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WEBINAR Improving the help-seeker experience: Unpacking the Digital Navigation Report
holdinghope5

about 14 hours ago

WEBINAR Improving the help-seeker experience: Unpacking the Digital Navigation Report

You’re invited to a special webinar exploring the findings of the national Digital Navigation Project.Date: Thursday 14 August 2025Time: 1 – 2pm (AEST)Location: Online (Webinar link will be provided upon registration)REGISTER NOW Accessing mental health care in Australia is complex and not meeting the needs of the community, with many help-seekers forced to navigate a fragmented, confusing and at times, traumatising, system. The resulting delays in identifying and engaging appropriate care is driving negative health and social outcomes.Commissioned by the Commonwealth Department of Health, the Digital Navigation Project engaged with more than 2,000 consumers, carers, service providers and subject matter experts across Australia to identify existing barriers to help-seeking and recommend solutions that ensure access to the right mental health services, when and where they’re needed.   Presenters include: Krista Vanderheide, Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care  Rachel Green, SANE Australia  Monique Jackson, NOUS Group  Professor Nicola Reavley, University of Melbourne  Jeanette Chan, Lived Experience Consumer Representative  Time will be allocated for questions. We hope you’ll join us and be part of this important conversation.   REGISTER NOW To learn more about the Digital Navigation Project, please contact info@sane.org or click here

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SANE Voices Newsletter - Edition #1
Ru-bee

9 days ago

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Friends, Family and Carers, Fancy a Cuppa and a Chat, Connect now
Icebreakers time!
rav3n

about 9 hours ago

Icebreakers time!

Welcome forumites!!  If you’ve attended groups (through either Guided Recovery or RecoveryClub), then you’ll be familiar with all the fun lil icebreakers that the amazing facilitators come up with! 🧊 With our forums community growing each day, we thought it’d be a nice way to get to know each other and connect here too!  The mods will take turns posting a new icebreaker question each week!!  The first icebreaker question is... *insert drumroll*    Which frog do you relate to most at the moment and why? 🐸*or if there's another frog that's not in the image, feel free to share or describe it!   @AuntGlow @0ddsidian @Ru-bee @Aegis @Jynx @tyme @RiverSeal @avant-garde @Blackcloud @Snowie @Captain24 @MissinTooth @ale_inmelb @Zoe7 @Dimity @outlander @Eve7 @TAB @Meowmy @Till23 @Shaz51@oceangirl @The-red-centaur @Patches59 @Clawde @ENKELI @Healandlove @Appleblossom @Bill16 @StuF @StanD @AlwaysMyself @creative_writer @Lowrida29 @LostOne71 @Sevismo @Glisten @PeppyPatti @Oaktree @S1TREP @BecomingOkay @Magpie22 @flower881 @Lapis_Anteater @MatchaToad + feel free to tag some people who would interested!

