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This is a poem I wrote for the loved ones who saw me at my worst. My very very worst. They took the brunt of the illness and stood by my side the entire time even though my anger, sadness, confusion and rage inadvertantly hurt them. It is proof that
I polish all the tools and skills I am armed with, to know that the feelings are only visitors. They come and go, even on days where I feel like they've made themselves at home and seem ready to move in. 'They are only here for a short stay.', I whisper i
Thought I'd just pop in and introduce myself🙂Not really sure what to say, I'm not great with words, but here goes.I have been a depressive girl since I was little, I wasn't diagnosed back then but looking back I can Definatly see that that's when it start
People have been very forthcoming in sharing their lived experience/s of mental health...thank-you I thought is might be fun to share another side of ourselves, perhaps a side that people might not know, or just random facts about ourselves. 'Cause I
The New Year is nearly upon us and I am not one for making any resolutions..but I do know learning to enjoy time with others was crucial to my wellness and continues to be so..Wondering if anyone else has thoughts on friendship, community and being at hom
Hi everyone! We want you to get involved in SANE Australia's Book of the Year award. Has a book on mental health made a difference to your life? SANE Australia wants to hear your suggestions for its Book of the Year. If you've read a mental health-relat
Hi all,Maybe it is only me but Christmas can be very stressful for me.Some years I am completely ambivalent and other years I love it.This year I am not sure how/when/where to celebrate . I can get very stressed navigating which parent and/or which side o
Anyone stumped for activities do over Xmas? There's a few things to do here and there, but I'm sure there are things to do that some of us aren't aware of that others might know about. If you know of anything going on in your city/region pleas
So the silly season is fast approaching. Before we know it'll be here and we'll be in the new year.... Where does time go?! So to get into the spirit, I thought I'd start something light. I mean, the festive season is about enjoying time with others, righ
Hi all,I thought this might be of interest to some at least. I'm intrigued by the AMHP - I haven't heard all of the policy statement but I like and agree with what I've seen Cheers, Kristin
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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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