FORUMS

Connect with people who understand what you are going through, seek advice and surround yourself with support. We're free, anonymous, and professionally moderated 24/7.

  • 47,612Members
  • 1,358,869Posts
  • 1,400,000Visitors
Something’s not right

Alone and struggling

outlanderSenior Contributor

Alone and struggling

i am struggling that i have no one to turn to when i need help, when i just want to go out, when i want to discuss a shared interest even something as simple as watching a tv show we both like and gossiping about it.

it sounds childish as i write this but everything i do is by myself. i live alone, have no friends, i work by myself due to the nature of my job and it being 1:1 supports.

i feel like alot of my friends on the forums are also not here either which is probably a good thing but it all feels different.

i guess im just having a day where im missing everyone who is important to me

56 replies

1 - 10 of 56
12...6

In response to: Alone and struggling

Unknown userMember

Re: Alone and struggling

Hello @outlander. I hear you are struggling right now. I'm sorry you feel so alone, it can be hard when we don't have m others around us to share things with.

I'm around if you'd like to chat about anything, there's always an ear here to listen 😊

In response to: Re: Alone and struggling

outlanderSenior Contributor

Re: Alone and struggling

i think im just tired @Former-Member
i am tryingto manage intense hallucinations the last few days mixed with chronic pain and some irritations from surgery. im wearing out and ive only been back at work for 2 weeks

In response to: Re: Alone and struggling

Unknown userMember

Re: Alone and struggling

@outlander that can be tough especially that you are only still getting used to being back at work. I hope things ease for you soon.

In response to: Re: Alone and struggling

outlanderSenior Contributor

Re: Alone and struggling

im probably doing to much at work to soon causing more irritation on the internal organs @Former-Member i had my review the other day and got all my results which has said there was alot more work to do when they go in there then first expected.
i dont really even enjoy working anymore but its beter then siting at home alone all day i guess

In response to: Re: Alone and struggling

Unknown userMember

Re: Alone and struggling

@outlander are you able to cut back on your hours a bit while you are still recovering? I know you only just started back but maybe your body isn't quite up for too much just yet. I'm sorry that you don't enjoy working anymore, is there an option to look for something different to do for work?

In response to: Re: Alone and struggling

outlanderSenior Contributor

Re: Alone and struggling

i cant drop back to many hours as im out of sick leave @Former-Member im doing the easier shifts but starting to lift more walking frames etc
i dont really want to stop helping people but i am to tired and unmotivated to change careers to be honest. at least right now anyway. its a struggle to look after myself let alone others

In response to: Re: Alone and struggling

Unknown userMember

Re: Alone and struggling

@outlander that's hard when you are out of sick leave. Are you able to talk to them and let them know you are struggling with overdoing it, maybe they can put you on lighter duties for a while?

I worry about you burning yourself out and your recovery is going to take longer cos of it.

In response to: Re: Alone and struggling

AppleblossomSenior Contributor

Re: Alone and struggling

Hugs @outlander

I only saw your posts now and you have probably logged off.

please know I respect your courage and commitment

you persevere despite challenges

it is really hard to live without supportive friends and family. It’s hard to connect when dealing with physical and mental health issues. You are doing all the right things.

wishing there is a change for the good soon…

In response to: Re: Alone and struggling

outlanderSenior Contributor

Re: Alone and struggling

im already on the lightest duties as possible @Former-Member like working nights, minimal bending or lifting. i think my job is alread in jeopardy as it is. ive lost so much work and theyve replaced me with all but one of my clients now. if i complain or ask for more light duties i think ill be out of a job

i am so burnt out. burnt out in everything i do. i struggle to even get out of bed. if im not at work then im in bed. i have no motivation or enjoyment for life

In response to: Re: Alone and struggling

outlanderSenior Contributor

Re: Alone and struggling

thank you @Appleblossom everything is hard at the moment
1 - 10 of 56
12...6

SANE Forums is published by SANE with funding from the Australian Government Department of Health.

SANE Forums does not provide crisis support.
If you need immediate assistance, please see available crisis services.

Learn more about SANE and SANE services at sane.org

Back to top
SANE logo
Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care NSQDMH Accreditation logo

Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.

Donate Now
Aboriginal flag
Torres Strait Islander flag
LGBT flag
Transgender flag

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.

Back to top
SANE logo
Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care NSQDMH Accreditation logo

Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.

Donate Now
Aboriginal flag
Torres Strait Islander flag
LGBT flag
Transgender flag

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.

SANE is a public company limited by guarantee and registered tax-exempt charity with DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status.

Charity ABN 92 006 533 606. Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible. SANE, PO Box 1226, Carlton VIC 3053.