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Wind-down Wednesdays
rav3n

7 days ago

Wind-down Wednesdays

Welcome to Wind-down Wednesdays where we work through a new grounding or soothing tool on every second Wednesday! 🌺 The purpose of this thread is To learn more about various grounding/soothing strategies (can add them into your self-care toolbox) To understand why we do it and how it works in calming us down To create a safe space for members to visit whenever they need to wind down and catch their breath. You can work on the strategy by yourself here, or tag community members to join you (please be mindful of our guidelines - remember that members may not always respond immediately, and let’s not place pressure on others to respond) Promote self-care and self-reliance in regulating your emotions! Got a grounding tool/soothing strategy you’d like to share on this thread? Email us (team@saneforums.org) to let us know and we’ll save you a Wednesday slot! 😊   The first grounding tool we’ll be exploring is the 3-3-3 technique. 3-3-3: Name 3 things you see: scan the space around you. For each item you identify, really focus on the details of it – what colour is it? Is it heavy or light? Big or small? What’s the texture of the object? Name 3 things you hear: what are some sounds near you or far from you, are they soft or loud? Listen closely to identify them. Move 3 parts of your body: it can be light or dramatic movements such as slowly rolling your shoulders, clenching and unclenching your fists, wiggling your fingers and toes, jumping up and down, shaking your wrists, etc.   So how does this work? Well, when we’re feeling anxious and overwhelmed, it can sometimes trigger a stress response where our body’s fight-flight-freeze system is activated, which you can learn more about here: The Four 'F' Trauma Responses - SANE Forums. This system is typically activated when our body identifies a physical threat, our body enters a heightened state of arousal to help survive – this can look like increased heart rate, increased muscle tension, decreased appetite, etc. When our anxious thoughts keep activating this heightened state of arousal, it can lead to a very dysregulated nervous system where our bodies keep reacting out of proportion to the threat, making it hard to calm down. Moving our focus from internal things (like anxious thoughts/feelings) to external things (like what we can see/hear), helps us slow things down and calm the stress response. It gives our body a chance to focus on things that it perceived as non-threatening (i.e. identifying a cup or a bird flying around), which gives our body a chance to slowly calm down. Practicing grounding techniques regularly can help regulate the nervous system with time. For more information, feel free to read this article: 3-3-3 Rule for Anxiety: How to Use, Scientific Basis, Other Coping Strategies Now let’s give it a go! Feel free to share the 3 things you saw, heard and the 3 body parts you moved – and any other reflections you’d like to add. 

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How to Create a SANE Forums Account
Ru-bee

2 months ago

How to Create a SANE Forums Account

Hello! For those who are interested in the SANE forums, maybe you have spent some time taking a look around and reading threads and are now wondering how to get involved, here’s a quick guide for how to sign up and sign in to the SANE forums.  Let’s start with an overview of why you might like to sign up: The SANE forums are a free, anonymous space to access peer to peer support, and is accessible 24/7 on any device They are moderated by mental health professionals for safety and support Open to adults in Australia living with mental health issues, their families, friends, and carers You can also check out this video on how to get started: https://youtu.be/y9y-b7q43eQ?si=79nIOvHs5Qxm7w0j or refer to this post, where there's some extra tips and details around to our forums work. How to Start an Account Go to the SANE Forums Website: saneforums.org    Register for an Account Click “Sign up” to create an account. Fill in the registration form: Create a unique username (do not use your real name or a name that might be otherwise identifiable for privacy) Provide a valid email address and basic personal information Set a secure password Agree to the Terms & Conditions and Community Guidelines Don’t forget to click “Sign up” Confirm Your Email Check your email inbox for a confirmation message (don’t forget to check your junk folder too!) Click the link in the email to activate your account. How to Log In Return to saneforums.org Click “Log In” Enter Your Username and Password Use the details you created during registration. Access the Forums Once logged in, you can: Read and join discussions Post questions or comments Connect with others for support Some extra notes: You can browse and read forum posts without registering, but you must create an account to post or interact. SANE Forums are anonymous and moderated 24/7 to ensure safety and privacy. Only one account per person is allowed, and you must be over 18 and living in Australia. If you have trouble registering or logging in, visit the site’s help section or contact SANE Support Services.   Safety Note:SANE Forums are not a crisis service. If you need urgent help, contact Lifeline (13 11 14) or emergency services (000).

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✨Sunday Intention Setting✨
AuntGlow

2 days ago

✨Sunday Intention Setting✨

Hello lovely people, I have been reflecting on some ways we can support you all through our recovery-oriented way of connecting on the forums, and thought that creating a weekly intention setting/reflection conversation could be really helpful. 🥰 Intention-setting can allow us to more mindfully focus our attention onto the things we would like to explore more of (without too much pressure!). And when we do so within community, it can help us to feel more supported as we go about exploring new habits and ideas. Now, this isn't about showing up perfectly or reaching all of our 'goals' overnight, but rather, exploring what is possible, what we enjoy, and how we can feel more safely connected to ourselves.  So, what will this look like exactly? 1. Set your intention for the week. For example, I am going to practice allowing myself 5 minutes a day to slow down. 2. Reflect. You can do this throughout the week via your notes app, a journal, or here on the forums. *Notice what feels good, what doesn't, and why.  3. Share the following Sunday. Let us know what you were able to explore and what came up for you/if you have any questions or need some support.  Remember - there is no right or wrong! It's so fine if all you did was hold the intention in the back of your mind - change takes time. I would love you all to have fun with this and to explore things from a place of curiosity and compassion. 💛 And... go! @Dreamy @MissinTooth @Bow @Shaz51 @Captain24 @creative_writer @avant-garde @Oaktree @ENKELI @Dimity @Semly @Appleblossom @MJG017 @Sunnyside226 @Blackcloud @PeppyPatti @Till23  @Jynx @tyme @Ru-bee @rav3n @RiverSeal 

