I am not doing so well

@Zoe7

I know that. It was good tears for you. I am sorry you had a tough time. I am just waiting on my dinner. I am having a late dinner.

I hope I am not affecting your sleep. I have missed you a lot and I feel empty when I don't talk to you. I just what is best for you sis.

I must have been driving when you send the message. I will post again after I get home. Take it easy ❤💙💚💛💜

@Zoe7

Take it easy sis

Hi @Former-Member

The visit to my mum went well and I spend a lot of time with her today.

I am not a fan of anti anxiety meds either because it does not deal with the underlying problem. As you said it is needed for short term use, and for someone who is going through a crisis(trauma etc). You know the circumstances as to why anti anxiety med is used and sometimes it maybe just a one off injection that is needed.

You have a wealth of knowledge about MI @Former-Member. You are spot with your advice and I know it comes with honesty and compassion- you are a lovely person. I always try to look at things more long term and not use a bandaid solution. I think it goes against all that I believe in, and this is something I believe strongly in. I have never really been on meds before and you are right it should be used as a last resort.

I have just found some information about my possible choosen career path

Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) are allied health professionals with the highest level of training for prescribing exercise to individuals. AEPs hold, at a minimum, a 4-year bachelor degree that meets the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) Level 7 requirements*. This equips AEPs with the knowledge, skills and competencies to design, deliver and evaluate safe and effective exercise interventions for people who have acute, sub-acute or chronic medical conditions, injuries and disabilities. These interventions include health and physical activity education, advice and support, and lifestyle modification with a strong focus on achieving behavioural change.

Exercise & Sports Science Australia is the peak professional body and sole accrediting authority for Accredited Exercise Physiologists. ESSA is also the accrediting body for Accredited Exercise Scientists, Accredited Sports Scientists and Accredited High Performance Managers.

To gain AEP accreditation with ESSA an individual must:

• Graduate from a minimum 4 years of study in an ESSA accredited course meeting the AQF requirements for Level 7 that leads to bachelor degree qualifications
• Meet the professional standards for exercise science, leading to accreditation as an Accredited Exercise Scientist (AES)*, including 140 hours of practical experience for the purpose of undertaking an exercise intervention to improve health and fitness, wellbeing or performance, or focus on prevention of chronic conditions
• Meet the professional standards for exercise physiology, including 360 hours of practical experience with clients with clinical conditions (eg. cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, musculoskeletal, neurological)

AEPs are dual accredited, holding the foundational accreditation of AES in addition to their AEP status.

To maintain accreditation with ESSA, an AEP is required to:

• Hold and maintain a valid first aid and CPR certificate
• Hold and maintain appropriate professional indemnity insurance
• Complete an annual continuing professional program comprising 20 points per annum
• Uphold the ESSA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice

AEPs work in a number of environments, including but not limited to:

• Public and private hospitals settings
• Primary, secondary and tertiary health care
• Within private and multidisciplinary clinics
• Population health
• Workplace health and rehabilitation
• Ageing and aged care
• Fitness centres, gymnasiums, business
• Sporting settings

I will have a bit more of think about the degree and I should not be swayed by her and in some ways she should be supporting me. The first part of the course is exercise science degree at Griffith University. Some of the course work sounds tough, I could talk to my EP and ask him what he thinks, he did say to me that he would let me train him, so I must have some good qualities, and he must think that I am capable. I think he believes that I have potential.

I will have a little bit more of a think in terms of what you have said and try to answer some more of your questions. I think my concern is firstly passing the course and secondly am employable after I finish. I could always start my own business when I finish and get my own client base.

I believe in following your passion and doing what you are good at and to believe things will turn out for the best.I have a lot of faith in exercise and I want to do this degree to help people with chronic illness and people with MI. I believe exercise can help people and for the most part it makes people happy even when they are unwell and you see the spark come back to people that is why I want to follow this career path.

I will think some more and I will be in touch again soon.

@Zoe7

Are you awake sis?

Yep @oceangirl but really tired

You get some rest sis @Zoe7. I hope I get sleepy soon too. Hop into bed with your fur baby and give Toby a hug and kiss from me.

@oceangirl really tired ... but can't sleep

Kisses to Kira too

@Zoe7

What are you worry about sis- just put that aside for tonight.

You need to try to sleep I am here with you- you are safe.

Perhaps take a warm shower and have some warm milk and try to get some sleep.

I just gave Kira her kisses- told her it was from aunty.

@oceangirl I know I need to sleep but last night was really horrible and I can't put it aside tonight. I have slept most of the day so I have at least got some rest in.

I hugged and kissed Toby for you and even gave c - cat a pat for aunty n.

I'll be ok - just doing what I have to tonight to get through!

@Zoe7 I understand what you are saying. I will be up for a little bit longer and then I will try to get some sleep. I am here if you want to talk about it.

Has the psychologist talked you thru some strategies to normalize your feelings. Is the reason you can't sleep because of nightmares I am just trying to gauge where you are at.

What do you need?