Hello, first time forum user. I am a woman in my late 30s in a de facto relationship with no kids. I found SANE via lifeline as I was just so fed up with my anxiety. I try to be proactive in managing my mental health as I’m no rookie. But I’m reaching the point where I don’t remember not being anxious and that saddens me. In addition to generalised anxiety I also have health anxiety and OCD. I was also diagnosed with autism later in life which has greatly helped in providing context for some repetitive thoughts and behaviours. Anyway, just wanted to say hi and I’ll keep exploring around.
A few fun facts about me:
- I recently learned sashiko (a Japanese embroidery/mending method) I find the repetitive patterns really satisfying and beautiful in there simplicity.
- I FINALLY graduated university at 37. It was an incredibly long road as I was not able to cope in tertiary education adequately and had a lot of fails and stopped and started heaps. But being diagnosed as autistic helped me learn not only my limitations but allowed me to tap into my strengths. This year I have been accepted into an honours program.
- I love knitting, crocheting, reading and turn-based video games (like civs)
so hi 👋. I will see all of you around the forums.