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How To: Recovery Focused Posting
Jynx

2 months ago

How To: Recovery Focused Posting

Hi there SANE Forums Fam!     This how-to guide was designed to help you post to the forums and create safety for yourself and others when talking about those tough topics, such as suicidal ideation and self-harm related thoughts and urges.    We hope that this guide will help you to share safely about thoughts of suicide and self-harm, and seek support from others who understand what you are going through.      What is recovery focused posting?    When we talk about posting in a way that is recovery-oriented or recovery focused, we are encouraging posting in a way that protects both you, and the community. We let the community know what we need, so that it means even on the tough days, we are all here to support each other's safety and well-being.    What it is -  a way to communicate our needs so we can get the right support all about keeping the community safe  a way for us all to keep working on building our resilience and capacity What it isn't -  about banning or forbidding discussion of the difficult topics a requirement to 'always be positive' or to pretend we're feeling okay when we're not a restriction on sharing big, dark, or difficult feelings Having a 'recovery focus' is all about highlighting our needs, what's worked for us before, and what may or may not be helpful for us now. It helps reduce confusion and concern, helps reduce anxiety for members reading along, and reduces the risk of us triggering or getting triggered. It can even be empowering for us, in helping us learn to identify our support and recovery needs and practice communicating them to the people around us.    Here are some examples of ways we can make our posts recovery focused:       For many members and readers here on the SANE Forums, thoughts of suicide and struggles with self-harm are a common part of their mental health or life journey. It's often difficult to talk about these topics, so we want folks to feel like they can be open about what they're going through - without the risk of accidentally encouraging each others rumination or risky behaviours.   If you are thinking about suicide, reaching out for support and talking about it is an important step to make sure that you get the right help when you need it most. The forums offers a judgement-free space to express ourselves, and we want to continue to encourage people to feel safe in sharing their story here. Creating a safe community starts with how we use our language.   Safe language is important because:   It allows others to feel capable and comfortable with providing us with support.   It can protect others from common triggers and help someone else who is sitting with thoughts of suicide too.   How we talk about suicide in the Forums is important for you, and for your fellow community members.      Before you post to the Forums    The SANE Forums are a peer support community where most of the support is provided by peers. This makes it a great place to seek support from others who understand what you are going through.    It's important to note though, the SANE Forums cannot provide crisis support. We have put together some questions you can ask yourself before posting to work out whether it’s the SANE Forums or a crisis service that might be the best option for you in the moment (adapted from the Chatsafe online resource).    Where is the right place/service for me to ensure I get the right help at the right time? If you are thinking about suicide, it’s important to get the right help at the right time.     We have a flow chart to help you decide where the right place or service might be for you to seek help. This includes when it is okay to post to the SANE Forums, or when crisis services or emergency support might be the best avenue get the support you need.        As a peer-to-peer support service, the SANE Forums can’t provide crisis support   This is because:  Most of the peer support that is offered across the forums comes from other members just like you. In a crisis, or when you are feeling unsafe, it is important that help comes from people who are trained to provide crisis support.  The nature of online forums mean that replies aren’t instant. This means you may not get the help exactly when you need it.  We do have Moderators and Peer Support Workers online 24/7 to monitor posts and offer support when needed, but the nature of forums means we can’t always be as responsive as you might need in a crisis. That’s where phone or webchat crisis supports are a good option to get timely support.   Language can be ambiguous or interpreted in different ways in online, which is why when we are concerned that someone might be thinking about suicide, we check in via post or email, and refer to crisis support  What am I hoping to get out of sharing my story? (aka: my purpose and needs)    People talk about experiences of suicide for many reasons. This includes seeking help and support for thoughts of suicide, to raise awareness, or to support another person who might be going through something similar. There are lots of different reasons. Understanding your reason/purpose will help you work out the right avenue to meet your needs.     What parts of my story am I comfortable to share and how will I feel when I share? (aka: my privacy and wellbeing)   We all have different boundaries around how much of ourselves and our story we feel comfortable to share in a public space.    Ensuring you feel safe to share when talking about thoughts of suicide is important, whether that is in an online space, a private space (eg: with a counsellor or mental health professional), or with a trusted person in our lives.       How can I write my story in a way that ensures I get the support I need AND is safe for others reading?   Think about how you would write your story and whether you are in a space to be able to write in a way that is safe for all to read.     We have some tips to help you do this. You can also look at our Community Guidelines.   How can I write about thoughts of suicide safely?    Let the community know that you are safe:  If you are posting about suicide, and are safe, then include that in your post.  For example: “I have been coping with thoughts of suicide, but I am safe. I am looking for support from my peers”;“Today has been really difficult, and I don’t know if I can keep doing this, but I am safe tonight and will reach out to a helpline if I feel I need to”  or; “I am someone who lives with thoughts of suicide each day, but if they get worse tonight I will go for a walk and speak with a friend. I am safe for now” If you aren’t feeling safe, it’s time to log off the forums and access crisis support.    