@Potatoes_are_good @musicfan_xo  It is nice to see the real art of music and that both such different categories of music have changed your lives individually.  Personally I love all of those genres haha I am a swapper and changer  @musicfan_xo I also love matchbox twenty! good taste ... View more

Today I practiced self care by sitting outside in the sun on my lunch break! A bit of fresh air and sunlight goes a long way  ... View more

@musicfan_xo Sorry that you felt uncomfortable by someone's question, it is completely healthy to have your own personal boundaries, and I am happy that you knew when to hold them up and do what was going to help you.  How are you feeling today?  ... View more

Hey @Dream_State, best wishes to you for 2021!  It can be extremely difficult finding comfortability within your own skin, especially within your teenage years. I know the feeling of watching everyone around you experimenting with their own images and feeling like you need to fit within that category, but truth is that it is an impossible expectation on yourself! Your scars are a massive milestone within your life, and becoming comfortable within them is really important.  I wonder if there is anything that has been said to you about wearing a one piece, or whether this is your own self reflection? As a young adult myself, I have become so comfortable with the idea of a one piece purely due to comfort, and there are so many gorgeous ones you can get these days that remove the stereotype of one pieces! Would looking around for a nice/fashionable one make you more comfortable?  Also, I wanted to just link in a body image articles here that I think could really benefit your everyday living. Be BOLD and BEAUTIFUL sweetheart!  ... View more

@Saltwaterdreamtime I love this idea! Unfortunately my house is quite small living with my family, and I find it so hard to get time in for meditation/down time/stretching due to the limited space but you're "quiet comfy spot" sounds absolutely perfect!! I think it's a perfect goal to have for your week, and to even put myself to the test I am going to motivate myself to create something small for me to do it alongside you! Hopefully you are able to receive some peace from this daily ritual  ... View more

@musicfan_xo I can understand the difficulty with parents being involved in the details of your life..I love my parents loads and they are super supportive, but there is always that weirdness that comes with them knowing and sometimes that makes it harder to reach out to them. For what it's  worth I think you're doing a good job with it, a lot of people exclude their parents from the details, but it's now something you can always have as support. Do you speak to your online friends often? Is this through gaming or something different  ... View more

Hey @musicfan_xo, sorry that you're not feeling the best today, I am wondering how the appointment with your GP went today? You said you rescheduled the appointment with the new GP, is that happening tomorrow or sometime this week?  Loneliness is really difficult to grasp a hold of, I know when I am going through stages of it that I can often find it hard to motivate myself to be with others, but sometimes being by yourself and doing something you enjoy can be your best way of pulling out of it. Have you planned anything nice for yourself today?  ... View more

I have just come across this thread for the first time and I think this is SUPER SICK!! Love the idea, I have had a proper laugh at a few of them when I think about what I would do @xXLexi_Lou122Xx I think definitely the most loudest person on earth! Having a voice is powerful, whether you are annoying to some or not  Would You Rather - have more time, or more money?  ... View more

Hi @Macaria  I am sorry to hear that this past week has not run as smoothly as you had hoped for! I can completely understand how hopeless an injury can make you feel, especially when it impacts the things you love to do most! Did you receive any information from the hospital about your recovery and any necessary processes you will need to take for the healing?  I wonder if you would be able to ask your friends if you can be apart of the filming/editing process, rather than the dancing? This could make you feel apart of the project too, especially if you were looking forward to it  Speedy Recovery!  ... View more

@A_Friend They sound like great and achievable goals! Mine are actually somewhat similar! Fitness is a big part of my life so really wanting to focus on being the healthiest version of me. Plus taking more time to sit and talk/do things with family is so important when you get older!  Have you made any plans of how you are going to kickstart them off? ... View more

