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creative_writerSenior Contributor
The recent medication changes has calmed my brain down. I’m still feeling caged up, I know my psych is looking at more frequent therapy sessions if we can get more under ED plan. Once a month sessions aren’t enough. It just feels like the traumatic memories aren’t ending, I’ve been in therapy for years. It’s taking so long to heal. I just want to get to the point the body flashbacks aren’t so regular
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
Slept for 5 1/2 hours so not too bad. I’m up early again. @creative_writer
English is my first language. I learnt Spanish during my PhD to be able to read sources in Spanish and do interviews in Cuba. I sat in on Spanish classes at the uni. The teachers corrected my work even though I wasn’t enrolled. I also have certificates from community classes and even from the University of Havana in Cuba.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
@creative_writer I walked to chiro (about 2 km) went to a supermarket nearby and had coffee snd cake. Then I walked back. Watered some pots before leaving for this. Walked around garden alsome more seeds have germinated!
Decided to have a day off gardening today as it’s quite chilly. Read my novel and dozed.
What did you do?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
I’ve still got some shepherd’s pie leftovers. @creative_writer
Sounds like your old therapist was a bit unclear. Hope new one is better.
Yes I’ve had a reasonable day but also relaxing in the afternoon. Still reading novel. Not hungry yet. Usually I grt hungry at this time of day.
What did you cook?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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GezzaPSenior Contributor
@creative_writer Sounds like a nice dinnet. It is a pity you can’t open up because your therapist might be able to help more. I find I can open up with both my psychistrist and my psychologist.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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AuntGlowModerator
Hello lovely, it sounds like your mind is really ticking tonight. What do you think you need to feel soothed or grounded? We are here for you. 🥰 @creative_writer @GezzaP
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