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In this Topic Tuesday we will have SANE's very own Digital Content Producer as our guest, talking about how we can work with our online world in the best way to support our health.
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In response to: Topic Tuesday//Designing your online world//Tues. 16 Jan. 7pm - 9pm AEDT
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It's such a temptation, isn't it, @Lonely_Together? I do the same. Get into a conversation then watch it spread and fill up my notifications. Gah!
In response to: Topic Tuesday//Designing your online world//Tues. 16 Jan. 7pm - 9pm AEDT
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@Former-MemberI hardly watch the news anymore and have stopped following all the news pages on facebook. There are just too many triggers there. I have very little friends on facebook and don't really use much other social media. When I am struggling, I find staying connected to SANE forum helps. In sayig that when I am extremely distressed close my laptop and use my strategies I need to use in order to stay safe.
Besides professionals or my hubby, I don't speak to anyone IRL. I hardly see my friends anymore, pushed them all away.
In response to: Topic Tuesday//Designing your online world//Tues. 16 Jan. 7pm - 9pm AEDT
Lonely_TogetherContributor
@Phoenix_RisingIt's certainly not cool if you're not prepared for it or haven't agreed to it! But I've found it can be quite empowering to own & share my story - I just need to be very considered in how I do that. And mindful that references to that presentation can exist way beyond when the actual speaking is over...
In response to: Re: Topic Tuesday//Designing your online world//Tues. 16 Jan. 7pm - 9pm AEDT
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Turning off triggery stimulus is such a wise move, @Former-Member. The Forums are such a terrific place to be when other parts of the net are stressful.
In response to: Topic Tuesday//Designing your online world//Tues. 16 Jan. 7pm - 9pm AEDT
DeterminedSenior Contributor
Part of hiding I have to admit is due to feeling insignificant and failing due to current life circumstances. Currently jobless and no confidence about changing that any time soon + little positives to share on the family front. Fear of Stigma and judgement being a biggie.
In response to: Topic Tuesday//Designing your online world//Tues. 16 Jan. 7pm - 9pm AEDT
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Connection is so important, @Phoenix_Rising -- it's one of the things the online world is so good at. Glad you're coming back.
In response to: Re: Topic Tuesday//Designing your online world//Tues. 16 Jan. 7pm - 9pm AEDT
Phoenix_RisingSenior Contributor
@Lonely_Together Yep, it was a learning experience for me. I had no issue at all standing up and sharing my story at the conference, but it hadn't occurred to me that my name would be immortalized in that way on the internet!
In response to: Re: Topic Tuesday//Designing your online world//Tues. 16 Jan. 7pm - 9pm AEDT
DeterminedSenior Contributor
I have found sane forums invaluable for connecting with people, being able to share anonymously makes it so much easier to be honest. Also people with shared experiences are so much more understanding.
In response to: Re: Topic Tuesday//Designing your online world//Tues. 16 Jan. 7pm - 9pm AEDT
Unknown userMember
@Determinedcouldn't agree with you more. Exaclty how I feel
In response to: Re: Topic Tuesday//Designing your online world//Tues. 16 Jan. 7pm - 9pm AEDT
Unknown userMember
So great to hear, @Determined. Finding people who understand is a bit magic, I think.
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