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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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JynxModerator
Noooo you're NOT @creative_writer don't let imposter syndrome get ya!! It's SO COMMON for us ND folk, trust me. But no, it is absolutely NOT for lack of trying. In fact, I would argue that we try harder than anyone, because we have to do so much extra work just to ~barely~ keep up with them.
More like YOU were manipulated by the oppressive parts of the systems we exist within to believe that your differences are a deficit. They are not!!
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
@Jynx I feel like I have to put extra effort, even my supervisor could see placement was a struggle and we spoke about how clinical work may be a better option part time then full time. There is always the research road if I want to take it, I enough experience for starting research assistant positions. Obviously you need a PhD for more senior roles.
It is true the mental health system is so deficit focused, I wish it wasn’t.
I hope your afternoon has been going smoothly. I’ve been out, got a henna tattoo
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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JynxModerator
@creative_writer you never know where you might end up ay! I initially meant for this to be a temporary role for me.... coming up on 6 years now 😅
And honestly research could suit you well!! No need to mask when you're pottering alone around a lab haha. Or if you do end up doing qualitative research, like you get to stay behind that clinical lens in a way, so less chance for triggering stuff in interactions. And you still get to help people!! Is there an area of research that particularly interests you?
OOOH PRETTY!! For Eid celebrations still?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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JynxModerator
@creative_writer yeah for sure, be good to get out and get some super broad experience hey!!
True, would be a sensory nightmare if it did!! Aww do you feel like you didn't get to celebrate as much as you wanted? Will you do anything else this weekend?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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JynxModerator
@creative_writer nice one!! All my digits crossed for ya 🤞😉
Oooh yes you'll have to find another special occasion!! Not much for me, alas behind on housework means I'll spend the majority of tomorrow doing the yard, dishes, and vacuuming. Joy! lol
How bout you?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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