Use safe language:  Our words have power, and it’s important that we use trauma safe language when talking about suicide on the forums. By trauma safe language, we mean language that is not graphic, upsetting or triggering for others to read. This includes staying away from graphic detail including means or plans, and making sure you are clear and direct about your current safety.   Use trigger warnings:  Help other forum members make an informed decision about whether to read on by including a trigger warning.  You might add TW: mentions suicide in your title, or include Trigger warning: mentions thoughts of suicide in the first line of your post.  Avoid mentioning methods of suicide:  Many members of the forums may have experience of suicidal thoughts, feelings or behaviours, and might be triggered, upset or impacted by mentions of methods.   Instead, remove the methods of suicide and replace with more general statements such as “I think about action to end my life”, or “I have had thoughts of methods before”. You can still get your story across without listing the method.    Let the community know what support you are looking for/what you need:  You know what you need best, and letting others know means they can provide more effective support to you when you need it most.     For example:  “I just need someone to sit with me right now”, “I would like some suggestions” or, “I need some distraction”    I often hear Moderators/Peer Workers ask the question “Are you feeling safe for now?”. What does it mean?    If we have reason to believe that you might be thinking about suicide, we will check in to see how you are feeling, and whether you are currently thinking about suicide.  You may hear us ask if you are safe, but safety can mean many things, so let’s define what we mean in the context of suicide.     “Are you safe for now?”:  If we are concerned that you might be thinking about suicide, we will ask you if you are safe for now. What we mean is, are you planning to act on thoughts of suicide now?    "I am safe for now":  If you are safe for now, we will encourage you to reach out and seek peer support through the forums. There are a lot of other people here sitting with thoughts of suicide too who know what it’s like to take steps towards safety.     For many people, thoughts of suicide can be ongoing, so we may ask a few times as safety might change from hour to hour, or day to day. That’s why we say safety for now, as we are trying to understand your immediate safety and offer appropriate support.     This is especially important in public online spaces where we don’t have the same communication options as we would in real life settings.     It can be really helpful to have a safety plan prepared for times when you might have thoughts of suicide, which will help you take steps to seek help or safety. Beyondnow is a great online tool to help you build a safety plan.    "I am not able to stay safe":  If you tell us you are not able to stay safe, we will ask you to confirm if you are planning to end your life and if you have a plan. This will happen off the forums and via email.     If you aren't able to or aren't sure that you can stay safe, this is when it is time to step off the forums and access immediate crisis support. In an emergency, the best place to seek help is to call 000, or go to your local emergency department.     As a mental health service, SANE can be a safe space to share if you are feeling unsafe, and we will get emergency help to you.    As mandatory reporters, if a forum member tells us or indicates that they are in serious and imminent risk of harm, including planning to end their life now, then we do contact emergency services. This is an important part of ensuring the safety and wellbeing of those who access our services.     Mandatory reporting is (as the name suggests) mandatory by law, which ensures that every health service, including SANE, are looking out for the safety and wellbeing of the people we support.      When might Moderators, Community Managers or Peer Support Workers step in?   The SANE Forums team may step in when a post breaches our safety guidelines, and could impact the safety of the person posting or the wellbeing of those reading.     We will remove or edit posts that mention or imply: A person intends to end their life, or doesn’t confirm safety in a way that could be upsetting for those reading. This includes where there are ambiguous mentions or inferences to suicide without confirming safety.  Methods of suicide or self harm  Graphic descriptions    Check out the suggestions earlier in this post to help you stay within the guidelines.  We will email members to:  Check in to see if a member is safe for now and offer referrals to crisis support  Check in with others who may have been upset by something they have read on the forums  Let members know if a post is removed or edited Offer suggestions of how to bring posts back in line with the guidelines  Let a member know if we are involving emergency services, if doing so doesn't put the person at further risk of harm SANE has a responsibility to keep the Forums safe for everyone. This means that there may be times we will need to make tough decisions to remove a post, email you about the guidelines, or pause an account.     If we are concerned about your safety, we want to make sure you have access to crisis services, and we will refer to options such as:  National crisis services such as Lifeline (13 11 14)  and Suicide Call Back Service (1300 659 467). You can find a list of crisis services at the top of every page on the SANE Forums.  000 in an emergency  SANE’s other support services  Other services specific to your situation (eg: 1800Respect, BlueKnot, Mensline…)   Summary Here are the key points:  It’s important we can talk about topics like suicide and self-harm here on the forums  How we talk about suicide is key to creating safety for the person posting, and those reading  Using safe language, trigger warnings and letting the community know you are safe, and what you need, can help ensure you get the help you deserve, while also looking out for the community  SANE staff may reach out to ask if you are safe and offer referrals to crisis supports. We may also remove posts that breach our safety guidelines around talking about suicide  If you are unsafe and at imminent and serious risk of harm, we are required by law to get emergency help to you  Thanks for reading along folks 😊

