Some members not wanting to talk about the coronavirus on this forum is for a reason. They are very afraid and constantly talking about is really stressing them and they'd really prefer not to hear about it all the time! That's how some people cope, they don't want to be that way and can't help it causing them anxiety.
Now me, I like to hear other people's views on this and could talk about it for ever. However, I've suddenly realised that my view is a little selfish. Just because I find it all riveting, I mustn't ignore the way it makes some of my fellow AF friends on here feel .
With this in mind I think as BobD has suggested it's time we got back to what this forum is all about and that's AF. Of course if COVID19 posts relate to AF, then that's different.
Lets just do our best not to cause stress to others.
Added at 13.51 on 17/03/2020 - I've contacted Rachel to ask if we could have a Coronavirus - COVID19 forum on Health Unlocked
Added at 14.17 on 17/03/2020 Rachel has suggested I contact Health Unlocked with this request. Have just done that via email.
Added 15.23 - CD has just discovered that it's being discussed under the heading HU Latest. Thank you CD.
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Totally agree Jean but we also need to provide a reasoned response to frightened souls who ask valid questions about the possible impact on their AF lives. It’s all about balance . . .
I think it would be a good idea. I am in Australia not in an area affected as yet, but as we are in our 80’s we are in a high risk age group. Isolating ourselves is not a mentally healthy thing to do, especially if it’s going to go on for months. So having a forum might be helpful.
I think so. It helps me to stay connected as we “ socially isolate” here.
In truth, people will continue to ask questions about any links between the Coronavirus and AF and it would be wrong to ignore them as this will only add to their anxieties. However, I suggest that nobody can add to anything meaningful to what has been said many times over and that the kindest and best thing is to refer them to previous posts and official statements.
I see on HU they are encouraging us to talk about it in our forum communities. Doesn't seem fair to cause stress to those who are really anxious about it though.
The downside of a new forum for "IT" will be it may become huge and we shall not "know" people. I totally understand dwelling on things you can't change is anxiety provoking for many and would hate them to lose valuable support because of this.
Yes, I feel comfortable with this group, feels safe, like we could b sharing a cuppa at our breakfast table together! See, Im even learning new terms like cuppa😂😂😂
Aww Im flattered!! We can add a piece of gooseberry pie( Finvola) to the list if someone offers to bake. Im not much of a cook but I like to talk and eat... not necessarily in that order😂😂😂
Hi Jean. My blues song went to down well the other day so you've inspired my to poetry... It's intended to be uplifting but having read your post I'm reluctant to post it here, but will maybe wait to see if there is a specific CV page.
QUOTE ''With this in mind I think as BobD has suggested it's time we got back to what this forum is all about and that's AF. Of course if COVID19 posts relate to AF, then that's different.''
Hi Jean nice try thank you but it seems people will go on posting new off topic thread regardless.
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well done...
Write me a afib poem please. Here's one! (Jean - I can't wait to read yours!)
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