@Saltwaterdreamtime I am sorry that you weren't provided the chance to speak out to someone when you were needing it most. I know how difficult contacting services can be during this time, but I also know the impact it would be having on people seeking for it, like yourself. You were incredibly strong and resilient for stepping up and making the call, and sometimes it doesn't always go the right way. I have been reading your three positives daily, and observed that you maintaining your positivity and continuing doing things that help you and make you happy, so I want to condemn you for that. It is so good to hear that you are doing better today, I am wondering if you ended up getting in contact with any services for support, or had spoken to anyone else that may have helped you stay grounded  The team and community here are very proud of your resilience.  ... View more

1. I did an awesome workout this morning despite my body being sore and a little tired! I pushed through and I am super happy :) 2. The sun has come back out so I can go for a long walk this afternoon! 3. I'm going out to dinner with workplace friends tonight and it has been a long time since I have had the chance to catch up with them  Happy Thursday  ... View more

@keezeik We hope you're doing well! How has everything been going?  ... View more

Hey @lemurien, it is awesome that you received some extra support from headspace and your GP, and never think you're options are limited based on your level of need, because everybody has difficult experiences, and they are all as important as each other.  I am really happy to hear you dived into some self care, especially with your partner, I think that is a huge positive for not only yourself, but your relationship! Returning home would have been a massive transformation in how you were feeling, often we can be caught up in overwhelm and it's hard to find time for your mind to breathe, but that is perfectly okay and normal, and I am sure your family would understand as they were going through the same with one another by the sounds of it. Have you spoken to your family since you have left? I wonder if it would be a good idea to make a list of all the positives and nice things you did with them while you were away or things you wish you got a chance to do? It could be nice to have a reason to return with something and something to look forward to.  I hope you and your family are safe during the covid changes! Family are always, even if they can somethings get under your nerves haha  ... View more

@lemurien It is so great to hear that the process has been flowing really nicely for you and that your experience with headspace has been nothing but positive! I know it can sometimes be quite confronting when you first get in contact with these services, but they are trained and specialised to make the journey for you a little less difficult!  I love that you're interested in Art therapy, it is an incredible experience and completely grounding. You don't even have to be good at it haha!  I am really glad you have received the support you need from here and outside of the forums. It is important to know that the forums are always available for support, small or big, so don't be shy, as we would love to hear about your journey along the way  ... View more

@Saltwaterdreamtime hahaha aw that is way too adorable! Aren't the minds of little ones just extraordinary, even if it forces another 2km on the trip lol ... View more

@Saltwaterdreamtime 7km! You absolutely killed it haha! No doubt pushing the little man around would've been even harder, but it's a great achievement! I bet you felt so relieved after. It can be such a mental challenge during, but the reward is something else entirely!  It is also great to see you found positives within your conversation, sometimes things are best said out loud  Have a lovely afternoon! ... View more

@A_Friend Ensuring we focus on making the best of what we have and can control is extremely important when there is so many waves of uncertainty. Taking for yourself and making progress is what we owe ourselves as humans, so living life to the fullest potential is our duty even through difficult times. Did you have any resources or goals you have made to take care of yourself diving into the year? ... View more

Hey @Jardin, it is so nice to hear that things are running smoothly for you, I can sense a massive growth in your confidence! Your new job sounds like it is going really well, which is awesome! It can be very scary sometimes stepping into a new role, especially one you're not used to. I think it would be a really nice separation and experience to take on outside of uni!  It is completely fine to have not gone and received a referral yet, but ensuring you maintain your reflection on your mental health is important, but I think you have that under control for now which is great!  Awesome news about the move, and it seems like you're quite excited for the change! How long have you been living out in the country for? Is there anything you miss the most from living in the city that you can't wait to get back to doing  ... View more

Absolutely that counts @WinterCalvino! I actually really love that idea. I have come across so many awesome ones in my life, usually screenshot them and lose trace of where they go which sucks! What is your secret to collecting them and keeping them all together? 3,200 is awesome!  ... View more

Hi @Rosemmbles, just wanted to check in with you and see how everything is going?  I was wondering if you have had any thought about some of the suggestions made, and the possibility of reaching out to a social group of interest?  Would love to hear how you're travelling with it all.  ... View more

