Hi @geek28, just wanted to check in and see how you are going? ... View more

Welcome to the ReachOut forum @Aussiegirl2002  😊 We are so happy that you are here and part of our online community! ReachOut is a great place to chat, connect and support each other. If there is anything in particular that you need some support with please reach out. ... View more

Hi @geek28 I'm sorry to hear that things haven't improved regarding your situation with your classmate. By the sounds of things I think that her removing you from her instagram is her way of trying to communicate to you that she is no longer comfortable with these interactions. Of course this doesn't mean that you have done anything intentionally to make her feel this way, and it is tricky to even know if she is feeling this way without talking to her. But it can be assumed that this is roughly the way she may be feeling given what's happened.  My advice would be to try and move on from the situation all together to avoid you becoming more upset and her potentially feeling even more uncomfortable. Definitely remain courteous with her whenever you cross paths on campus and if there is ever an opportunity where she brings up to you how she's feeling/felt I think that it would be beneficial to let her know that you never meant for her to feel uncomfortable. University is full of SO many people which means there are SO many potential friends out there for you to make!!    Take care of yourself and try not to let this affect you anymore than it already has. It may be worthwhile talking to a friend or family member and even seeking support or advice from university services if that's something you feel comfortable doing :) ... View more

Hi @rainbowcats157!  I just wanted to check in and see what you decided to do regarding leaving your casual job? I can totally understand how you must be feeling because I went through a very similar situation recently. I decided to leave my casual retail job due to the anxiety that both the job itself and the work environment was causing me. I experienced the same thing you have with rosters being provided last minute and found it difficult to plan my university studies around my unorganised work schedule. It was hard for me to decide if I should leave the job as some of my family members communicated to me that they didn't think I should. However, I made the decision to listen to myself (as I was the one going to work each shift not my family members) and prioritised my mental health by leaving the job that was causing me so much anxiety and stress. I felt so much better immediately after doing so and have since then found a job that I love!!  Juggling a job and studying for year 12 is a huge commitment so you should be proud of yourself for having done it for as long as you have. Hopefully you have figured out what you want to do and your anxiety is improving as a result. If you need anymore advice please reach out! :)  ... View more

That’s totally fine! As I mentioned in my earlier reply everyone can view and interpret these situations very differently which is okay. That’s why asking for advice is always a good idea and I’m glad that you’ve been able to receive two pieces of advice which have helped you decide how you want to move forward with your situation!  ... View more

Hi @geek28! I'm sorry to hear that you're feeling confused in your current situation. Navigating new friends and social media can sometimes be tricky when the two are combined as everyone has their own views on what is and isn't comfortable for them online. I think that it would definitely be worth while communicating with the girl at your university club that you're sorry if you crossed any of her personal boundaries. Although you may not view adding her or her boyfriend on multiple social media platforms to be an invasion of privacy, she may think otherwise which is totally okay as everyone has different views! Some people are very private and prefer people that they know in real life to not see what they do online on certain platforms. Communicating that you added her on multiple platforms because it is what you would feel comfortable with her doing will allow your reasoning behind your actions to be clearly identifiable. It is hard to predict how people are going to respond to what we say but if you feel the need to apologise or clear things up (or both) then definitely do that. Just make sure you are prepared for her response as she could communicate to you that she was uncomfortable.  Hopefully this advice helps you a little! Please let me know what you decide to do and if you need any more help please reach out 😊 ... View more

Welcome to the ReachOut community @manifest! My two favourite apps for meditation and mindfulness techniques are the Calm app and the Headspace app! Both provide guided meditation tracks that you can listen to and I find them really helpful. The Calm app also has sleep stories which are great if you struggle with falling asleep or even if you just want to relax your mind before you fall asleep 😊 ... View more

I love this thread! What a great way for us to look back at happy memories and also be able to share them with others 😊   I love my memories of travelling, especially with my family! Unfortunately due to covid we haven't been able to travel much or overseas at all :( but I find looking back at previous trips, especially through photos, a great way to make me smile and improve my mood. My favourite travel memories include going to Bali with my sister, mum and grandmother on a girls trip (more than a couple times hehe) and also my trip to England which for a history obsessed traveller like me was incredible!! ... View more

