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    J.W replied to the forum topic Starting a new blog in the group Group logoAspiring Writers 6 years, 3 months ago

    Thanks Mariko! :)

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    J.W posted a new activity comment 6 years, 3 months ago

    In reply to: J.W posted an update After a very difficult couple of days I made it to the doctors. It has been a very hard day but they referred me to the community mental health team and I am finally going to be assessed by a […] View

    Hey, I just went to the doctors, I said it was urgent and I needed support, and was very honest about everything I had been thinking and feeling lately, and answered their questions. They called another service to refer me, and I was accepted, and the community mental health people called me later that day for an assessment. I don’t think its…[Read more]

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    J.W posted a new activity comment 6 years, 3 months ago

    In reply to: J.W posted an update After a very difficult couple of days I made it to the doctors. It has been a very hard day but they referred me to the community mental health team and I am finally going to be assessed by a […] View

    Thank you Oli, I always appreciate your comments. You are a great help to so many people on this site, and have made me feel less alone!

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    J.W replied to the forum topic What's your blog? in the group Group logoBloggers Unites! 6 years, 3 months ago

    https://sadpotate.wordpress.com I blog about depression. Its for sufferers, carers, and friends.

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    J.W started the forum topic Starting a new blog in the group Group logoAspiring Writers 6 years, 3 months ago

    After a year of not writing (writing short stories and YA fiction used to be my passion), I have started a blog about mental health, to pass the time while I am in bed. I feel like I have achieved something! Would […]

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    J.W posted an update 6 years, 3 months ago

    After a very difficult couple of days I made it to the doctors. It has been a very hard day but they referred me to the community mental health team and I am finally going to be assessed by a social worker and get psychological support. I had convinced myself that my case wasn’t urgent and I didn’t deserve help, but talking about what’s wrong…[Read more]

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    • @jawn aw that’s lovely! You should be very proud of yourself!
      I have one question though how did your doctor sent you to it? I’m thinking of asking for help but since I’m unsure of the procedures..

    • It’s good to see you reaching out to find the right help and support that will benefit you @jawn, I’m sure you will find a therapist or counsellor who you will be able to open up too, do get your thoughts and feelings out so you can brightly smile and be upbeat, remember you are such a special individual who truly deserves happiness, everything…[Read more]

    • Thank you Oli, I always appreciate your comments. You are a great help to so many people on this site, and have made me feel less alone!

    • Hey, I just went to the doctors, I said it was urgent and I needed support, and was very honest about everything I had been thinking and feeling lately, and answered their questions. They called another service to refer me, and I was accepted, and the community mental health people called me later that day for an assessment. I don’t think its…[Read more]

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    J.W posted a new activity comment 6 years, 3 months ago

    In reply to: J.W posted an update I didn’t make it into work today. Feel like a failure, and such a useless burden. View

    Thank you for your comments, it is so nice to know that there are still friendly people on this sight looking out for other people. I contacted my manager but it was hard. I am trying to accept what I am able to do, and not be too upset if I can’t do something

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    J.W posted an update 6 years, 3 months ago

    I didn’t make it into work today. Feel like a failure, and such a useless burden.

    Mood : Embarrassed
    • Please don’t think like that @jawn, you are such a wonderful, fantastic and amazing person, I want to see you truly smiling and living each day to the fullest, do go into work when you feel comfortable enough too, remember your health and happiness come first, everything will be OK, you are not a failure or burden, be upbeat because you are…[Read more]

    • aw I’m sorry, but please don’t be too hard on yourself, it will be OK.

    • Thank you for your comments, it is so nice to know that there are still friendly people on this sight looking out for other people. I contacted my manager but it was hard. I am trying to accept what I am able to do, and not be too upset if I can’t do something

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    J.W posted an update 8 years ago

    A month after I stopped counselling, I thought I’d be all better but I’m still struggling with finding the motivation to do anything/go outside. Finding social interaction difficult, awkward and confusing too, even with close family. I’m looking for a new job but no idea how I’m going to cope with working.

    Mood : Alone
    • Oli replied 8 years ago

      Maybe you could try going to counselling again @jawn, I know how you feel, I’m shy too and I don’t really go out very much at all, do your best to try to meet new people if you can, find a new hobby or activity to keep you going, I’m sure you will be able to confidently and openly express yourself, be positive and kind to yourself, hopefully…[Read more]

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    J.W joined the group Group logoMental Illness Support Group 8 years, 2 months ago

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    J.W posted an update 8 years, 2 months ago

    I am not living my truth. I feel scared to open up or be spontaneous. I am avoiding life. I feel very lost.

    Mood : Exhausted
    • Don’t let your struggles get you down @jawn, embrace love and positivity, remember to do what makes you feel truly happy and comfortable in life, you will do fantastic things, focus on making yourself more upbeat and on living each day to the fullest, everything will be OK and things will go your way, hold your head up high and show everyone how…[Read more]

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    J.W replied to the forum topic What's your default cooking meal? in the group Group logoFoodies 8 years, 3 months ago

    Tinned Mackerel, courgettes, and cous cous that’s been cooked in chopped tomatoes instead of water. Or pasta, pesto and cheese.

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    J.W joined the group Group logoFoodies 8 years, 3 months ago

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    J.W posted a new activity comment 8 years, 3 months ago

    In reply to: J.W posted an update Managed to get out of bed for the first time in 5 days, and showered and changed clothes View

    Thankyou for your kind words Oli :)

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    J.W posted a new activity comment 8 years, 3 months ago

    In reply to: J.W posted an update Managed to get out of bed for the first time in 5 days, and showered and changed clothes View

    It really does! And today I’m going to leave the house :3

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    J.W posted an update 8 years, 3 months ago

    Managed to get out of bed for the first time in 5 days, and showered and changed clothes

    Mood : Relieved
    • It’s good that you managed to do that. A shower and new clothes can feel so refreshing! :)

    • Glad to see you are looking after yourself @jawn, it’s nice to see you feeling refreshed and ready to take on the world with positivity and brightness, hope things continue going well for you, I’m always here if you need to chat, message me anytime, my inbox is always open, stay strong, you are never alone :) (hugs)

    • It really does! And today I’m going to leave the house :3

    • Thankyou for your kind words Oli :)

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    J.W replied to the forum topic What is happening to the site? in the group Group logoBlahTherapy Improvements/Suggestions 8 years, 4 months ago

    Update: a mod told me they have disabled Q&A, and forum creation etc because of spam, so they’re not shutting the site down, and hopefully it will all go back to normal soon

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    J.W started the forum topic Asking for a little advice: Look young for my age :( in the group Group logoblahtherapy adults (21+) 8 years, 4 months ago

    I didn’t use to mind looking young for my age, I used to joke that it would work in my favour when I’m 70, but its got to the stage where I’m 23 now and keep getting mistaken for a 15 year old (its happened […]

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    J.W joined the group Group logoBlahTherapy Improvements/Suggestions 8 years, 4 months ago

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    J.W replied to the forum topic What is happening to the site? in the group Group logoBlahTherapy Improvements/Suggestions 8 years, 4 months ago

    Having problems replying to questions. When I submit an answer, it takes me to a page asking for an activation code…what does this mean? I’ve been a member for ages, but suddenly I can’t seem to ask or answer […]

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