~ Toolshed 2: Power Tools for Recovery ~

[Blackcloud]

@Jynx well I went out to the movies with my support worker today so that was good

also, I’m gonna be doing either the Bachelor of Arts (major in counselling) or bachelor of counselling early next year, so by the time this trimester ends in February next year I will no longer be continuing on with the psychology degree.

It’s better for my brain and my overall well-being to pursue something that hopefully won’t be too emotionally and mentally taxing and overwhelming/stressful in terms of all the academic stuff like the heavy content/theory and research side of things. I don’t regret wanting to switch courses/degrees, and so far, this is my 4th time switching overall. It’s about finding what works for me along the way as I’m doing and have done each of the courses that I’ve done i guess.

[GezzaP]

Chinese near me is excellent. Expensive but I’ll get 4-5 meals out of it. @MissGremlin 

[Jynx]

@Blackcloud oh nice, good film? 

I actually think the fact you've switched a lot could be an advantage!! It means you'd potentially have a broader scope and wider range of knowledge to draw from. Even tho I did counselling for example, I had already minored in psych during my first degree - definitely felt very helpful! And it sounds like you're doing what resonates best with your values! Congrats 😊

[MissGremlin]

@GezzaP bonus to getting lots of meals out of it ☺️

[Blackcloud]

@Jynx Yeah it was a good film indeed 👍 

and thank you, that’s nice to know. Cause another thing is regarding the course/degree change I would also like to do a Cert 4 in Mental Health Peer Work at anytime soon or in the future, as well as a Certificate course in music or something…

I’ve picked sociology as my minor in the arts degree so hopefully it won’t be as bad as psychology is.

I’ve already had enough of psychology now I don’t plan on going back and study any of the psych units for the rest of my life. 😅

[Jynx]

Ooh @Blackcloud I feel like sociology would be fascinating! Definitely a different kettle o fish to psychology haha. Too many stats!! 😵

[Cuddlebear]

@MissGremlin   Hello friend. How is today? I’m glad Caspar is well and with you. I know it’s hard I truly do. Like you I’m just trying hard to push through the best I can. My ability to post on forums is pretty low. Apologies for taking so long to respond. 

[MissGremlin]

Hello @Cuddlebear my sweet, no need to apologise. I also have struggled to post much on the forums so my replies have been delayed. Today I am feeling very emotional, I woke up feeling like i was about to burst into tears. I've been snuggled up in bed with Casper for the morning but I'm about to get up. How are you feeling today beautiful? 

[Cuddlebear]

@MissGremlin  Hello my beautiful friend. Sending you virtual hugs and love. I am sorry you are feeling very emotional. Taking on new medicine isnt easy and for a short time it does being intense emotions and other side effects as our bodies adjust. It’s difficult to sit with these emotions isnt it. I am really proud of you for having the strength to do this. You can do it and will. It’s totally ok you’ve been unable to be on forums and can empathise with the struggle. You are doing the best you can and it’s amazing because you are doing it during a really tough time. 

I am also very emotional, edgy, brain fog, scared and struggling to do any basic tasks. Panic sets I. With so many worries. I know you understand and you’ve been such a kind and loving support here for me. Thank you I am truly grateful. 

Im going to try take Wilbur for a walk today if it’s not raining. I feel so guilty if I can’t. It’s wet weather here. 

[Bunniekins]

@DownMoreThanUp @Jynx @Cuddlebear @MissGremlin @Blackcloud @StuF @REDLINEZ750 @Appleblossom  and everyone i have missed. happy monday to you all! love bunxxx