Hello

[Eclipsefairies]

Hi, I’m new here. I’ve been feeling really overwhelmed and anxious after a difficult experience at work, relationships and health issues. I’m just looking for a supportive place to talk and get advice on how to cope and protect my mental health.

[CalmOwl]

Hi there @Eclipsefairies , 

  

We wanted to take this opportunity to welcome you to the forums. 

Seems like things have been quite overwhelming for you to cope with, and I can hear how it has impacted your mental health wellbeing. I'm glad that you have found this platform to get the support you deserve.

I'm sure that the community will have some insights to share with you soon! 

  

Take care 

[Eclipsefairies]

Thank you 

I uhh don’t exactly know where I go or exactly who to really talk to or find the right support so any help or advice form anyone would be greatly appreciated 

[RiverSeal]

Hey @Eclipsefairies, thank you for reaching out to the community!

It's hard to know where to go and what to do with our mental health as often getting started can be a challenge. I'm sure the community with have some insights to share with you and I will list a few things here to get you started on the Forums.

• https://saneforums.org/t5/Social-space/How-To/m-p/1562864/highlight/true#M408212

• https://saneforums.org/t5/Events-and-updates/SANE-Voices-Newsletter-Edition-2/m-p/1745399/highlight/...

• https://saneforums.org/t5/Welcome-and-getting-started/Welcome-Introduce-yourself-here/m-p/1149480/hi...

• https://saneforums.org/t5/Welcome-and-getting-started/How-To-Recovery-Focused-Posting/m-p/1673390/hi...

It can also be helpful to have crisis support number in our contacts so they are easially accessable when we are in the moment:

Lifeline: 13 11 14 or Lifeline Chat 

Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 or Beyond Blue Webchat

1800 RESPECT: 1800 737 732, www.1800respect.org.au 

Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 or Online Counselling 

Samaritans: 135 247 (24/7)

Listen Well: 1300 111 500 https://www.wellways.org/our-services/listenwell-warmline/

If in immediate danger: 000  www.triplezero.gov.au/triple-zero/How-to-Call-000

I encourage you to continue to reach out to your peers and stay connected with the community!

Take care

RiverSeal