Depression

[krbrooking]

Constantly getting called a winger mostly in jest but some that are nasty about it.... getting sick of it !!!!! I grew up dirt poor and in the worst parts of this country with guns stabbings people beaten to death robbery drugs ...... I am proud that I made it through all that and have 2 brilliant kids and the most loving wife.. Yes i carry on but it far better than where I was heading before I met Mags.... so back off and dont tell me to take it easy princess !!!!!

Mate after all you and your family have been through this year and you are still able to get up every morning and put a smile on your face, is a credit to your character and the kind of person you are a lot of other ppl would not be still standing as tall as you.

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[TheFlyingBadger]

Just a reminder for anyone who's in the golden west that the Western Patrol Club have a guest speaker from Beyond Blue at their meeting tonight. Christmas (and the run up to it) are some of the toughest times of the year for people who suffer from depression (speaking from personal experience as well as what the stats apparently say), I'm not sure what tonight's talk is going to cover - but if it even helps 1 person by 1% then it's been a worthwhile exercise.

Meeting is at 7:00 at Belmont Sports & Rec Club, corner of Abernethy Rd and Keane St. Get there early so that we can all talk crap in the car park.

[mudnut]

It is now 18 years since I sustained my work related injury (upper spinal injury). 15 years ago I was sacked because of the injury and other health issues brought on by the situation.

After an initial phase, I made the decision not to fight for workers comp as I witnessed the devastating effect the system had on a co-worker and his family. He eventually won his case, but the price he paid, in my opinion was far too great. I was also in a bad state of mind then as well.

I am so very blessed to still have my family after all I have put them through.

I know many spouses would have been unable to stay, in such terrible circumstances and I am taking this opportunity to to thank my loving wife.

There are so many of you that are battling far worse things than me. Please believe me that my thoughts are with you and I wish you all the best in turning your struggle into victory.

This forum has been an absolute godsend, as all the friends I have made in this area have been forced to move away because of lack of employment or failing health. I have met so many good people here and the forum has kick started a new social life, albeit an electronic one.

[threedogs]

@ MN I completely understand the heart ache and frustration an injury can have not only on your self but your wife and children as well.
My youngest son is having his first fight tomorrow and I have not lifted him up once as a baby and that plays on my mind a lot.
Not going to try it now the bugger weighs in at 93kg lol.
For those with an injury feel free to PM as often as you like I've been going through this shite since Sept 18 1991.
I still feel let down by the system, and as some of you know you are only a number.
Not once has any one from the insurance Co rang and said "How are you today John can we do anything to help"
Yeah right thats gunna happen, No point whinging cause after so long it all falls on deaf ears, none of your mates call any more etc.
I've always been a loner so it looks like it will stay that way.
As for the back I'm putting up with it until I can see the surgeon about what we can do next if nothing I will be devastated, but
I'll cross that bridge when I get to it, rant over for now but better for it

[mudnut]

I could rage for a long time about the system and how it degrades the injured worker. The insurance companies have a duty of care, but they are in the business to make a profit.

[growler2058]

Feel a bit better today after a co-worker died at work Thursday. I've till got his dead eyes in my head whenever I think about what happened. Will be chatting to a councillor Monday I think

[Woof]

Feel a bit better today after a co-worker died at work Thursday. I've till got his dead eyes in my head whenever I think about what happened. Will be chatting to a councillor Monday I think

Don't think about it mate, do it

[TPC]

As doggy said, just do it, talking helps.

[93patrol]

Chin up growler.

Talking to a counsellor or even a mate is the best help you can get mate. And not to mention we are here as well.

Same goes for everyone on here

[oncedisturbed]

With all the crap going on with my back and being shafted, treated like dirt from the employer and insurance, not making things easy or pleasant at the moment as it looks like I will be out of a job and also lose the patrol.

To top it off, my ex father in law (we were both very close regardless of splitting up with his daughter 14yrs ago), was given 2-3 months left due to a rapid cancer, passed away 24hrs later, just after lunch today, has not made things any easier.

Have never met a more kind or steadfast man (besides my own pop before he passed) who was my sons inspiration and rock to take up soccer.

As others have said, everyone at some point, needs an ear to bend or shoulder to lean upon, for those who are unsure, take that 1st step as the following steps become easier to cope over time.