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

Really wobbly

frogSenior Contributor20 Aug 2017, 1:54 pm AEST

Really wobbly

Any advice and suggestions about how to stay grounded and do self care much appreciated. I have some big stressors in my life right now. That combined with Bipolar 1 and Anxiety is really knocking me around. Trying to sell home as result of marriage breakdown, pay debts, find new home. My daughter (who is my main support) is leaving home (can't blame her). I have a young son to look after and I'm trying to protect him from the strain of the situation. All this is coming off the back of a mixed episode, which has recently been replaced by plumetting mood and skyrocketing anxiety. I am teary and on the verge of panic and need to talk myself down - there's noone else to do it. The future is scaring me.

952 replies

401 - 410 of 952

1...40 41 42...96

In response to: Really wobbly

outlanderSenior Contributor10 Jan 2019, 8:41 pm AEDT

Re: Really wobbly

@frog 💚💚💚

In response to: Re: Really wobbly

Shaz51Senior Contributor10 Jan 2019, 9:08 pm AEDT

Re: Really wobbly

what`s up my @frog

here for you xx

In response to: Re: Really wobbly

frogSenior Contributor11 Jan 2019, 7:50 am AEDT

Re: Really wobbly

Thanks @Shaz51 @outlander

Work is not good, and I'm having trouble with emotional regulation and letting go. Needless to say, very happy it's Friday. How are you? One of my goals for the day is to make it to Friday Feast. Maybe see you there.

In response to: Re: Really wobbly

Shaz51Senior Contributor11 Jan 2019, 5:03 pm AEDT

Re: Really wobbly

that will be good My @frog xx

Hello @outlander, @Bunniekins, @CheerBear, @Zoe7

In response to: Re: Really wobbly

frogSenior Contributor03 Feb 2019, 12:42 pm AEDT

Re: Really wobbly

Here's a good news story @outlander @Bunniekins @Shaz51 @Zoe7 @CheerBear @utopia @MDT @outlander @dazedanais @Mazarita @Faith-and-Hope @Wanderer @Former-Member @soul @eth @Adge @Appleblossom and all you lovely people

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-01-30/blue-trees-help-start-conversation-around-depression/10761866

In response to: Re: Really wobbly

MDTSenior Contributor03 Feb 2019, 12:46 pm AEDT

Re: Really wobbly

Very good article @frog
Ive been having a rough time the past few weeks. This reminded me that's it okay to feel this way. After having done this sort of work before in mental health awareness I can say I've done something good.
🙂

In response to: Re: Really wobbly

BunniekinsSenior Contributor03 Feb 2019, 12:47 pm AEDT

Re: Really wobbly

@frog you know what frog it is a good news story but I wish the same amount of good publicity went into those people with schizo disorders as does depression .... it is a start and a much needed conversation but the only stories you hear about people suffering from schizo are negative ones .... just upsets the pea 😞

In response to: Re: Really wobbly

ethSenior Contributor03 Feb 2019, 12:49 pm AEDT

Re: Really wobbly

Hi @frog thanks for sharing that.

@Bunniekins I agree with you about stigma about other forms of mental health issue.

In response to: Re: Really wobbly

Zoe7Senior Contributor03 Feb 2019, 12:56 pm AEDT

Re: Really wobbly

A heartlifting news story @frog Thanks for sharing.

...and yes I agree with @Bunniekins @eth that there is not enough done re the media for other mental illnesses. The conversation seems to be a more difficult one for some reason - maybe it is that stigma still attached to other forms of MI and maybe it is also that not enough people share their stories openly - whatever the reason there is a real hole in reporting and awareness.

In response to: Re: Really wobbly

ethSenior Contributor03 Feb 2019, 12:57 pm AEDT

Re: Really wobbly

Chicken and egg there @Zoe7

401 - 410 of 952

1...40 41 42...96

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

Aboriginal flag

Torres Strait Islander 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.

Aboriginal flag

Torres Strait Islander 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.