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Discussion & help on depression & mental health related issues

goodisonopheliac said:
I'm trying to. Right now I'm in a ton of pain from smashing my head against a wall last night.
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How are you doing today?

A good few years back I used to really take it hard when we lost or played badly. I would go on rants on social media and show myself up a bit. Looking back I had other problems, anxiety, depression and my dad's drinking. It all seemed to come to the surface when we played and I used Everton as my outlet. Try to get to the route cause of what is bothering you and work on it.

Keep in touch on here. We're all here to help and support you.
 
I don't go on Twitter anymore except for my backup account, which is Sheffield Wednesday-related. Yes, I know supporting two teams is evil, no, I don't care. Wednesday don't do this to me though, I don't know why.

Twitter just makes everything worse. I bet anything that some of our fans were wishing some of the squad or Silva had been on that plane instead of poor Emiliano Sala. :( I wouldn't put it past some people. I mean, I've seen other fans saying they hope Kenwright dies.
 
goodisonopheliac said:
I don't go on Twitter anymore except for my backup account, which is Sheffield Wednesday-related. Yes, I know supporting two teams is evil, no, I don't care. Wednesday don't do this to me though, I don't know why.

Twitter just makes everything worse. I bet anything that some of our fans were wishing some of the squad or Silva had been on that plane instead of poor Emiliano Sala. :( I wouldn't put it past some people. I mean, I've seen other fans saying they hope Kenwright dies.
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People can be cruel. People that have been granted anonymity on the internet can be downright hostile and insufferable with no regard for the effects of their words or actions. They aren't "saying it" to a person, they are typing it into a machine. That gives these keyboard warriors vigor. It's a disgraceful personality trait on their end, not yours.
 
goodisonopheliac said:
I don't go on Twitter anymore except for my backup account, which is Sheffield Wednesday-related. Yes, I know supporting two teams is evil, no, I don't care. Wednesday don't do this to me though, I don't know why.

Twitter just makes everything worse. I bet anything that some of our fans were wishing some of the squad or Silva had been on that plane instead of poor Emiliano Sala. :( I wouldn't put it past some people. I mean, I've seen other fans saying they hope Kenwright dies.
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One truth that is certain is that there are people about who are evil, or stupid, or psychotic, or sociopathic. Lots of them go out and shout loudly for attention as it's the only way they'll get it. Fortunately these are in the minority. For every Muppet on Twitter who types some twisted , sick comment, there are thousands of normal lovely people who are typing nothing. Keep reminding yourself of that. Don't be disappointed when you come across the inevitable crank. Never take to heart what a stranger says, or take seriously a comment unless it is from somebody who's opinion you value.
 

It's amazing the amount of services that have gone for those with problems just in Liverpool city centre alone, I don't recognise this country when I grew up people actually cared about the vulnerable in society. The loss of community spirit as well, no wonder our prisons are full and so many people mainly men have mental health problems.
 
10 years ago today I was on the back of a Fire Truck heading into the worst Natural disaster Victoria had ever seen. Didn't know it at the time but we eventually understood that 173 people lost their lives in that inferno.
Clearly, we got out & managed to get 3 civilians out as well but, there was precious little else we could do.
My life changed that day. Not in a significant way but enough to damage my career in a small way. I looked for answers about the changes & PTSD was ruled out, which was a blessing but also a 'curse' in that there was no "Oh thats why" moment for me.
We didn't know what was ahead for us that day. We had no idea what effect it would have on us, but even knowing, we would have still gone in. I was lucky in that I was sheltering on the back of the truck through the worst of the fire front & our eventual escape. Our Driver saw things which he shared with me...and I wish he hadn't...but it helped him to talk about it & so, that was ok by me.
I'm ok looking back on it now. Maybe a few years after, I couldn't stop thinking about what else we could have done or if we could have done more. I'm content to now know & realise that we did enough that day.

I'm not sure I really have a point to this post but I guess Life will keep throwing things at you when you least expect it. Throw it back & keep going.

Thanks for reading.
 

BiggyRat said:
10 years ago today I was on the back of a Fire Truck heading into the worst Natural disaster Victoria had ever seen. Didn't know it at the time but we eventually understood that 173 people lost their lives in that inferno.
Clearly, we got out & managed to get 3 civilians out as well but, there was precious little else we could do.
My life changed that day. Not in a significant way but enough to damage my career in a small way. I looked for answers about the changes & PTSD was ruled out, which was a blessing but also a 'curse' in that there was no "Oh thats why" moment for me.
We didn't know what was ahead for us that day. We had no idea what effect it would have on us, but even knowing, we would have still gone in. I was lucky in that I was sheltering on the back of the truck through the worst of the fire front & our eventual escape. Our Driver saw things which he shared with me...and I wish he hadn't...but it helped him to talk about it & so, that was ok by me.
I'm ok looking back on it now. Maybe a few years after, I couldn't stop thinking about what else we could have done or if we could have done more. I'm content to now know & realise that we did enough that day.

I'm not sure I really have a point to this post but I guess Life will keep throwing things at you when you least expect it. Throw it back & keep going.

Thanks for reading.
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So very true. If you knew what was ahead of you some days you would never get out of bed. Last month I went to the funeral of an 8 year old, a good friend was diagnosed with cancer of the oesophagus and my best friend's Mum died. Glad to see the back of it. I'm in a fortunate place where I can move on and let it go. This month is better - my friend has good news about his treatment and prognosis; the family of the 8 year old are setting up a charitable foundation as his legacy because they want something positive to come from their tragedy (he had the same thing as Bradley Lowery). You absolutely do have to keep going. We are all too precious, no matter how much we disbelieve that, not to.
 
Nymzee said:
Mental Health Tip of the Day: Don't have a Twitter account.
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I only use my backup Twitter, which is curated heavily.
JelavicBrate2 said:
It's amazing the amount of services that have gone for those with problems just in Liverpool city centre alone, I don't recognise this country when I grew up people actually cared about the vulnerable in society. The loss of community spirit as well, no wonder our prisons are full and so many people mainly men have mental health problems.
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Manchester as well. I've never seen so many homeless people, not to mention the spice epidemic.
 
Been quiet for the past few weeks, Had stuff going on.

Landed a new job thankfully but fell out personally with a certain family member. He mocked my mental health problems which I'd confided in him about. Showed me his true colours and therefore I've decided to permanently cut ties.

I'm very nervous about the future but hopeful it all works out for the best. :)
 
EFCPaul said:
Been quiet for the past few weeks, Had stuff going on.

Landed a new job thankfully but fell out personally with a certain family member. He mocked my mental health problems which I'd confided in him about. Showed me his true colours and therefore I've decided to permanently cut ties.

I'm very nervous about the future but hopeful it all works out for the best. :)
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Congratulations on the new job at least thats one less thing to worry about. With regards to the family member it is the right decision as you don't need that type of person in your life, particularly not someone you confided in and should be more understanding!

I hope it all works out for you!!
 
EFCPaul said:
Been quiet for the past few weeks, Had stuff going on.

Landed a new job thankfully but fell out personally with a certain family member. He mocked my mental health problems which I'd confided in him about. Showed me his true colours and therefore I've decided to permanently cut ties.

I'm very nervous about the future but hopeful it all works out for the best. :)
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Good luck with the job.
 

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