The unlikely group went to KFC. ... View more

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I'm reviving this thread because I've been thinking a lot about mum's illness lately and how it's impacted me, and my siblings... I don't know, it feels important even to acknowledge that. And to acknowledge that my feelings matter and I was hurt by how she acted, even if mum herself will always struggle to acknowledge that... ... View more

Looking forward to getting a bit of a sleep in tomorrow! ... View more

I'm afraid I don't really have anything new to add here @scared01, but in terms of self-care, my usual choices are: - colouring in  - making myself a cup of tea - cleaning my room (weird, I know. But I feel like if the physical space around me is less cluttered, then my mind tends to be as well...) - journalling - and coming onto the forums! ... View more

Hey @Damnit, well done on suggesting you two get coffee - that can be a really intimidating thing to do! How have things been going for you the past few days - have you been able to clarify what she meant? ... View more

Hey @Sunflower18, I can't offer any advice specific to this issue but I just wanted to restate that we're all here to support you as much as we can. :) How would you feel about joining an LGBTI group at uni, or something like that? ... View more

Yesterday: 1. Said no to something because I recognised myself starting to feel overwhelmed - and the person was super understanding! 2. Finished reading The Year of Magical Thinking on the train. 3. Went to a volunteer meeting at a new place and everyone was really nice. 4. Nearly said no to an awesome opportunity but I talked it through with dad and he was really supportive, and I decided to say yes. 5. Had a nap.   Today: 1. Spoke to my psychologist on the phone, which was really helpful. 2. Went to get a blood test, which I'd been avoiding. 3. Did some writing! 4. Visited my grandma, with mum. 5. Was asked to do a presentation in October. ... View more

Confronting a task I'd been avoiding, and then rewarding myself with an episode (or two) of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. ... View more

This is brilliant @scared01 and I am soooo happy for you!! ... View more

I'm proud of myself for saying yes to an opportunity that I almost said no to because of what other people wanted. And I'm so grateful to my dad for reminding me that I had the right to say yes. ... View more

I smiled because my cat jumped up on top of my bookshelf and he looked soooo adorable! :) ... View more

I'm grateful for the woman from an organisation I work with for calling me to check in and see how I was today. And because we were able to discuss our shared Italian heritage. And our consequent love of cheese :P ... View more

Yesterday: 1. Facilitated my first session for the mental health platform I'm working with 2. The leader of the project texted me afterwards to say I did great :) 3. Worked in the morning 4. Met someone I volunteer with for lunch   Today: 1. Just got an email from one of my favourite authors! 2. Spoke to two of my friends/colleagues on the phone this morning. 3. Visited my grandma 4. Having dinner with a friend tonight ... View more

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Lots of hugs for you @litgym :) *hugs* ... View more

Hey @Browngirl, sorry to hear that you're parents don't seem to be very understanding/accepting of mental health difficulties. In terms of talking to your parents about it, I reckon it would be good to choose a time carefully, when they're likely to be more receptive and not distracted by other stuff going on. And make sure to take care of yourself, because opening up about this stuff is a very brave thing to do but it can also be draining. Are there certain activities/strategies that make you feel a bit better when you're feeling down? Wishing you the best of luck and looking forward to hearing from you! :)  ... View more

You're very welcome. Hope the class goes well - thinking of you!  ... View more

Geez, @Jesssister2001 all that stuff really sucks. :( Sending you lots of support right now! What sorts of things could make the rest of the day a bit easier for you, do you reckon? We're all here to listen and help as much as we can. :) ... View more

You are a great person @MilkyWay and we're all here on the forums and you can talk to us about whatever's on your mind, whenever you need/want to. :) I'm glad you gave e-headspace a try, even if it wasn't the most helpful for you. What sort of things help you to calm down/feel better when you're feeling down or overwhelmed? Looking forward to hearing from you! ... View more

Sending you lots of love right now @DruidChild. Have you done any writing today - do you think you'd be up for it? :) ... View more

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How did we get to 85,000 so quickly?!   85 075 85 076 85 077 ... View more

probably family vacation because I'd be too scared to go backpacking on my own, haha   candles or sparklers? ... View more

Hey @sophiaj990, we won't laugh. There's no judgement on these forums. :) I can't say I have used anything like that. As @N1ghtW1ng suggested, you might have better luck on a forum about physical health or exercise. Sorry I couldn't offer you anything more specific! ... View more

Looking forward to visiting a restaurant that's recently opened near my house. I'm going with a friend on the weekend and the restaurant apparently has great vegetarian/vegan options!   ... View more

Yesterday: 1. My first day in a new volunteering role, and it was really fun! 2. Lunch was provided, as well as several cups of tea. 3. Finished reading a book on the train. 4. called a friend and organised a catch up 5. Watched an episode of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend   Today: 1. Work this morning 2. Received a letter of offer for my new job!! 3. Have the house to myself at the moment. 4. My favourite short story competition opens in a few hours and I plan to enter :) 5. Also just did some writing which always feels like such a triumph! ... View more

Hey @Tashbear221, just wanted to check in. How are you doing today? Bullying really sucks :( we're here to support you as much as we can! ... View more

Wow, @scared01 teaching your mum painting sounds so lovely! Thinking of you and hoping the dentist goes well. :) ... View more

Glad to hear you're feeling a bit better @roseisnotaplant. Also, I LOVE that definition of extreme chilling. I might have to engage in some of that myself! :) ... View more