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Helping profession with a history of MI and trauma

creative_writerSenior Contributor22 Sept 2023, 5:40 pm AEST

Helping profession with a history of MI and trauma

Hi

I’m currently studying social work, studying this field comes with its triggering, whether it’s reading content or interacting with other people. I feel like I’m doing okay right now, and I hope this lasts. Sometimes I do feel concerned about being triggered, considering how many skeletons I’ve gathered in my closet over the years

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RiverSealModerator23 Sept 2023, 5:29 pm AEST

Re: Helping profession with a history of MI and trauma

Hey @creative_writer Nice to see you here! It is a lovely day today and sunny here ☀️

I had a similar experience and used a new shampoo and conditioner today and loved the smell.

Have a great evening 🙂

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creative_writerSenior Contributor23 Sept 2023, 6:57 pm AEST

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@RiverSeal, I love scented things too, it soothes the mind as long as it’s not overpowering.

I hope you have a good evening too 🙂. Have you been up to much today?

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RiverSealModerator23 Sept 2023, 7:01 pm AEST

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I just went to the post office and walked by the river close to me before work @creative_writer. Played some of a new computer game too but it's all new to me as I haven't previously played games before. Just a pretty relaxing day really thank you!

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creative_writerSenior Contributor23 Sept 2023, 7:26 pm AEST

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@RiverSeal, it does sound like a lovely day. What kind of games have you been playing?

I’ve had a pretty low key day too, woke up a bit later since I was out for dinner last night, did some uni, and have been doing lots of self care today, I was feeling a bit woozy earlier today, but feeling a lot better. I’ve been incredibly exhausted, I wonder if the late night has something to do with that, I am very sensitive to sleep changes

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RiverSealModerator23 Sept 2023, 7:34 pm AEST

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I joined the Xbox Game Pass on my PC which gives access to a whole heap of games with a subscription. I downloaded Halo as I had heard about that before, a new game called Starfield which I haven't played as yet, and a car racing game called Fonza. Seems fun so far and learning new skills and using tech which I love.

Self-care days are nice and it's good to take care of yourself. What are you studying at uni @creative_writer?

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creative_writerSenior Contributor23 Sept 2023, 7:45 pm AEST

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@RiverSeal, a lot of people do find games relaxing, it is a good distraction. I don’t really know much about games, my brother could tell you a lot about them.

I’m doing social work at uni, self care is really important while I study this degree, particularly with my own lived experiences

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RiverSealModerator23 Sept 2023, 7:58 pm AEST

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I was thinking that I wanted to study social work @creative_writer but it's a long time part-time and I don't get many credits for my Cert IV and Diploma of Community Services. I have been studying for 6 years and I'm thinking of taking next year off to work more and take a break, then we'll see.

Take care of yourself while studying and with your lived experience. I know I have to and it is tough with my lived experience at times. ❤️

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creative_writerSenior Contributor23 Sept 2023, 8:23 pm AEST

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@RiverSeal, it is an intensive course for sure. I think sometimes taking time off is good, I took a year off after I completed my fourth year of psych, then I went into masters of social work. I’ve had moments when I felt triggered, but mental health is something I’m passionate about, so I am willing to work through things with my ongoing supports. I am actually a bit anxious about next week, afraid I’ll encounter triggering content, it’s hard to completely avoid it during my course. I do know I am not what I’ve been through, but the past can never be erased
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RiverSealModerator23 Sept 2023, 8:43 pm AEST

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I have similar thoughts @creative_writer that I am not my experiences but I can't take it way either. I love studying and I'm not sure really what decision I will come to for 2025 after a year off study. I really love going to my uni to work in the library and other libraries all over the city. We'll see what happens I guess when I get there.

I have found it really challenging in the class with the other students and creating meaningful relationships or interactions in class. I was very isolated and not treated well by people in my life for a long time before that. It really emphasized my feelings of low self-worth and the internal stigma I carried. I'm much better now but very scarred by the ordeal I went through for so many years.

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creative_writerSenior Contributor23 Sept 2023, 9:07 pm AEST

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@RiverSeal, trusting is hard, especially if one has had a lot of bad experiences with others. I stated off feeling very isolated too, it’s gotten a bit easier to talk to my peers with time, I know ultimately many social work students are very empathetic and deeply care about others.

I know that when I go into the social work profession, having a trusting supportive relationship with supervisor is important too, which is scary.

I think the beauty of uni is, you can start at a later point in life. Taking a break can be really good for you too, both emotionally, even in terms of building skills

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