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Living and loving someone with MI presents relationship challenges and often others cannot see why we chose to stay with our partners.
Being mindful of not intruding on others stories I thought having a thread where we can share tips and encourage one another would be of value.
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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor
Thanks @Determined 💕
What started into a not-good day with my hubby got rescued to a bittersweet one this afternoon, thanks to my beautiful D(daughter)1.
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DeterminedSenior Contributor
Thinking of you @Faith-and-Hope
Sucky day here also. :bomb:💥
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Unknown userMember
Bless D1 @Faith-and-Hope
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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor
Hugs @Determined ....
@Former-Member she is a blessing ❣️
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Unknown userMember
@Former-Member
Thinking of you.
@PeppiPatty @Maryjune How are you going?
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Unknown userMember
Thanks @Former-Member 💕
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@Jacob2019
There are a few of us who support our partners and we often use this discussion to get advice from each other. Please feel free to join in 😀.
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Shaz51Senior Contributor
hello @Differentlife , @Determined , @Faith-and-Hope , @Former-Member , @Former-Member , @Jacob2019 
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DeterminedSenior Contributor
Morning @Shaz51
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Shaz51Senior Contributor
afternoon @Determined , @Former-Member , @Former-Member , @Differentlife , @Differentlife
I have been awake since 1am
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Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
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.
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