It sounds like you're in a pretty dark space @redhead. I've just sent you an email if you could please take a look.   Also a quick FYI, I edited out a couple of small things from your post. I hope you can understand  ... View more

Don't let it get you down @Bananatime04, sometimes we can be our harshest critic!  ... View more

Hey @redhead I'm sorry that the crisis team member made you feel that way. That's not fair and also not true. The only person to blame is the person who assaulted you. End of story. This sounds like a really difficult headspace to be in, can you confirm if you're safe right now? ... View more

It's pretty amazing that you're able to put yourself in @Saltwaterdreamtime's shoes and try to see things from their perspective @Bananatime04 but I think give yourself some credit too. You showed genuine compassion and care for @Saltwaterdreamtime and I'm sure they appreciate that      ... View more

Hey @Saltwaterdreamtime I've just sent you an email to check in but with regards to dealing with other people when your pissed off. I think the best thing we can do is be solution focused and work out what we can and can't control or change in the situation. I found a few quotes, which might serve as some inspo for moving forward:    “If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change the way you think about it.” ~ Mary Engelbreit   "You can’t create positive change from a negative mindset" - source unknown    Sometimes it is better to choose to be healthy instead of right. You decide where to put your most precious resource-your energy. Let go of what you cannot control.    “Be the change that you wish to see in the world.” - Mahatma Gandhi   “Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself.” -  Leo Tolstoy   “If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” - Maya Angelou   @Bananatime04 I also just wanted to give you some props and reiterate what @DruidChild has said. You showed compassion, care and support yesterday, as @Saltwaterdreamtime said it wasn't you, it was that the problem was getting in the way of seeing any solutions. ... View more

It's understandable given everything you've gone through that you'd be feeling crappy and unmotivated @mspaceK I think just go easy and takes things slow and as @letitgo asked is there any self-care strategies you can try out this evening? Even something super small? ... View more

Hey @Lone_soul I just thought I'd create a new thread for your post so that you can get as much community support as possible. This seems like a very stressful situation. I would recommend reaching out to some one-to-one supports so you can talk this through with someone. I was going to recommend some supports to contact but it looks like you may be an international user?  Unfortunately at this stage, the ReachOut forums are only for  users  within  Australia  but I have linked you into some supports via email .   ... View more

Hey @LankanBeast please don't stress re. the guidelines, we know how difficult it can be to express how you're feeling, we just try to be a bit mindful when posting but the guidelines @Taylor-RO  linked you to should help. How are things going for you today? ... View more

Hey @mspaceK I'm sorry to hear last night was really difficult for you. How are you feeling today? ... View more

Hey @wolvesrunfree I'm sorry you're feeling bored and numb at the moment. Was there anything specific on your mind that you wanted to chat about? ... View more

Hey @litgym this sounds like really difficult space to be in. Do you think it would be helpful to follow your safety plan? Or how can we best support you right now?   Also I just sent you an email about some small edits on the below post  ... View more

Okay well with regards to other RO members... While I understand your frustrated, the forums aren't the right space to express your concerns, as anybody could be thinking you're talking about them AND it sounds like you're upset with how RO are moderating rather than the member themselves, so really that's on us @Saltwaterdreamtime. And I know you have already but I'd encourage you to send us through one more email outlining everything from your perspective    I'm so sorry you feel unheard by us and others that would definitely make me feel frustrated and perhaps quite lonely? I do log off very soon but I please know we are here to listen, we just all need to be mindful of how we express ourselves and what we chose to share on the forums. Because ultimately, we want to be solution focused rather than problem focused if that makes any sense?    I do hope you give that problem and solution exercise a go and hopefully as you begin to go though ad resolve them you'll maybe feel more empowered and heard? I will definitely check back in with you and how you went when I'm back on over the weekend.  ... View more

Yup I do @Saltwaterdreamtime    I'm glad the walk kind of helped and that you're focused on wanting to find solutions for the problems. It sounds like there's a few things going on for you right now?   I've found that sometimes it can be helpful to write out the problem and then to explore all the options you have to try and solve it. Then I like to sleep on it and review it the next day. Not sure if that's helpful at all!   You did seem to implying some concerns related to RO and how we moderate? Which I think if you're upset or confused by anything, maybe a direct email to us would be beneficial? ... View more

Hmmm I'm not sure how to help with that @Saltwaterdreamtime but I think it's awesome that when you were feeling angry, you went for a walk. Did you find it helped at all? ... View more

Well I hope it makes you feel safer @redhead   ... View more

Ohhhh whaaaat! Today sounds so frustrating @Eden1717 but I want to give you props for trying to do some self-care by trying the new strawberry milk. I'm sorry it sucks,  that's so disappointing! Today also sounds super exhausting so no wonder you have a headache, does going to bed sound like a good next move? ... View more

Hey @Saltwaterdreamtime, I can hear you're super frustrated right now and I'm sorry but I'm not sure if you can block someone. Where were you trying to move this post to? I might be able to help you with that?   Also happy to chat with you when you feel ready, maybe after your walk? ... View more

Do you feel this a good thing for you @redhead? ... View more

Hey @Eden1717 I'm so sorry you're feeling so frustrated and angry but this does sound like a very frustrating situation to have to work through and face, so maybe it's a bit justified and a very normal reaction considering what you've been through. Just know we're here to support you, cheer you on and listen when you need    Also thank you for confirming your safety. Now I know suggesting self-care may also be frustrating but is there anything you can do tonight? Even if it's something small?    ... View more