wrong medication which just made
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Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
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