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#3387198 26-Jun-2025 13:37

Today my mental health took a battering, after the unexpected sudden loss of a friend who I know from my Low n Slow BBQ community. I have spent many hours with him over the last 6 years during my judging stints and he was one of the people who's face appeared when I thought about or remembered my time in BBQ. He will be sorely missed.

He was quite the character, and the world is a worse place without him.

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#3387201 26-Jun-2025 13:55

networkn:

Today my mental health took a battering, after the unexpected sudden loss of a friend who I know from my Low n Slow BBQ community. I have spent many hours with him over the last 6 years during my judging stints and he was one of the people who's face appeared when I thought about or remembered my time in BBQ. He will be sorely missed.

He was quite the character, and the world is a worse place without him.

I am very sorry for your loss. It sucks like hell and there is absolutely nothing you can do about it. Time will ease the sharpness of the pain. Take care.

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#3387213 26-Jun-2025 15:30

@networkn Commiserations. It's always such a tough thing to deal with. You’d think we would get used to loss being part of life but there’s no sugarcoating that can fix the sadness. There will be so many times he will continue to wander nostalgically into your thoughts but the sadness does eventually dim into a fond memory.

It's a stark reminder of our vulnerability so hug the family and find peace and gratefulness for those you have close.

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#3387269 26-Jun-2025 18:41

Many thoughts for you, Andre

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#3388072 29-Jun-2025 17:09

Sorry to hear. Meanwhile, my own mental health has been largely under control, despite the deteriorating geopolitical outlook and vibecession.

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#3399965 4-Aug-2025 18:46

I'm autistic and living alone I don't have any friends or family near by so I was wondering is anybody on here live near Liven because being alone all the time isn't good for my mental health.

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#3400018 4-Aug-2025 19:45

BoredNerd:

I'm autistic and living alone I don't have any friends or family near by so I was wondering is anybody on here live near Liven because being alone all the time isn't good for my mental health.

Hi that must get lonely. Am wondering where Liven is. Is it a misspelling and you mean Levin? That’s such a community minded place with great pies.

Have you considered going to your local community centre to see what is available. Usually they have heaps of activities to suit all ages. You could join their mailing list so you keep up to date with all the happenings. Maybe join an exercise or dance class. There’s always a chance there to make new friends and when class ends to have a coffee somewhere. Another way to make friends is to volunteer at the hospice shop or some other similar place. I believe they have an SPCA there as well so maybe you can ask if they need help with the animals. A cat or a dog at home is also marvellous company.

The main thing is to get out of the house, it’s the best way to meet people.

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#3400059 4-Aug-2025 22:47

BoredNerd: I'm autistic and living alone I don't have any friends or family near by so I was wondering is anybody on here live near Liven because being alone all the time isn't good for my mental health.

Do you play chess? There are chess clubs all over. I used to find it a nice mix of mildly social and antisocial activity. I have to warn you there is no easy way to prepare to be absolutely thrashed by a ten year old prodigy now and then ; )

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#3400124 5-Aug-2025 11:22

Eva888:

BoredNerd:

I'm autistic and living alone I don't have any friends or family near by so I was wondering is anybody on here live near Liven because being alone all the time isn't good for my mental health.

Hi that must get lonely. Am wondering where Liven is. Is it a misspelling and you mean Levin? That’s such a community minded place with great pies.

Have you considered going to your local community centre to see what is available. Usually they have heaps of activities to suit all ages. You could join their mailing list so you keep up to date with all the happenings. Maybe join an exercise or dance class. There’s always a chance there to make new friends and when class ends to have a coffee somewhere. Another way to make friends is to volunteer at the hospice shop or some other similar place. I believe they have an SPCA there as well so maybe you can ask if they need help with the animals. A cat or a dog at home is also marvellous company.

The main thing is to get out of the house, it’s the best way to meet people.

Yes I meant Levin I think I'm slighting dyslexic I'll check out the community centre see what they have.

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#3400126 5-Aug-2025 11:54

@BoredNerd

https://www.horowhenua.govt.nz/News-Events/Events/Event-Calendar?dlv_OC%20CL%20Public%20Events%20Listing=(pageindex=1)

I had a Quick Look and there seems to be heaps to choose from, five pages of activities. Your best bet is to go down there and ask. They will be super knowledgable and may have other suggestions. Remember they need people to participate otherwise the activities close down, so don’t be shy, you are doing them a favour.

If you are proficient in something, maybe you can share your knowledge with others. I see they also have Lego days.

All the best and let us know if you’ve found something that you enjoy.

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