Negative: I was recently criticised in public for asking a question at a talk by an expert, which made me feel really bad about myself.   Positive: The expert still answered the question in a way I could understand. ... View more

Sounds like a plan @scared01! Good luck! :D ... View more

Hey @Eden1717, thank you so much for letting us know how you’re feeling tonight. You have shown an incredible amount of strength to do this. I know you feel like giving up, but we’re always behind you sending you good wishes all the way. ❤️   I know you don’t like calling helplines, but I would really, really encourage you to contact SCBS 1300 659 467 or follow this link for web chat. Do you think you could give that a go? ... View more

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@litgym That’s why I think it’s really important to try to break out of that repetitive cycle. I know that’s a lot easier said than done. I think that you’re doing so many things to help though, such as your ongoing posts to Three positives of today. What self care are you doing at the moment?  ❤️   It’s unfortunate that the SANE web chat is unavailable, as usually it’s open until 10pm AEST I’m pretty sure. Have you tried the Lifeline chat? They’re also really good to talk to. ... View more

@litgym These negative feelings can get quite repetitive can’t they? I really encourage you to give SANE a go. We can all see how hard you’re trying. Sending all our love and encouragement your way! ❤️ ... View more

@litgym I’d suggest now might be a good time to contact KHL, even though these thoughts are not as strong as they were before, for some more qualified support. ❤️ ... View more

@litgym It sounds like today was quite hard for you, but I’m glad you were able to go out for dinner all the same. Are you still having similar thoughts now? ❤️ ... View more

Hey @harrykane140693, and welcome to RO! Would love to get to know a bit more about you as well. ... View more

Hey @litgym sorry I haven’t been on for a while, but I’m here to talk if you need. ❤️ What are you up to tonight? ... View more

Hey everyone! @Brendos94 @scared01 @NightHowler @molly510 @Lonelygir102 @N1ghtW1ng @Esperanza67 ... View more

@FootyFan26 I’m getting ready for prac tomorrow, and trying to prepare for what is going to be a crazy busy week. ... View more

Hugs @scared01. ❤️ It sounds really hard. Is there anything you can do to ‘switch off’ before bed? ... View more

Hey @FootyFan26 I’m here if you want to talk. :) How are you going? ... View more

@DruidChild I guess its not too bad, only a short reflective essay due next week, but I still don’t feel fully into this semester. It’s my last semester though, and that freaks me out because all going well I’ll be in the cold, cruel world in 6 months time.   My prac did go reasonably well yesterday, still some teething issues to work through. ... View more

Hey @Eden1717, it sounds like the last couple of days have been really hard. Sending through hugs and good vibes. ❤️  How are you travelling today? ... View more

Hey @Birdie_4002, and welcome to ReachOut. :)   I’m sorry to hear that you’re struggling with your sexuality and lack of understanding from your family. This is something that many users on here will be able to relate to. I’m glad that your parents are supportive at least. There is an article about coming out on the main ReachOut website that you might find helpful which I’ll link to here.   As for what to do, I think that you need to do what feels best for you in the current circumstances. Just remember that whatever decision you make will be the right one. ❤️   I’ll just tag a couple of other users who might be able to help as well. :) @N1ghtW1ng @scared01 @DruidChild @DirtWitch @redhead ... View more

Hey @litgym, its perfectly normal to feel really nervous about opening up for the first time, and the psychologist would understand. I think writing things down is a very good idea. It also might be worth mentioning to them the way you feel judged?   @Jess1-RO and @scared01 have basically summed things up very well in that your first appointment is a good chance to build a connection with your psychologist and see if they are a person who you would feel comfortable working with on that level.   Hoping the visit goes well for you. Please let us know how you go. ❤️ ... View more

Negative: I’m still struggling to get into a routine, even though I’m now in my second week of uni. Positive: I’m getting better at going to bed at a reasonable time each night, and planning my day, and its only been one week, so things should get better.   Negative: I’m so scared about my new independent prac starting tomorrow. I don’t feel able to start working by myself. Positive: I have to start somewhere, and being the first week, tomorrow should be more of an introduction and orientation, as well as beginning to decide and plan with the rest of staff which clients I will see. ... View more

Hey guys, starting week 2, still don’t feel ready for semester. I already have stuff due next week, arrrgh! Also starting my new independent prac tomorrow and I’m so nervous. ... View more

Hey @DruidChild, sorry today isn’t such a good day. We’re here to listen if you want to talk. ❤️ ... View more

Hi @Eden1717, I’m sorry things seem so difficult for you right now. I can understand you feeling quite scared and unsure about where to go from here. ❤️   I agree with @scared01, perhaps a new setting might be helpful for you? It might seem that all roads lead to the same place (public hospital), but I think it’s important to at least try something different, and I’m glad that your psychologist has brought this up. Do you think this suggestion of the new private hospital could be helpful?   I have also noticed the last line of your post, and want to double check that you’re safe tonight? ❤️ ... View more

What does loneliness mean to you? Have you experienced it before? For me, loneliness is a negative feeling relating to lack of connection to another human being. What connection is to one person could be different to another.   I have definitely experienced it before many times, and can definitely relate to feeling lonely “in a crowded room”. In my experience, I have found that lack of empathy/sympathy can also generate a feeling of loneliness. That’s why I love being a part of RO, as so many people can understand what I’m going through, and I can really have that experience of connecting to other people on the level that I need. ... View more

Hey @litgym, this is a MASSIVE step that you have taken towards your own wellbeing. Very proud of you! :) ... View more

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