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Welcome! Introduce yourself here 🙂
Daisydreamer

1 day ago

Welcome! Introduce yourself here 🙂

New here? Welcome to the SANE Forums! We are so happy you found us and have joined our wonderful community. There are lots of people here like you, who can understand what you might be going through and offer valuable peer support.     You may see members reaching out to share their stories, asking questions about mental health, looking for others who get it, seeking support and offering support. We hope you find this a supportive and welcoming space to be.    We want to get to know you, and introduce you to other members of the SANE Community.    To get started, you can simply post here by clicking "reply" to introduce yourself and a fun fact or two about you.    Or, you can introduce yourself to the community by starting a new discussion thread! How to do that you ask? Follow the below steps to create your first post.   Click back into the Welcome & Getting Started topic area Click the ‘New Discussion’ Button Type in a subject title Enter your post (there are some helpful tips on how you can introduce yourself below) Then click post! Feel free to check out our "how-to" video here: https://youtu.be/y9y-b7q43eQ?si=79nIOvHs5Qxm7w0j   You may see our Peer Support Workers welcoming new members in this space, so please reach out if you have any questions, or if we can help you get started 🙂 We are always happy to help! To reach us, @moderator or email us at team@saneforums.org. We look forward to getting to chatting soon

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Newbie's Social Club - Come make some friends!
Jynx

2 days ago

Newbie's Social Club - Come make some friends!