Hi @Twilight 😊 I'm sorry to hear that you're finding school difficult at the moment. School can be a very fun time but also full of lots of stress and anxiety too. There are a few things that you can do to help alleviate and manage the stress from school and your upcoming exams. The most important piece of advice I can give is make sure you are getting enough sleep, drinking lots of water and eating enough healthy food! Even tho this isn't going to directly make school any easier it's going to give your body and brain the rest, nutrients and support it needs to help get you through your day to day activities, including study. Staying organised and managing your time well is another skill you can work on that can help you to manage your stress and anxiety in school, especially leading up to exams. It might be worth while buying a calendar or a planner and writing down all of your deadlines and commitments both inside and outside of school. This can help you plan and dedicate time to study and will also help you to allocate 'me-time' which should involve you doing things you love to do to help you take a break from school stress. In regard to relieving anxiety, I find listening to guided meditation and mindfulness tapes a great way for my brain to de-stress and reduce anxiety. If you haven't given it a go I highly recommend you try listening to one! You can search 'guided mindfulness tracks' on youtube or download apps on your phone which is super convenient. The Calm app, Smiling Mind app and Headspace app are all great apps that you might want to check out. If you are needing extra support it's also a great idea to talk to your teachers and parents to let them know that you need some extra support and advice on how to manage the demands of school. Good luck with your exams!!! Keep believing in your ability and I guarantee that you will be surprised of how capable you are. If you need anymore support or advice please reach out! ... View more

Hi @Parachute! I can definitely relate to how you're feeling at the moment. It can be really difficult when we give support to others who may not necessarily show it to us in the same way or at the same level that we would expect or hope for. I think that there are a couple of things we can try to remember and think about when we feel this way. 1. Could it be worthwhile having a little chat and communicating your feelings with your friends so that they know you would really appreciate some more support from them? It's helpful to try and remember that not everyone thinks the same way we do but that doesn't mean that they don't care about us. It might mean that they require more communication from us in order to help support us in the ways that we need, so checking in with friends and letting them know your needs is something that is totally okay to do.   2. You can always broaden your support network if you feel like your current network isn't providing you with the support that you require. This could mean making new friends or asking for support on platforms designed to help and support you just like the ReachOut forums! Although our friends love us and care for us, sometimes they may not feel fully equipped to support us.   3. We should all strive to live by 'The Golden Rule' which is  “treat others how you want to be treated" and by the sounds of it you already are doing this which is fantastic! It can be tricky when we show support to someone and don't receive it back but the important thing to remember is that if you truly value support then showing it to others  should bring you happiness knowing that you are allowing them to see the  magnificent, caring and kind  human that you are!   I hope that helps you a little! If you ever need support on anything please reach out.  ... View more

Hi everyone! I know that it's no longer February but I wanted to introduce myself as I am a new builder :)  1. What's something you love doing for others? What's something you love others doing for you? I love giving to others! This includes giving affection and advice as well as giving physical gifts or acts of service I know that someone will appreciate. I love when others listen to me and support me no matter what.   2. What's your favourite romantic TV show, film, song or book? My favourite romantic film is Me Before You and also The Great Gatsby although both have quite sad endings (oops spoiler alert)   3. What's your favourite type of shell? Or, post a picture of a shell you like. I've never thought of my favourite type of shell  🤔  but I love the look of these two!   4. What's the nicest gesture someone has done for you to show they care about you? Both my partner and my mum always listen to me for as long as I need them to and no matter what time it is. I am forever grateful for the comfort and love they show me. 5. Are you looking forward to anything this month?  Yes! I've just started back at university (exciting but also nerve-wrecking) for my first year of post-graduate study so I am very excited to begin learning new content and meeting new people. I am also so grateful that we are able to be back on campus after COVID-19 meant all classes had to go online last year. ... View more

Today I practiced self care by going on an morning walk by the ocean to help clear my mind. I also practiced morning meditation after my walk to help prepare me for the day ahead which left me feeling calm and collected! ... View more