Struggling with mental health

lavenderfields

@Albus_Scope how do I find online communities? I wouldn't know where to start as I can’t think of what I’d like to try 😔

pburns1337

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/991711#Comment_991711

Well this is an online community, so you found us at least. 🙂 There are all kinds of online groups around, centred on video games, Warhammer, literature fandom like Tolkien. I'm sure with your autism diagnosis you have got some special interests, at least that's what I hear is typical. I spent a lot of time learning about aviation, flight simulators and the like. Also got really into Linux. Nowadays, I'm in my 50's so I've developed an interest in spiritual stuff, meditation, mystic traditions, that kind of thing. Anyway, this thing here run by Mind might be a good starting point: https://sidebyside.mind.org.uk/

lavenderfields

@Albus_Scope unfortunately I’m not one of those who has special interests, or should I say hasn’t found any

Thanks for sharing that link I’ve joined it

lavenderfields

sorry I meant @pburns1337

Dan88

@lavenderfields I am so so sorry you feel this way.
Having been there myself I can sadly say, I know you feel, having been there myself.
But I will say, things defiantly did get better for me and many people I have met along the way who were also struggling with mental health.
Our brains can play nasty tricks on us if we let them, they can convince us we are a burden and lower our moods consistently till we feel we can’t go on. But I am confident you are no burden to your mother or anyone else and there is always some form of help available. Many have mentioned Samaritan service which may be worth a try.
My biggest advice is start journaling, write down your thoughts and feelings (however silly it may seem) also… make this a habit.. for every negative though.. write down 3 things you can find positive in… can be so small.. (eg you have a good relationship with your mother) or you ate your favourite crisps? Consistency is key and it can start to change the way your brain thinks. I also couldn’t leave the house and had no hobbies till I started trying little things to occupy my brain.. a little exercise, drawing, reading.. painting, sewing, crosswords, watching a series, a game, little things that can refocus your brain.
Eventually you’ll find something you find a little joy in.
And I know it’s hard to motivate yourself to do anything when you feel this way.. but it’s always worth a try.
Also this community is really is full of some of the kindest people who will help support you.
sending you lots of love and strength. Things will get better xxx

lavenderfields

@Agnia @Bluebell21 @Albus_Scope @pburns1337

Sorry for adding you all 😅 but hoping you guys can help, I don’t really know how to use this site to connect with other’s/find hobbies/join in.

Do I comment on people’s posts or is there like a chat room I can join? I feel like I’m missing something

lavenderfields

also @Charlie_Scope I responded to your email

lavenderfields

thanks @Dan88 😊

Bluebell21

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/991723#Comment_991723

Hi we do not have a chat room but you might like to try the Coffee Lounge under Categories and the thread How Is Your Day Going. Also under the Coffee Lounge is a thread KaleidoScope - Our Own Gallery for members art work, crafts and photographs where you could get some ideas for hobbies you might like.

You can either post on other members comments or start your own thread by clicking on the Black New Post box at the top of the page.

Just give it a try you cannot really do anything wrong and it would not matter if you did.

Take care.

lavenderfields

thank you @Bluebell21