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Hi SANE Forum Members How are you all? Even CEOs need some self care from time to time! Rolling into the Friday of a long weekend I’ve declared it’s time for ABCKids on the TV for the kids, 90’s hip hop (in some noise cancelling headph
I've heard numerous times that I need to make an effort to endure the undesirable elements of life; that I need to make more of an effort to enjoy myself; that I need to harden myself up to the ugliness of life... things of that nature. Basically, that I
I have been seeing a psychologist; we’ve had two sessions so far. We’ve covered a lot, including a test for a condition. I recently found a new job, and I start next week. My next psychologist’s appointment is in two weeks. My Mum says I should
Good news.I got a new job. I said that last time, didn’t I?Well, as a matter of fact, I got one offer and then I got an interview for another job. The same day I had the interview, I got the offer for a second job. I decided to take it. I start in seven d
I have exams starting tomorrow and I am going to fail all of them. That is a fact. My mental health took a downfall at the beginning of the semester and it did not stop it's descent. I thought I could handle and manage it on my own, like I have in th
I am trying to look after myself, I am. I am taking the week off of work to recoup after doing some rediculous hours that I agreed to.My partner and brother are supportive, mum is unwell but has my back.My diet could be better, not eating so much tak
So I had my review with my pain specialist/surgeon this morning. He has confirmed the diagnosis of Lumbar Facet Joint Dysfunction, along with the original Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction, I am like one of 10% of sufferers that have 2 sources of pain like thi
I just feel flat nothingness I went and did a whole big shop of grocieres after work for my entire family for the week and I don’t even have the energy to unpack them I just want to sit on the couch
Got a call today, there was a cancellation for a procedure this Friday and they were offering the slot to me as I was an urgent case. I organised payment etc so instead of waiting until August Im having it this Fridaay, which means potentially Ill be out
I hope I don’t write what I shouldn’t post. It’s a difficult subject. I just know every time I tackle shame from my past and disclose even though I am supported my head is like almost yelling telling me to resort to previous self harm behaviours. Though i
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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.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.
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