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creative_writerSenior Contributor
Why can’t I pretend the pain isn’t real, maybe if I tell myself I’m okay and I don’t struggle with mental health I’ll be okay. Maybe if I tell myself that the traumatic memories aren’t real, then I can finally feel whole and less gross. Maybe I’ll just wake up from this dream soon and I’ll find peace within my mind when I do wake up. Maybe I’m okay, maybe there isn’t anything wrong with me
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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JynxModerator
@creative_writer I do gotta dash hun, so sorry I can't reply properly till tomorrow!!
Hope you have a restful night 💜
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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JynxModerator
Ahaha we are scatter-brain twins @creative_writer that's all good!
My uni basically recommended volunteering to be the main way you start racking up experience - so hopefully that will help once you start!! It's an awesome thing to be able to list on your resume 😊
How's your day been?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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JynxModerator
All things in time @creative_writer I imagine the worry will ease off as you get stuck into the volunteering. And having more routine should help too!!
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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JynxModerator
Aye @creative_writer looking for work is a full time job!! I hope you're taking days off!
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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JynxModerator
So fair @creative_writer today can be a write off maybe!! Do you have energy to do something fun or creative maybe? Might help refill your cup!
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