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FrangipanisNew Contributor
Hi Everyone,
I’ve just joined this forum to try & learn from other people with a lived experience of Mental Illness.
This forum is very ‘New’ territory for me & I am nervous, anxious & hoping that I feel ‘safe’ in these forums.
Thanks for accepting me into this ‘safe’ space 🙋🏼♀️
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Ru-beeModerator
Hi @Frangipanis
Welcome to the forums, I'm so glad that you've found this space and have been brave enough to make your first post!
I really hope that this can also be a safe space for you to connect, it's really lovely to e-meet you!
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SnowieSenior Contributor
Hi @Frangipanis
Welcome to the Sane forums. I remember I was very nervous and scared when I first joined. It has worked out to be such a supportive place for me.
I too have a lived experience of mental illness.
Would you like to start with telling us a bit about yourself.
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SkySeeker22Senior Contributor
Hi @Frangipanis
Welcome to the SANE forums and well done on making your first post.
Its totally normal to feel nervous and anxious when making a big step and reaching out to total strangers, but everyone here on the forums are very supportive and friendly, so hopefully it isn't too daunting for you.
Feel free to share as much or as little as you are comfortable in doing so here, its amazing how even the smallest things can connect people and lead to bigger and deeper conversations.
Warm regards
SkySeeker22
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MJG017Senior Contributor
Hi @Frangipanis, welcome to the forum. I remember very well how hard it was reaching out for the first time, even in just an online forum. It took me decades before I did it and it has helped me a lot so I hope it can do the same for you.
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defaultusernameSenior Contributor
Hi @Frangipanis,
Welcome to the Forum and I hope that you can find it to be a safe and welcoming space. Good on you for joining and making your first post, I know how daunting it can be.
It is such a beautiful community, full of supportive people who understand what it's like to have a lived/living experience of mental health challenges. So, I'm sure you'll be right at home soon enough! 😊
Hope to hear from you soon.
P.s. Love your username! 🌺
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