oceangirlSenior Contributor
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I thought I would start a new discussion/thread for us to check in, and especially when needing extra support. I hope this helps 😃
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MDTSenior Contributor
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It's just a balance of health and career prospects @oceangirl
which can be hard
which can be hard
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oceangirlSenior Contributor
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Thats not easy @MDT . What career path do you hope to take?
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Ali11Senior Contributor
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Thinking of you @oceangirl, is there someone you can talk to about your anxiety?
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MDTSenior Contributor
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Government or think tanks @oceangirl
But a colleague from old is increasingly critical of me. Keeps saying that I have potential but then keeps putting me down. Idk. Maybe it's just their view really.
But a colleague from old is increasingly critical of me. Keeps saying that I have potential but then keeps putting me down. Idk. Maybe it's just their view really.
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oceangirlSenior Contributor
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I went to see my GP but it was not much help for me @Ali11 . Not sure what she can do or what I should discuss with her- everyone says just to be open and honest. I am honest but its not easy to talk about something like this re mental illness
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oceangirlSenior Contributor
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Do you have specific area of work in mind (Government)? I am not sure what a think tank entails- is it a project officer? I would be confused too- perhaps it might be worthwhile talking to them about this and tell them how you feel. I am not good with stuff like this but I am learning to stand up for myself. Your friend should be supporting you. Keep going mate. Work on learning to sell yourself and getting along with others- it does help. @MDT
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oceangirlSenior Contributor
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Hi @Faith-and-Hope
I'm really struggling tonight not coping too well at all. Not sure what to do unfortuantely. I think my depression is on the way back. I saw GP today not much help. My anxiety is quite moderate atm I wouldn't say severe but its hard to cope with.
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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor
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Maybe try some simple
things first @oceangirl . Classical
usic has apparently been proven to lower anxiety. Can you find some piano, flute, harp, violin, or something, music to listen to ?
Herbal teas can also help
settle symptoms.
A hot shower is another one I use when things have been grrrrr around here.
Who have you seen about your depression before ?
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Ali11Senior Contributor
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It can be quite difficult to talk to someone @oceangirl, why do you think that it is? A GP is a good one to talk to as they'll be able to process the information to help you.
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oceangirlSenior Contributor
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@Faith-and-Hope I needed some reassurance atm- I feel like crying but don't feel safe. I have the radio on in the background.I have mainly seen specialist (Psych) for my depression & my hospital admissions to Sydney. I've had the depression since late 2012 but not offically diagnosed until I went into hospital into Sydney (2014).
Its getting frustrating for me but more that I can't seem to function as I would like to. I think the WLS has affected me too. I am struggling to eat & drink. I think the surgery is playing a part in me feeling low- I don't know who to talk to about this.
I do go out after midday today- I went and picked up Bullfrogs special diet & medication. I then went to the chemist and did self help health assessment- weight, blood pressure, body composition etc, and after that I went and got a small sushi roll and then sat down by the water, that was nice. But I was still anxious. I then went to see my GP but I found it hard to talk to her. I have speciaist appointment/s next week- surgeon and psych. And I have rebooked to see GP.
In a little bit I will make a peppermint tea it might settle my stomach and then take a nice long warm shower....