Hey Forumites!!    This is a space for members new and old, to gather around and help make our newer members feel welcome!    We've all been newbies ourselves at some point, and can empathise with how incredibly daunting it can be entering a new space. A lot of folks have trouble even knowing where to start, and (even though we're in the midst of improving it all) we know the forums can be a tricky space to navigate - which can make it very difficult for newbies to be able to find their footing! On top of that, joining any established community means being 'the new kid on the block', and seeing others connecting easily with established relationships can sometimes feel like we aren't welcome, or that we need to 'break in' to the conversation somehow.    Well this space aims to alleviate that pressure and help facilitate some new connections! Whether you're brand new here or you've been here since the very beginning, you're welcome to come hang out, meet some new people, reconnect with others, and maybe even make a new friend!   We will try to tag new members as they join, so help us make them feel welcome!  Here's today's newest forumites: @noodles1  @IndigOverwhelm  @Sam63  @Sosad01  @jsbpd  @JJll  @Andora  @riotgrrl  @HopeEverlasting  @Bellle    Feel free to tell us a little about yourself, what brought you to the forums, and what you're looking for here!   Tagging in our lovely bunch of Community Guides too! They're seasoned members who volunteer their time and energy towards making the forums a safe and welcoming place for everyone. We wouldn't have the community we do without their efforts and their passion! Feel free to reach out to them, they're always quite happy to help guide and support 😊 @Anastasia @BPDSurvivor @Eve7 @Faith-and-Hope @MDT @Judi9877 @outlander @Shaz51 @Snowie @wellwellwellnez @Zoe7     

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Brendaa|New Contributor|Last message about 7 hours ago
Borderline

Anyone able to have a successful romantic relationship with BDp? If so, please advise how ....

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Fadednfried223|Contributor|Last message about 8 hours ago
Substance abuse, Dissociative Identity Disorder, PTSD ADHD, and Psychotic Disorder

Hey, I'm kind of new here. Lately I've really been struggling. Some songs trigger me and/or social media to the point where I'm changing clothes and shoes to fit a look. Sometimes i fade out and its been an hour. Sometimes tears just roll down my face as I fade out. I'm abusing substances and I cant stay clean but I think what's the point. Im usually abusing uppers but im so tempted to go down the slow route. Its getting scary as, i dont even know this alternative personalities.    Last year I was hurt by someone with status, I was kidnapped, My mate passed, My nan died and put down my dog (Had him for 14 years), lost my job, family fell apart, had a psychotic break. Im clean from one particular drug but i can smell it around the corner.   I cant even focus in class, im putting on this face, getting high is the only thing i can do to get through. I just fade out with nothing. If your going through this - swing a reply n let me know. Hope everyone is safe coz im screamin'

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ccau_82|Contributor|Last message about 9 hours ago
Beyond the Label ~ What If We Asked Different Questions?

I've been observing something in our community that's got me thinking, and I'd love to hear your thoughts.We've become incredibly sophisticated at discussing diagnoses, but what if we're missing the actual conversation our bodies are trying to have with us?I see detailed debates about self-diagnosis validity, discussions about ADHD vs PTSD symptoms, searches for the "correct" medication combinations, and conversations about which professionals can give us the "right" label.All of this focus on external categorisation, but very little curiosity about internal communication.What I'm Noticing ~ instead of asking:- "What is my body trying to tell me right now?"- "What makes my nervous system feel safe vs. activated?"- "What does this restlessness actually need?"- "How does my breathing change in different situations?"We're asking:- "Do I have ADHD or is it just PTSD?"- "Should I trust my self-diagnosis?"- "What's the correct medication for my symptoms?"- "Which professional can validate what I'm experiencing?"Some Examples I've Seen RecentlyOne veteran mentioned "yapping too much" led to an ADHD diagnosis - but there was no curiosity about why their nervous system was in that activated, hyperverbal state or what it was trying to communicate.Someone else rejected ancient wisdom about impermanence because it didn't validate their "chronic illness story" - more invested in being understood as someone with their condition than exploring what their system might actually need.Another person was debating the politics of self-diagnosis while admitting "a diagnosis itself does not give any treatment" - yet still completely absorbed in the labeling process rather than listening to what's happening internally.The Question That's Burning in Me ~ what if instead of debating diagnostic validity, we got curious about what our systems are actually communicating?.....What if the real intelligence isn't in the label but in learning to listen?You spent years in life reading environments, trusting gut instincts, using your body as an intelligence system.....Instead of: "The medication isn't working right"What if: "What activities, environments, or practices actually help my nervous system settle? What does my body respond to?"I'm Not Saying...- Ignore professional help (please get support when you need it)- Diagnoses are useless (they can be incredibly helpful tools)- Medication doesn't work (it can be life-changing for many)I Am Saying...What if we approached all of this as a collaboration between external expertise and your own internal wisdom?Your body has been sending you signals all along. The restlessness, the way certain environments affect you, what makes tension ease, how different activities impact your sleep, which relationships leave you energised vs. drained.These aren't just symptoms to be categorised. They're intelligence. Information. Your system trying to communicate.My Questions for This Community ♡1. When was the last time you asked your body what it needed, rather than asking a professional what's wrong with it?2. What have you noticed about your own system that no diagnosis quite captures?3. What environments, activities, or practices actually help you feel more regulated - regardless of any label?4. How might we honour both external expertise AND internal wisdom?5. What is your nervous system trying to tell you right now?Let's start a different kind of conversation ~ What are you noticing about your own system today?

