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Newbie's Social Club - Come make some friends!

Newbie's Social Club - Come make some friends!

Hey Forumites!!

This is a space for members new and old, to gather around and help make our newer members feel welcome!

We've all been newbies ourselves at some point, and can empathise with how incredibly daunting it can be entering a new space. A lot of folks have trouble even knowing where to start, and (even though we're in the midst of improving it all) we know the forums can be a tricky space to navigate - which can make it very difficult for newbies to be able to find their footing! On top of that, joining any established community means being 'the new kid on the block', and seeing others connecting easily with established relationships can sometimes feel like we aren't welcome, or that we need to 'break in' to the conversation somehow.

Well this space aims to alleviate that pressure and help facilitate some new connections! Whether you're brand new here or you've been here since the very beginning, you're welcome to come hang out, meet some new people, reconnect with others, and maybe even make a new friend!

We will try to tag new members as they join, so help us make them feel welcome!

Here's today's newest forumites:

@noodles1

@IndigOverwhelm

@Sam63

@Sosad01

@jsbpd

@JJll

@Andora

@riotgrrl

@HopeEverlasting

@Bellle

Feel free to tell us a little about yourself, what brought you to the forums, and what you're looking for here!

Tagging in our lovely bunch of Community Guides too! They're seasoned members who volunteer their time and energy towards making the forums a safe and welcoming place for everyone. We wouldn't have the community we do without their efforts and their passion! Feel free to reach out to them, they're always quite happy to help guide and support 😊

@Anastasia @BPDSurvivor @Eve7 @Faith-and-Hope @MDT @Judi9877 @outlander @Shaz51 @Snowie @wellwellwellnez @Zoe7

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Still alive! Its a bit depressing when you have to self diagnose and show your clinical psychologist what ASD and BPD can look like together when you have traits of both but not enough for a clear diagnoses to get NDIS supports. My kids level 2 ASD with ADHD which are both generally genetic.

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@Jynx

I did a 10-day bus tour of the Northern Territory, and it was back before they sealed off Uluru, and we were off to climb it. -- I did not go all the way up because of my balance but were able to touch and walk around

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Good afternoon all you beautiful souls 💗

Let's welcome some more of our wonderful newbies on the forum!

@Clayton @Chocolateangel @AlpineCrocodile @Fishpud1 @ZZen @Billie32 @WATTEURS @TotallySane08 @thebowerburg @Jaila @MISSJACQUELINER

What's everyone's plan for this weekend? Feel free to share a bit about yourselves as well 😊

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Thank you, @rav3n!

Looking to make some friends in Perth.

I am a 56 year old trans woman (post operative for 21 years) and am trying to rebuild my life after my husband of 22 years ended the relationship.

Life is complicated at the moment because neither of us can afford to find a new home, so it’s like I’m living with both my best friend and my worst enemy. Let me tell you, it’s a real mind freak.

Being trans and trying to ease into the dating scene again is not easy, especially at my age. Nor is starting over.

Running, hiking, kayaking are my passions, but so are my fur babies! My pugs are my sanity, my shoulder to cry on, and my bestest friends who love unconditionally and are always glad to see me.Gordon, 13 years old (Pug x Poodle)Karen, 2 years oldTrevor, 5 years old

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Evening, I'm a 35 yr old female (preferably NB) [edited by moderator] with a host of neurodivergency and a potential BPD diagnosis. (ADHD, ASD - PDA, CPTSD)

Been in a tumultuous relationship for the past 15 years whom I kicked out mid last year (where did the time go?!)

I enjoy sewing and permaculture. Have land, will grow things eventually!

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Hey @Jaila ,

Great to have you with us. It sounds like you are reaching out to get to know more people.

I'm hearing how hard things have been for you since your husband left, especially when it comes to finances and housing.

Just a quick note, that SANE Forums are anonymous forums. Hence, the photos uploaded could not be approved.

Also, the locations you posted on the forums means the post does not align with anonymity guidelines so they have been edited out. You can read these guidelines here: https://saneforums.org/t5/help/faqpage/title/community-guidelines

Whilst these forums are anonymous, it is an opportunity for you to feel less isolated in what you are going through. We work to provide connection, support and a sense of belonging in a peer-to-peer space.

What are some things you like to do in your free time? Your passions and interest?

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Hey @Toast89 ,

Welcome to the forums!

Thanks for sharing a little about yourself. How interesting in terms of your interests! I'm totally hopeless with growing things....or let's just say, I'm not interested - I'm not going to lie. As for sewing? What sort of stuff do you sew? I envy people who are good at sewing..

I have a diagnosis of BPD. It's certainly not easy. Hence I'm glad the community here can also connect with you.

Looking forward to hearing more.

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Atm it's just hand sewing but english paper piecing. Lots of cutting and glueing before sewing it all together! Not super confident on the machine yet but it's a fun little time killer.

Slowly making a quilt for my mum who's made so many for me.

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This week's been tough. Hit a bit of a slump. Went out with a friend for coffe this morning and that helped immensely.

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