Resource Depression/Anxiety the silent killers - everyday is RUOK day. #SpeakUpStayChatTy

[disco_cowboy]

sad reminder to that this is a very real problem. got the call yesterday about a mate who thought there were no more options.

look after yourself and your mates.

 

[Makeshift Park]

sad reminder to that this is a very real problem. got the call yesterday about a mate who thought there were no more options.

look after yourself and your mates.

Sorry to hear that mate.

 

[Kangaroos4eva]

I have been a bit up and down since moving to Canberra for my career several months ago, away from all family. The place is very cliquey and the dating pool is a shocker. I have friends here, but it’s not the same as loved ones. Never felt lonelier tbh.

Things haven’t improved. I feel the black dog on my back gets bigger every day and he is winning.

 

[Hojuman]

Things haven’t improved. I feel the black dog on my back gets bigger every day and he is winning.

You got good G.P. support K4E ? Meds ?

 

[Luke72]

Things haven’t improved. I feel the black dog on my back gets bigger every day and he is winning.

Sounds like the job isn’t worth it.

 

[Kangaroos4eva]

You got good G.P. support K4E ? Meds ?

GP is solid, but never felt meds did me much good when it comes to my mental health. Already talking through a possible transition within work to help.

 

[Kangaroos4eva]

Sounds like the job isn’t worth it.

I love the job, but that cost benefit is out of whack atm.

 

[Hojuman]

GP is solid, but never felt meds did me much good when it comes to my mental health. Already talking through a possible transition within work to help.

I was a bit the same with the meds to be honest. Think psychological for me, " l'm taking them so l should feel better "

Keep forging forward mate.

 

[Emma12]

I love the job, but that cost benefit is out of whack atm.

How you going K4eva this week
Hopefully work has got you through
I eventually gave up a job I loved due to the stress it was causing me
Best job ever but not worth the sacrifice in the end
Just remember your health is more important than your job

 

[Kangaroos4eva]

How you going K4eva this week
Hopefully work has got you through
I eventually gave up a job I loved due to the stress it was causing me
Best job ever but not worth the sacrifice in the end
Just remember your health is more important than your job

A bit better, thanks. Still working through a transition plan.

Really pleased that change worked for you.

 

[Emma12]

A bit better, thanks. Still working through a transition plan.

Really pleased that change worked for you.

Hi K4eva
Just thought I would see how your going
Have things picked up for you??
Hopefully so
Footy season is over for us Roos supporters so we can look forward to the positives of next year
Whilst we don’t know each other if you ever need to have a chat send me a pm
More than happy to chat as I am sure some of other Bigfooty gang are

 

[Kangaroos4eva]

Hi K4eva
Just thought I would see how your going
Have things picked up for you??
Hopefully so
Footy season is over for us Roos supporters so we can look forward to the positives of next year
Whilst we don’t know each other if you ever need to have a chat send me a pm
More than happy to chat as I am sure some of other Bigfooty gang are

Hi Emma,

Thanks, I appreciate the very kind check in and offer.

I am doing a bit better now, but I need to take it a day at a time. Exercise helps a lot.

Thanks, K4E

 

[tales129]

My best man at my wedding, my cousin, effectively my brother passed this morning.

A long time battle with depression and anxiety which lead to significant issues with pain killers and ultimately a large brain injury from a car crash in the last 18 months. Was never the same post the crash, and his mother found him this morning when he didn’t arrive to work.

Unfortunately I’m in Italy and haven’t got a full grasp on it all yet - but sounds as though it was accidental and he had been mixing pills to sleep each night.

Utterly devastating. Was loved by all - so just know that even if you are coping for the minute but pushing the edge on substance it can only take one slip and it’s all gone.

For all those out there fighting their own demons please reach out and speak to others. The world is a much better place living in it than removing yourself from it.

 

[Makeshift Park]

My best man at my wedding, my cousin, effectively my brother passed this morning.

A long time battle with depression and anxiety which lead to significant issues with pain killers and ultimately a large brain injury from a car crash in the last 18 months. Was never the same post the crash, and his mother found him this morning when he didn’t arrive to work.

Unfortunately I’m in Italy and haven’t got a full grasp on it all yet - but sounds as though it was accidental and he had been mixing pills to sleep each night.

Utterly devastating. Was loved by all - so just know that even if you are coping for the minute but pushing the edge on substance it can only take one slip and it’s all gone.

For all those out there fighting their own demons please reach out and speak to others. The world is a much better place living in it than removing yourself from it.

I’m so sorry tales129

 

[Luke72]

That’s horrible news. I hope you can still enjoy your trip. Brain injuries are can be really terrible with the lingering effects.

 

[tales129]

That’s horrible news. I hope you can still enjoy your trip. Brain injuries are can be really terrible with the lingering effects.

Trip is fine. I have to tell my 5yo how his favourite uncle is no longer here.

The flight back will be miserable.

Ironically we tasted at a winery today where we drank a bottle from when we got our wedding suits sorted. Of all the wines they showed that was missing today.

Keep the ones you love tight as ****

 

[gokangas]

My best man at my wedding, my cousin, effectively my brother passed this morning.

A long time battle with depression and anxiety which lead to significant issues with pain killers and ultimately a large brain injury from a car crash in the last 18 months. Was never the same post the crash, and his mother found him this morning when he didn’t arrive to work.

Unfortunately I’m in Italy and haven’t got a full grasp on it all yet - but sounds as though it was accidental and he had been mixing pills to sleep each night.