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j2mhall|Senior Contributor|Last message about 13 hours ago
Voices

I'm desperate, I get voices that keep coming back! What can I do to escape them

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j2mhall|Senior Contributor|Last message about 11 hours ago
Trauma

Hi, roughly once a week I go through a phase, in which I feel trauma, due to scary voices. Does any one know where I can go to not feel them?

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Tarmac_6|Senior Contributor|Last message about 8 hours ago
Friendship Drama

Hi everyone,I need some honest advice on if I'm in the wrong and I guess how I can move forward. I have a friend who has ocd and anxiety and one of her biggest worries is being a bad person and that therefore everyone including her family will leave her. I had a few people make comments to me about her being touchy when we were drinking and it making other people uncomfortable. I felt pressured to tell her by other friends as some of them had brought it up to me multiple times and I'm probably the closest to her. I told her and it made her really spiral and she got quite upset and I'm worried I now made the wrong choice and let myself be talked into doing the wrong thing. I was trying to keep her accountable and not upset other people but it was also just a mistake she made and no bad intent on her side and I don't think she deserves to feel like a bad person. I also have experienced times where I have made a mistake and found out people were talking about it and me behind my back and it really upset me and all I wanted was for someone to say it to my face. So I was also worried about her finding out like that and I thought it might be better if I told her. I have tried to reassure her (I know it's a cycle and not always helpful) that I am not leaving and she's not a bad person but I don't think it's working and I don't know what else to do. I feel like a bad friend. 

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SonicPixel|Casual Contributor|Last message about 21 hours ago
Looking for friends

Does anyone know of anywhere that does group sessions in Perth or if there is a group who just hang out. I love the group sessions on here and I feel comfortable around people similar to me. It’s to hard to maintain friendships when people don’t understand you. any help would be great 

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Fullofhope79|Contributor|Last message about 21 hours ago
Will marriage counseling help?

My hubby suffers depression and has been sliding lately.  He feels its because of our relationship which i feel may contribute a small amount.  Has marriage counseling helped anyone or does it need to ve more focused on the individual first? Or can they work together?  Man this reads so messy, im sorry. Very overwhelmed at the moment.  Feel like im failing terribly.  

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Fullofhope79|Contributor|Last message about 10 hours ago
So overwhelmed need support

So we managed to organise phsychs for both of us and counseling for our marriage. But im just so tired. I'm tired of the anger of feeling shut out of the lack of communication.  I'm trying I really am but I just want to cry and quit all at once.  Could really use a bit of love from someone who gets it. 

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Appleblossom|Community Elder|Last message about 18 hours ago
Metabolic approaches to mental health

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AxZcsF1lTo  I don’t know the full story about all of this, but I have known a few older people, myself included who are going at least low carb, if not total ketogenic diets. Worth knowing about these studies.

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