Skip to main content

Mental Health Carer Forum

Forums

Connect with people who understand what you are going through, seek advice and surround yourself with support. We're free, anonymous, and professionally moderated 24/7.

  • 47,412Members
  • 1,212,417Posts
  • 1,400,000Visitors
Re: I think I need advice on settings boundaries with my mother
  • Author : outlander
  • Support : 2
  • Topic : Friends, families and carers
17 Oct 2018 12:42 AM
Community Guide
hi @familymember and welcome!

@Faith-and-Hope is really good at helping with boundaries. F&H i cant find the link on boundaries you shared with me.. do you still have it as its really good.

One thing i have learnt is to try to take a step back. my family is quite over bearing and have very high expectations of me so cna understnd abit of whats happening for you you so when things start to get overwhelming i try to just get away and have a breather evne for a few minutes, sometimes i use the bathroom excuse and just spend a minute of deep breathing to regather myself.

Another thing is to increase my self care after a visit from them or when ive hd a rough interaction. something that just brings abit of peace for me its arts and crafts, others like gardening..
Sort by:

My favourites

Members feature!Log in to add spaces, events and discussions to your favourites.
Guidelines and technical support
Crisis support

SANE services are not designed for crisis support. If you require immediate support, please contact one of the service providers below.

If you need urgent assistance, see Need help now
For mental health information, support, and referrals, contact SANE Support Services
SANE Forums is published by SANE with funding from the Australian Government Department of Health
SANE - ABN 92 006 533 606
PO Box 1226, Carlton VIC 3053

Supporting and promoting the well-being of mental health carers and their families.
Mental Health Carers Austalia.

Our Mission
To be the voice of mental health carers to enable the best life possible.

Get In Touch With Us
We're here to support and promote the well-being of mental health carers and their families

Mental Health Carers Australia is the only national advocacy group solely concerned with the well-being and promotion of the needs of mental health carers.

Supporting and promoting the well-being of mental health carers and their families.
Mental Health Carers Austalia.

Our Mission
To be the voice of mental health carers to enable the best life possible.

Get In Touch With Us
We're here to support and promote the well-being of mental health carers and their families

Mental Health Carers Australia is the only national advocacy group solely concerned with the well-being and promotion of the needs of mental health carers.