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Discussion & help on depression & mental health related issues

andy4efc said:
What do you mean the flush mate?
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When you take it a few minutes later you'll get a hot flush in your face chest and maybe even arms,it lasts a few minutes. If you are on anti coagulant medication or blood pressure tablets maybe check with your doctor first. Because it does both of those as well. It was the go to for high cholesterol before Statins and is still used for people who can't tolerate Statins.
 
davids said:
When you take it a few minutes later you'll get a hot flush in your face chest and maybe even arms,it lasts a few minutes. If you are on anti coagulant medication or blood pressure tablets maybe check with your doctor first. Because it does both of those as well. It was the go to for high cholesterol before Statins and is still used for people who can't tolerate Statins.
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Thank you mate, I'll not take one until my appointment on Monday just to clear it all.
 
I've had a rough day, an upsetting day. Every now and then I " lose " it. I get upset and struggle to hold my emotions. A girl I work with - patient - was really struggling. It was very raw, and her story upset me. Don't know how I held it together.

I sorted one or two practicle things for her - debt, meds, benefits - and her mood did lift. She was relieved, she said so. But I feel all she really wanted was a person to listen, to show a bit compassion. She felt hopeless. Things that all of us often take for granted like someone to talk to, to share with, are often not there for people.

Please listen to loved ones and friends, even telling them you want to help them that you do care and will there for them. Not much but for that girl today, it mattered so much. I didn't do anything amazing, I just listened to her and it gave her a bit of hope. Never underestimate how much we can help people by just being there for them, it gives people something to grasp onto and yes, helps restore THEIR faith in humanity.

I needed that today, a reminder why I do the job and why I love it. I felt great afterwards, and all for something that didn't cost much, my time and little compassion. Take care all.
 
Spotty said:
I've had a rough day, an upsetting day. Every now and then I " lose " it. I get upset and struggle to hold my emotions. A girl I work with - patient - was really struggling. It was very raw, and her story upset me. Don't know how I held it together.

I sorted one or two practicle things for her - debt, meds, benefits - and her mood did lift. She was relieved, she said so. But I feel all she really wanted was a person to listen, to show a bit compassion. She felt hopeless. Things that all of us often take for granted like someone to talk to, to share with, are often not there for people.

Please listen to loved ones and friends, even telling them you want to help them that you do care and will there for them. Not much but for that girl today, it mattered so much. I didn't do anything amazing, I just listened to her and it gave her a bit of hope. Never underestimate how much we can help people by just being there for them, it gives people something to grasp onto and yes, helps restore THEIR faith in humanity.

I needed that today, a reminder why I do the job and why I love it. I felt great afterwards, and all for something that didn't cost much, my time and little compassion. Take care all.
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Brilliant mate !!
 

Brendan Janus said:
All I need sometimes is a cuddle !!
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Brendan we sometimes over complicate how we can help those who struggle. Am I doing the right thing? Am I saying the right things.? Its often making yourself available. People often feel alone, that there life is meaningless and people wouldn't care if they were here or not. We all have something to offer. Its ironic in times of social media, easier accessibility, a lot of us feel excluded. I personally subscribe to the thinking that helping others is fantastic for our own mental health.
 
Spotty said:
Brendan we sometimes over complicate how we can help those who struggle. Am I doing the right thing? Am I saying the right things.? Its often making yourself available. People often feel alone, that there life is meaningless and people wouldn't care if they were here or not. We all have something to offer. Its ironic in times of social media, easier accessibility, a lot of us feel excluded. I personally subscribe to the thinking that helping others is fantastic for our own mental health.
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Spot on mate.

A simple phone call or a txt can make a difference to someone who is struggling.

It can make them feel like someone cares about them enough, to get in touch and lift those feelings of worthlessness, that can come from feeling low.
 
I am currently in hospital after an emergency surgery yesterday evening. Honking morphine and in very positive frame of mood after yesterday when I was fearing the worst.

My mate basically stayed with me all yesterday evening and was a star. Being there is a huge help. If you have the ability to be there for someone in need, do it!

I guess he's going to see Orbital without me next week, but I might pass my Everton medical tomorrow.
 
Yarrgh said:
I am currently in hospital after an emergency surgery yesterday evening. Honking morphine and in very positive frame of mood after yesterday when I was fearing the worst.

My mate basically stayed with me all yesterday evening and was a star. Being there is a huge help. If you have the ability to be there for someone in need, do it!

I guess he's going to see Orbital without me next week, but I might pass my Everton medical tomorrow.
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Wishing you all the best and a speedy recovery mate.

Your mate sounds like a goodun 👍
 

Yarrgh said:
I am currently in hospital after an emergency surgery yesterday evening. Honking morphine and in very positive frame of mood after yesterday when I was fearing the worst.

My mate basically stayed with me all yesterday evening and was a star. Being there is a huge help. If you have the ability to be there for someone in need, do it!

I guess he's going to see Orbital without me next week, but I might pass my Everton medical tomorrow.
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Sending best wishes for a speedy recovery. Your friend sounds an absolute diamond, shall I put your name on the team sheet for the bench?💙
 

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