Utterly devastating. Was loved by all - so just know that even if you are coping for the minute but pushing the edge on substance it can only take one slip and it’s all gone.

For all those out there fighting their own demons please reach out and speak to others. The world is a much better place living in it than removing yourself from it.

Sad news. Rest in peace. Condolences to you and your family tales......

 

[Ligma]

My best man at my wedding, my cousin, effectively my brother passed this morning.

A long time battle with depression and anxiety which lead to significant issues with pain killers and ultimately a large brain injury from a car crash in the last 18 months. Was never the same post the crash, and his mother found him this morning when he didn’t arrive to work.

Unfortunately I’m in Italy and haven’t got a full grasp on it all yet - but sounds as though it was accidental and he had been mixing pills to sleep each night.

Utterly devastating. Was loved by all - so just know that even if you are coping for the minute but pushing the edge on substance it can only take one slip and it’s all gone.

For all those out there fighting their own demons please reach out and speak to others. The world is a much better place living in it than removing yourself from it.

Sorry for your loss

 

[Ligma]

I work with one other admin and it can be sunshine and rainbows one day and the next it can be hell.

And today it was hell (kinda lol)

I have been sick with a cold and this week admittedly the work load has been lighter especially now having an extra helper in the office. And I’m a yapper and love to have a chat (maybe one too many)

Anyways, comes to an hour before we leave and my other admin confronts me about “being already checked out” because I’m leaving this role to upgrade. And that she sees all this work on my desk, which is majority not urgent work (eg. filing, more searching for info to then FILE and work that doesn’t need to be at court or to someone) and tries to basically say that I’m not doing my share because as said before I’m “checked out”.

I am quite offended, because for nearly the majority of time I’ve been in this role I’ve had to cover her when she hasn’t been able to come into work due to her medical issues. Like I am talking weeks at a time.

In plain terms, I feel like shit, I can’t like think about it and not tear up and I nearly cried after lol. I don’t even know if I will be able to talk to her the same. She did apologise but I just get a fire in my belly to prove people wrong.

I don’t want to get to the point where I’m anxious to go into work because I do have a lot of fun there. Ugh!!

 

[Emma12]

I work with one other admin and it can be sunshine and rainbows one day and the next it can be hell.

And today it was hell (kinda lol)

I have been sick with a cold and this week admittedly the work load has been lighter especially now having an extra helper in the office. And I’m a yapper and love to have a chat (maybe one too many)

Anyways, comes to an hour before we leave and my other admin confronts me about “being already checked out” because I’m leaving this role to upgrade. And that she sees all this work on my desk, which is majority not urgent work (eg. filing, more searching for info to then FILE and work that doesn’t need to be at court or to someone) and tries to basically say that I’m not doing my share because as said before I’m “checked out”.

I am quite offended, because for nearly the majority of time I’ve been in this role I’ve had to cover her when she hasn’t been able to come into work due to her medical issues. Like I am talking weeks at a time.

In plain terms, I feel like shit, I can’t like think about it and not tear up and I nearly cried after lol. I don’t even know if I will be able to talk to her the same. She did apologise but I just get a fire in my belly to prove people wrong.

I don’t want to get to the point where I’m anxious to go into work because I do have a lot of fun there. Ugh!!

Hi Ligma
How you feeling now
Unfortunately when we work with more than ourselves there can be issues
I know it sounds stupid don’t take what she said personally, it is often a way of reinforcing our own insecurities by attacking others when we feel deficient
Ask her to explain what she meant which will put it back on her to explain her position
But be ready to forgive, none of us are perfect and there are many things that can effect how we feel/react to a situation
Be strong & good luck

 

[Ligma]

Hi Ligma
How you feeling now
Unfortunately when we work with more than ourselves there can be issues
I know it sounds stupid don’t take what she said personally, it is often a way of reinforcing our own insecurities by attacking others when we feel deficient
Ask her to explain what she meant which will put it back on her to explain her position
But be ready to forgive, none of us are perfect and there are many things that can effect how we feel/react to a situation
Be strong & good luck

Hey,

I’m feeling ok just because I rocked up to work and she wasn’t in, she usually texts me and the boss if she isn’t gonna be in but she didn’t which makes me feel like it’s related to me.

I try not to but I take pride in what I do lol but I am trying!!

 

[Ligma]

Holy moly

I’ve been watching the interviews about Charlotte O’Brien. She was only 12 when she recently took her own life after relentless bullying by girls from her own school.

I hope these bullies get punished, schools don’t do enough to stop it.

 

[ferball]

I spoke to someone in the post office last week. Saw them driving past twice (so I waved) in the last few days and today stood behind my crewmate while he gave their mangled corpse CPR for half an hour till the ambos arrived to pronounce her dead.

**** it!!! Some days are just shithouse.

 

[Luke72]

I spoke to someone in the post office last week. Saw them driving past twice (so I waved) in the last few days and today stood behind my crewmate while he gave their mangled corpse CPR for half an hour till the ambos arrived to pronounce her dead.

**** it!!! Some days are just shithouse.

Bloody hell Ferbs, that sounds horrendous. I hope you’re ok.

 

[ferball]

Bloody hell Ferbs, that sounds horrendous. I hope you’re ok.

I dunno to be honest. Ask me in a couple of days.

It was pretty ****ed.

I'm normally asleep by now but I don't think i can go to bed yet. But we've got good support, numbers I can call if i need them and someone will definitely call me in the next few days from critical incident stress management team.

My brother just sent me a message so i'll call him now. Cheers.