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New and lost...

Yowie212Casual Contributor

New and lost...

I'm new to this site and have no idea what I'm doing... I'm Aboriginal, gay and have no family members to support me. I've recently lost all my friends and am struggling to find any sort of happiness in life.

I thought I would try looking for a safe space before I lose all hope. I am so far enjoying reading about the struggles other people are facing as I truly felt alone.

I don't understand how people can be so cruel to those just trying to live and be happy.

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In response to: New and lost...

JynxModerator

Re: New and lost...

@Yowie212 hi!!

Welcome, so glad to have you with us 😁

Oh I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It can feel like your whole world has been torn down hey!!

I hope you find some nice connections here, you can come hang out in the Easter Hangout Space this weekend, or you can check out Yarning Space to meet some more mob!

Hope you find what you're looking for here!!

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Till23Senior Contributor

Re: New and lost...

Hi @Yowie212 and welcome to the forums

It's a bit of a rabbit warren on the forums, but you've started in a good place

There is a Yarning Space for mob, but you can post wherever you feel comfortable.

I have met a few other mob on the forums, there may be more but I just haven't realised

There is also a range of sexual orientations that I have noticed on the forums

I find it an inclusive and supportive place

There are also many people who feel as though they are alone, many seem to have formed good friends on the forums and there is a range of discussions

I hope you find support and virtual companionship on the forums

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