What are you looking forward to this year (big or small)? I am looking forward to it being my last year in my university degree, kicking some great marks and leaving with a bang haha! What's something new you want to try this year? Or something you would like to change? I really want to make the effort to start watching some history documentaries! I feel like I have missed so much learning about my history through my life so I have made a goal to watch 1 new documentary a month  What's your favourite thing to do in summer? BEACH, SWIM, FRIENDS What are your predictions for the year? They can be as realistic or silly as you want?   haha it is a hard prediction to make with everything going on, but for my world, I predict to focus on my self care, savings, family time and uni! The rest of the world can wait    Wishing you all a happy and safe new year!  ... View more

Welcome @Rosemmbles!!  Looking after your own mental health in 2020 was a struggle for the whole world, so it is soo lovely to hear how much you have turned it around! Going to the gym and walking can be a massive self-love experiment once you get into the swing of things  Oooo smoothies!! Yes yes please! What is your favourite recipe so far?    Thank you for coming here to ReachOut, the community is beyond incredible & I am looking forward to getting to know you  ... View more

I have a huge collection of plants on my window sill!! Slowly getting out of control that I have now built shelves on the walls for some more plants  Makes me super happy being surrounded by greenery, plus they are now my little babies  ... View more

Super weird for me but mowing the lawn and washing clothes made me smile  My family is away for the week so I am in charge of the house, I have never been so organised in my life haha!!  ... View more

Welcoming 2021 with open arms!! I hope everybody has had a safe and happy holidays  Kickstarting back up this thread for the first Monday of 2021!! How is everybody? Any new years resolutions, or exciting plans for your year? I would love to hear about your first few days of the new year.    I brought a 2021 diary yesterday and can say I am scratching things down fast   ... View more

Hi @Rosemmbles,  Your Sagittarius personality sounds completely pure! Optimistic and Honest, love it. I'm sorry you've reached this stage of uncertainty and yearning for something more, believe me as a girl I know the feeling too. It is so normal to go through these stages, I did myself and can relate to the high school faze a whole lot, but I do want to point out that your desire for more is really awesome and time will bring that forth to you.  I loved some of @clarii3105 ideas, reaching out to groups with likeminded people can be a massive transformation for you. Some of the best people I have met have been through putting myself out there, whether it has been at work, or in social settings/groups. You won't always connect with some, and that's cool, but stay open minded and confident and they will come. Based off your last question, I love being active with my female friends, I have a few different groups depending on interests. Some are my exercise buddies, some are my adventure buddies (hiking through gorgeous places, brush and sip painting, holidaying, and live music) and then there is my chit chat ones (coffee and dinners).  I highly urge you to throw yourself out to the world, sometimes you don't just get 1 friend that likes what you do, but a variety  ... View more

@Tay100 your day sounds super productive! Love it! I am super curious of what dinner and desert you have coming up tonight  , nothing beats it! I am a desert lover so hearing what others are making is super exciting haha! ... View more

@Speedy01 I am really happy to hear you are receiving some support from your university counsellor, I can imagine the fear you might feel when going deeper into those conversations, but it takes a lot of courage to make that step, so I am really proud of you.  It's completely okay to lack motivation in some areas that you may have been interested in, it all comes with time and growth. I think you should be really proud of yourself for stepping out of your comfort zone and regaining your strength to do outdoor activities! Inviting your friends along is a great idea, it can become something fun  I think it's amazing that you're able to notice how big of a step you have made, and you have completely done that with your own strength  ... View more

Hey @Speedy01, it really sounds like you are having a hard time at the moment, I just wanted to let you know that we are all here to support you along the way  I wanted to check in with you, see how everything is going now?  It can be such a difficult time of year, especially with family being unwell, you can definitely feel the weight on your shoulder sometimes so I wanted to see if you're practicing any self care, or whether you might be interested in seeing what some of our community members use to help them    We look forward to hearing from you  ... View more