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Night Shift

MazaritaSenior Contributor23 Sept 2015, 4:13 am AEST

Night Shift

Since I am awake at 4am I thought I'd start this thread for those of us who have trouble sleeping and might find it helpful to have a place to go to chat. Whatever gets you through the night is alright.

To get the ball rolling, I'll just say that I enjoyed being part of the Topic Tuesday discussion tonight. I wish it was possible for these events to be weekly rather than monthly. Either way, thanks SANE and all the people I've met on here over recent months.

Edited June 2016 and February 2017: Night Shift is now open 24 hours a day. To join in, just click through to the last page of the thread at the top right of this post to get to the latest message.

Edited April 2017 and June 2017: For the sake of better communications between members here, I am adding that this thread is meant to be a caring, kind and gentle place of sharing. Humour is welcome, as long as its not unkindly directed towards other members. Hope your time in this chat thread is rewarding.

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ShimmerSenior Contributor17 Oct 2016, 2:28 pm AEDT

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Hi @TAB,

Sounds like there might have been a bit of a misunderstanding here recently. This can happen from time to time, especially with online communication! I just wanted to reiterate that we moderators are always here to encourage and support resolution of such issues between members, rather than asking people to leave the Forums. You're welcome to work towards this by speaking openly and considerately in threads, or alternatively to contact us if you would like some assistance behind the scenes here: team@saneforums.org

Thanks,

Shimmer

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AppleblossomSenior Contributor17 Oct 2016, 3:13 pm AEDT

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Not random @TAB Look back at the thread it was only a few days ago. I shared about sensitive history as I was trying to break down barriers, and prejudice. I have done that so not all is lost. Now I am convinced that your dig was deliberate, another of your crapola. I am used to being passed over in "Keepings off" wordplays, but at least you did respond to my direct request. We could have been on the same team, I certainly put the effort in.

Dont worry stay. I am thinking I have done enough, the forum is a far more vibrant and supportive place. It is getting to the time that I move on. I wont do it suddenly. I hope it happens in a good way.

You often bring up the I am "leaving" or being "thrown off". I actually supported you as being a loner.

I am also becoming more convinced that the biggest potstirrers usually cant take what they dish up .. not on the chin ... nah ah luv ... so I will be more immediately confrontational when I encounter them irl. I dont usually talk so Australian and I am getting bored with being expected to, having to use short words, and dealing with denial and being accused myself ...

Not had the luxury of mild anxiety or boredom. Always do my best to chip in. Probably honestly, I had far less support on here than I hoped. Any I got I reciprocated in spades. Thanks to all again. As it was when I was a lil kid .. everyone has lots of more important needs than I. Dont do a runner, mate, be a man and cop it on the chin ..

I will still keep a look out for those on the edges though ... they are the ones who need it most.

Nite nite

Apple

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BlueBaySenior Contributor17 Oct 2016, 3:27 pm AEDT

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Hi @Appleblossom

I hope you don't leave the forum - you have been a great support to me.

Take care xxoo

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TABSenior Contributor17 Oct 2016, 3:34 pm AEDT

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I'm not getting into a debate. I have heard you. @Appleblossom No hard feelings on my part, and never were.

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Unknown userMember17 Oct 2016, 3:39 pm AEDT

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My first words were "don't you dare leave the forum @Appleblossom " especially over this. I don't know what happened and don't want to get into this but I think I know what would have gone down from past experiences. I am not taking sides and don't want to see anyone leave. I just want to say please please stay. You mean the world to many of us. When times were hard a while ago it was you and @Sahara and often @pip & @utopia that kept the forums going with new members. I think for a few days it was just you. I noticed and was so grateful you were there when needed. You already know how much you mean to me here. I applaud you for standing up for yourself. 😊💜🤗💐

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Unknown userMember17 Oct 2016, 4:02 pm AEDT

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I'm very sorry conflict has happened here.
I had to rest for 15-20 min, it's been happening of late.
I'm perhaps not equipped to deal with conflict, and I'd like to say much...but I feel less is better.
I care for you both, as do many others here.
We all see eye to eye differently in life, but I dont think this makes anyone better or lesser than another.
I have thought of leaving quite a few times myself, but I know the forum keeps me away from where I was.
I honestly wish kindness to both of you.
@TAB @Apple blossom

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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor17 Oct 2016, 4:03 pm AEDT

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Everyone just needs to be respected .... lets just tread softly when sensitivities and vulnerabilities are involved .... we can all do this and not lose the culture we have gained here ....

Softly, softly ..... much valued .... much to lose ....

❤💐💕💜🌹☕🌷🐠💗✅💋

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KurraSenior Contributor17 Oct 2016, 9:18 pm AEDT

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Well peeps it's back to early nights for me so I can rise and shine at 4am tomorrow morning. That's OK though. I've had 5 wonderful days off.

I went to the supermarket and spent an absolute fortune today. Mind you I only do a really big shop every three to 4 weeks. I may buy milk or bread inbetween big shops but little else.
Hoping you all have a good day tomorrow and that it will also be a peaceful one. Back is giving me gyp but....... I'll blame it on the weather. 😆

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QueenieSenior Contributor17 Oct 2016, 9:24 pm AEDT

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Popping in briefly, I've got a bit of anxious ants in my pants sort of feeling tonight. Blasting music into my ears via my laptop... at the moment it's Coldplay.

Hello everyone 😄

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KurraSenior Contributor17 Oct 2016, 10:03 pm AEDT

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Hi @Queenie.
Want to talk about it?
Music helps but is tjat going to pull you through?
Just going to bed but once I've snuggled down I'll check in to see how you're going. OK?
Luv n Hugzzz 💕

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