Depression

[Clunk]

Struggling with motivation today after a huge flare up yesterday, pain killers and anti inflammatorys not working........ tomorrow will be a better day

[growler2058]

What have you done to yourself clunky?

[growler2058]

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

Had a mate from work over today working on his Mav. Chatted about it and felt good, no sadness at all

[taslucas]

Had a mate from work over today working on his Mav. Chatted about it and felt good, no sadness at all

Ofcourse not, they're basically a gq!




Just kidding mate, that's good to hear :-)

[Clunk]

What have you done to yourself clunky?

nowt mate, just the A.S. givin it loads

[93patrol]

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.

Sorry to hear that OD. It's amazing the people you connect with. All the best mate and if you need a chat just let me know.

[cgm]

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.

Mudnut, it's definitely good that you are feeling at home here. I don't post too much here, but I read a lot and I keep noticing how you always seem to be positive or at least looking for the positive. It always encourages me. Maybe you don't always feel that way, but that's the way it seems to come across to me.

And as for those birds and their nest - spoilt rotten. Good to have you around.

[mudnut]

Aww, shucks. Thanks mate. I'm not just at home, I'm addicted.

[Gecko17]

Was feeling a bit down today as, in a fit of madness and stupidity, I volunteered to work another swing, at a different site, over Christmas. Never been big on Christmas but will miss seeing my daughter who has been excited for weeks....

But after seeing what you other guys have/are going through, I quickly realise I have fark all to whinge about.

Merry Christmas all.

[Stropp]

well done gecko mate of mine does that as he is single so lets the other married blokes on the rig go home