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Tug42 Casual Contributor
Hi. I have lived with depression for a long time. On reading a book on depression I was reminded of the value of peer support. I experienced a face to face group some time ago and found it useful. Unfortunately there are no such groups near me so I thought I'd try SANE forums. If anyone has any advice about how to use this site and where to go to meet people with a similar challenge, I'd love to hear from you
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BeautifuColour Contributor
I just started here too.
I feel especially down today, but I know it passes, even though I feel it won't.
Best wishes to you.
I will give myself credit for all the efforts I make today.
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MissGremlin Senior Contributor
Hello @Tug42 and @BeautifuColour, welcome to the forums ☺️
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BeautifuColour Contributor
Thanks! 🙂
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FeelingStuck Contributor
Hi @Tug42 , welcome to SANE. :) . Well done for reaching out. It can be hard to take that step but you should be proud of yourself for doing that. <3 . I've lived with depression for fifteen years so I understand how that effects you and everything that you do.
What's worked for me when I'm in a depressive state is doing small things and taking them as a win. Like getting up and making the bed or brushing my hair. And being kind to yourself is important. Do things that you make you feel good.
I hope you find the support that works for you on SANE.
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Eve7 Senior Contributor
Hi @Tug42 and welcome to the forums. There have been lots of changes to the format recently so most of us are trying to find our way around again.
Please feel free to ask any questions and hopefully someone will have an answer.
The peer support on here is great.
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Tug42 Casual Contributor
Thanks. Do you know if there are there any online groups where people meet in real time to support each other? I've heard of GROW.
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Tug42 Casual Contributor
Thanks for the welcome. I hope you feel better soon. When you do, let me know what worked?
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Tug42 Casual Contributor
Thanks for the welcome and the encouragement
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Tug42 Casual Contributor
Sorry to hear that but thanks for the welcome. Maybe when you're feeling better you could share what helped?
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Tug42 Casual Contributor
Apologies if I've got my replies mixed up! I'm still getting used to the forum interface!!
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