Lived Experience Forum

[tyme]

I'm so glad you hear that you find this space helpful @Captain24 . In my recovery, these forums meant a lot to me - mainly because it was anonymous and I could share my vulnerabilities without the repercussions I would have had in real life. It's sad that so many people out there does understand. Then again, I would have been one NOT to understand if it wasn't for my own MH challenges. Hence I am grateful for the journey (but it was a terribly difficult one).

As for my BIL, thank you for asking. I haven't asked him directly how things are going. Between the hullaballoo of young kids, there's barely time to talk adult talk to him. The little one has got some infection that is all over the body - dr said most likely a reaction from mosquito bites.

So in all, my BIL seems...OKAY. He's staying busy in his field, but I don't think he's bringing in any income. I believe he is working with/for a friend at the moment.... i don't know....

[Snowie]

@Captain24 I am glad you have had some pain relief. I hope it continues that way for your sake. Totally understand the anxiety related to going to the ED. Even though it wouldn't be for your MH, it does end up being a factor.

@tyme I am sorry you have gone through all you have in your life, but at the same time you having gone through everything makes it so easy to relate to you, and for you to understand just what we are going through.

I hope you both are having a relaxing and nice afternoon 🤗🤗

[Captain24]

I have to say I never really understood either. I never realised how debilitating MH can be. @tyme. I have a cousin with anxiety issues and I now get it especially since being in a severe anxiety episode. She also has agoraphobia. I’m now way less judgemental. 

Your poor little nephew. I hope he isn't too itchy and unwell. 

Im glad he is staying busy in his field. If he seems ok that is good. Would he open up if he wasn’t? 

[Captain24]

Thanks @Snowie.

I don’t think I’d be able to hide my anxiety and that would bring up a lot of questions that I’m not sure I’d be able to answer. Especially when they ask what medications I’m on and figure out that I have an MI. 

I’ve just been sitting and watching a movie. 

I hope you are having a relaxing Sunday with your family. 

[tyme]

Most definitely! I agree! @Captain24 - Having gone through my own MH issues, I'm a lot more compassionate now. In the past it was, "Argh, get over it" or "Argh, get over yourself"... now it's more, "I get it...it's tough"

As for my BIL, I hope he speaks up if he's not managing... I really don't know. I'm hoping that is the case.

I'm having a break. I'll be back on later this arvo. I'll chat then.

[Captain24]

Enjoy your break @tyme 

[Snowie]

@Captain24 

It is hard to hide that anxiety. I totally get it with the medications list. I can't remember everything I am on these days, have to have it written down for my sake!!!

Hope the movie way a good one. Just sitting down for an afternoon of Footy. Hawks vs Bombers. I hope the Hawks win, or else I will have a cranky Husband and son!! 😁😁 

[Captain24]

The list of meds is out of control! Im glad you have it written down.

The movie is ok. The 2 I watch last night were amazing 

I don’t follow AFL @Snowie. But if I did I’d go for the tigers. My NRL team is the tigers. 

[tyme]

Oopsss... read the wrong time. I'm having a break a bit later lol... so I'm still here @Captain24 

Hi @Snowie  🙂

[Snowie]

@Captain24 yep I have my meds all written down. I guess they are helping so need to stay on them.

I was brought up an AFL fan and my kids are too. They didn't have a choice who they barrack for!!

I hope your NRL team have a good season this year 😊

It sounds like watching movies has been a good distraction lately. 

Hi @tyme 😁😁