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creative_writerSenior Contributor
I had a migraine triggered yesterday from barely sleeping and still recovering from it. I slept better last night, mind still feels very foggy. This morning I felt discomfort in my body, my mind went to when I used to feel it years ago. Then I noticed myself feeling distant, sort of floaty. I hope I can get through the day today with uni
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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SnowieSenior Contributor
Anything that is comfy is my go to @creative_writer I'm not one to get dressed up or put make up on either.
I am a teacher, secondary mainly. I taught for a long time and then got into the administrative side of it. I haven't worked for awhile now due to my mental health. I am hoping I can get back to it one day.
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tymeModerator
Well the nation is crying out for teachers 🙂 @Snowie Easy one day-er for $500
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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SnowieSenior Contributor
I know I could get work wherever I want too @tyme This country is crying out for teachers. There are shortages everywhere.
I have had to take time off work due to some incidences that happened in the work place. I would like to go back but not right now. I wouldn't be able to cope with it.
@creative_writer I think some people don't realise how much our mental health can affect us. It can take a really big toll on studying and/or working. I hope you are able to work through your MH too.
Going to head off and do some self care before I go to bed. I really hope that you feel better tomorrow and that those meds kick in. Take care of you.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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tymeModerator
Fair enough @Snowie . I guess going back to it can stir up a lot of trauma. High school is not easy to take, especially if you are going in to be a relief teacher or something.
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SnowieSenior Contributor
Good evening @creative_writer
Hoping today went ok for you
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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SnowieSenior Contributor
Glad yesterday went ok @creative_writer and you were able to get some of your uni work completed. Self care is so nice to do. Did some for myself too.
Hoping today goes well too.
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