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Taking a break from the forums

ArizonaSenior Contributor16 Oct 2021, 3:53 am AEDT

Taking a break from the forums

I'm taking a break from these forums. I'm not sure how long I will need. I'm just letting you know in case you are wondering where I am.

I'm not sure if these forums are right for me. I'm not sure if an online environment is right for me. Maybe I need to connect with people in real life.

I don't feel like I fit in here. I can't relate to most of the people here. It makes me feel alone. I don't like the way the forums are run. It feels too oppressive for me. It doesn't feel like an online forum. It feels like a mental health program that is run by the government.

Okay, that's all I'm going to say.

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Zoe7Senior Contributor17 Oct 2021, 8:57 am AEDT

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Sorry to hear the way you feel here @Arizona but know there is always a place here for you and if you decide to return then I hope you find it. Take care, do what you need and we will be here if/when you come back

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frogSenior Contributor17 Oct 2021, 11:15 am AEDT

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Thinking of you @Arizona It's good that you are making conscious decisions about what is right for you.

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ArizonaSenior Contributor17 Oct 2021, 12:35 pm AEDT

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Hi @Zoe7 and @frog

Thank you for your kind words.

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ArizonaSenior Contributor17 Oct 2021, 12:51 pm AEDT

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Zoe7Senior Contributor17 Oct 2021, 1:00 pm AEDT

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Hi again @Arizona I think a lot of us feel at times that we don't fit in but that is infact once thing that actually makes us all fit in here. I acknowledge though that you feel this way here too and whilst I cannot change your feelings on that I would say that you contribute a lot here and it seems a space you can write to get things out. I do have a question for you - and you do not have to answer - what is it that you would like to get for yourself from the forum? Is it connection, a place to unload, a place to feel safe, a place to find yourself....

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ArizonaSenior Contributor17 Oct 2021, 5:29 pm AEDT

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Hi @Zoe7

I tried replying but it was too difficult for me. I'm sorry.

I just need to take a break.

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Unknown userMember17 Oct 2021, 5:57 pm AEDT

Re: Taking a break from the forums

Hi there @Arizona,

We are always open to working with members to help use the forums in a way that benefits them and the rest of the community. Taking time to process and reflect is a good idea, and know that if you would like to talk more about this you are always welcome to email us directly at team@saneforums.org.

Take care,

Sphinxly 😀

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Zoe7Senior Contributor17 Oct 2021, 6:02 pm AEDT

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No need to be sorry at all @Arizona If you need a break then take it but I offer you my time when I am here to tag me anytime - listening and here for you

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ArizonaSenior Contributor17 Oct 2021, 6:21 pm AEDT

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Eve7Senior Contributor17 Oct 2021, 10:13 pm AEDT

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I will miss you @Arizona but I understand that you need to do what is best for you right now.

Take care 💜

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