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I'm, new today

ArjaySenior Contributor26 Oct 2016, 12:31 pm AEDT

I'm, new today

Hi everyone I have just registered I suffer Major depression diagnose back in 94. One day I'll write my whole story. I am finding it hard at the moment, I saw my psychiatrist yesterday and mentioned this forum and he agreed it would be good to join and share. I just want a bit more motivation, at the moment I list the things I want to do in the day and try to work my wat throufg them. I usually feel satisfied at the end of the day if I achieved them. (This wasn't on my list!!) Anyway I'll try to read and help out where I can and take on board improvements I can make from your experiences. Thankyou for reading.

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ArjaySenior Contributor31 Oct 2016, 9:39 am AEDT

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We had some technical issues with my ability to post, so thought I'd comment again.
Today is "okay" just have that "blank" feeling every now and then. tomorrow my wife comes home after a few weeks away so hopefully that will help some.

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Unknown userMember31 Oct 2016, 9:59 am AEDT

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Hiya @Arjay
Welcome to the forums. I hope that you'll find the support that your looking for. It's helped me a great deal. And it does help with motivation. We tend to try to help each other along to achieve our goals even if it is just having a shower. 💜😊

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Unknown userMember31 Oct 2016, 12:01 pm AEDT

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Hello @Arjay,

A big warm welcome from me to the forums, I look forward to getting to know you,

That is really great that you are being motivated to find some new ways of coping when things have been hard of late, what things in the past have you tried that have helped you through other difficult times as you mentioned you have suffered major depression since 94?

Self-care is extremely important, thats great you write lists and tick them off, makes the day less overwhelming. Are you currently linked with a counsellor or psychologist to chat about your feelings?

Lunar 🙂

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ArjaySenior Contributor31 Oct 2016, 12:59 pm AEDT

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Thanks @Former-Member , @Former-Member. Of late my mental health has been well managed with all sorts of professional help. I'll write my story some time as there is so much I would love to say. As for other things that have helped I think doing an activity you really like is healthy, being with my kids and now my grandchildren too is wonderful. Helping others in any way is also something that helps me.
Look after yourself.

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utopiaSenior Contributor31 Oct 2016, 1:01 pm AEDT

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Hi @Arjay.
So glad you felt comfortable posting on this site.
We are a supportive, non judgemental group. Have a look around the SANE Forum. You may find some posts that resonate with you. Feel free to write on other posts and join in the conversations.
There are many of us here who live with depression.

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