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Peer Group Chat // The Place of Pride // Thursday 21st September 2023, 7-8:30PM AEST

amber22Senior Contributor15 Sept 2023, 9:41 am AEST

Peer Group Chat // The Place of Pride // Thursday 21st September 2023, 7-8:30PM AEST

Hi everyone!

On Thursday 21st of September 2023, we will be holding a Peer Group Chat on the topic of The Place of Pride.

Pride can be really powerful, but at the same time is sometimes thought of as a bad thing. Join us to unpack the different experiences we may have with pride, and when pride may actually be a good thing.

The event start times across Australia are below:

Western Australia: 5pm
Northern Territory & South Australia: 6:30pm

Queensland, New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria & Tasmania: 7pm

For anyone unfamiliar with Peer Group Chats, each focuses on a specific topic and is guided by Peer Workers with lived experience of mental health issues and recovery, &/or caring for someone with complex mental health. A counsellor is also present as a moderator to help ensure a safe environment for individuals and the group. It is a space for us as peers to share our stories and experiences, and connect with those who are going through something similar.

Anyone is welcome to join! Tagging some members who may be interested below:

@Shaz51 @Snowie @Meggle @chibam @Appleblossom @sammy3 @Jacques @creative_writer @Captain24 @Bobbie @Messylife @Gillie @wellwellwellnez @Laura4 @Kyle1 @Emergence @tonys @StuF @CloudBerry @ShiningStar @Smiling_Gecko @Bow @Faith-and-Hope @Glisten @Patches59

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SnowieSenior Contributor27 Sept 2023, 1:25 pm AEST

Re: Peer Group Chat // The Place of Pride // Thursday 21st September 2023, 7-8:30PM AEST

Hi @TideisTurning

I am proud of the young adults my children are turning into. Something positive in my life atm.

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Unknown userMember27 Sept 2023, 1:30 pm AEST

Re: Peer Group Chat // The Place of Pride // Thursday 21st September 2023, 7-8:30PM AEST

@TideisTurning and everyone else, first two things that come to my mind are things I did quite some ago which were both accomplishments

- hand sewn single bed size patch work quilts made for 2 younger cousins

- 2 wooden dolls houses plus furniture which were constructed, painted and decorated in different colour schemes for daughters of a friend

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RiverSealModerator27 Sept 2023, 2:46 pm AEST

Re: Peer Group Chat // The Place of Pride // Thursday 21st September 2023, 7-8:30PM AEST

Thanks @TideisTurning I might share the same as I did on the night which is that I am proud that I and expecting to graduate with my Diploma of Community Services in November. Big achievement considering I hadn't really studied previously to starting TAFE back in 2018 and now I have a few qualifications under my belt.

I really enjoyed the PGC so keep up the good work! ❤️

Take Care

RiverSeal

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Blackbird11Senior Contributor27 Sept 2023, 4:01 pm AEST

Re: Peer Group Chat // The Place of Pride // Thursday 21st September 2023, 7-8:30PM AEST

Hi @TideisTurning

Pride brings up unexplainable emotions in me. I come from a background where it is important to be humble. I now see pride lifts up confidence in myself and it is a healthy feeling. So one thing I am proud of is letting go of the belief that being humble is the only way.

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GlistenSenior Contributor28 Sept 2023, 6:34 pm AEST

Re: Peer Group Chat // The Place of Pride // Thursday 21st September 2023, 7-8:30PM AEST

@TideisTurning I’m proud that I chose life. I’m proud that I asked for help. I’m proud that I chose what was best for me. I’m proud that my Rebel chose happiness in the face of adversity.

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TideisTurningSenior Contributor04 Oct 2023, 11:02 am AEDT

Re: Peer Group Chat // The Place of Pride // Thursday 21st September 2023, 7-8:30PM AEST

Wow! So many wonderful accomplishments, achievements and points of progress to be proud of. Consider this a virtual round of applause @Glisten @Former-Member @Snowie @RiverSeal @Blackbird11

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

@Blackbird11 thanks also for sharing the difficulties you've had with pride. it can certainly be a nuanced emotion with both pros and cons. It is up to all of us as individuals to try to balance these and decide the place of pride for each of us. It sounds you're well on your way to doing this!

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