Just a few minutes ago I had a private conversation with one of my lecturers with something she said the other day which I thought was offensive and irresponsible for someone in her position. She explained that she was deliberately courting controversy to engage the students and get them to disagree with her. I didn't see it at the time but it makes sense and I'm satisfied with her explanation. Confrontation is a major problem for me so I'm fairly proud of myself for bringing my concerns to her in person and staying (reasonably) calm. I'm still feeling a little anxious even though I've gotten it over with, but happy that I did it.
Well done Conor.
I know how hard it can be to deal with confrontation, so I'm glad you were able to; and I'm glad that the situation turned out not to be as bad as you thought. :)
~ SilentBoy
Some people just need a high-five. To the face. With a chair.
I havent been in here in ages because i felt very non-heroey, but well done to everyone!
Yesterday i was honest with my mum about something when i was tempted to just lie and that would have meant tellingher less stuff i dont want to tell her. Which i think was good that i found an opportunity to work qith mum like that
He was no longer jean valjean but no. 24601 -les miserable
Some of life's mysteries will never be solved, such as why, after spending an entire evening listenong to Bach, do I find myself humming "the birdie song".......
I am reaching, but i fall, and the stars are black and cold, as i stare into the void of a world that cannot hold- les miserables
On Christmas eve i managed to go to my mums with my husband on the buses had one panic attack because a lady came up to me and my husband making crying noises and in my face because i was crying the lady must of been ill as one minute she was like that the next she was asking if i was ok
Stop Cruelty To All Beings Including Yourself
Omniniest -A Person Does Not Believe In Any Religion or Practice or Belief But Finds Truth In them All
Well done that's awesome.
I've taken the first step in getting help, sorting out a closer gp. Now I have to wait for them to do the admin before I can get an appointment
~ SilentBoy
Some people just need a high-five. To the face. With a chair.
Some of these are rather old, but I'm going to congratulate anyway!!
Alex- well done for talking to your mum honestly. I've actually just done the same, so high five for us!
Ali- Well done for sticking at your job, and I hope the move went well :)
Annie- Well done for speaking to your LSA about things :) Also, good show on getting your work done and getting your foot seen to, and I'm glad you were able to meet up with someone when you were feeling unsafe.
Celt- well done on helping that old lady out! Sounds like you did an excellent job and you're so lovely to want to help her feel less alone :)
Conor- well done on getting your essay done! You're really nailing this college thing! And congratulations on dealing with confrontation; it's great to be able to stand up for what you believe.
Emma- wooooop! Congratulations on 20 days free of cutting, you're awesome =D
Faint- well done for managing lots of trips out; sounds like you're doing well!
Hazel- I think that is definitely hero-y! Well done for being so mature and giving yourself some respect.
insidemyhead (sorry I don't know your name!)- well done for resisting self harm urges and finding a fun distraction. What a great step!
Justiene- Well done for making progress food-wise and for being productive!
Kat- Congratulations on making it to group and making a contribution! I hope it went well :)
Kia- you little star. And even more congratulations for that other heroic thing you did the other day. It was the right thing, I promise <3
Louise- Well done on your 16 days free; though I know it's a lot more now, you star!
Rob- well done for managing your anxiety; I'm glad you were rewarded :) And well done for sorting out the GP stuff.
Sarah-well done for managing all sorts of social interaction! I hope you enjoyed it at least a little, though I know it was scary!
In Jenna-news, I'm having a rotten time with illness, but have a new strengthened resolve to fight it and am armed with dioralyte, smoothie and easy-on-the-stomach snacks, despite my emetephobia being very displeased by this plan.
^Proud of you for trying to hard to get something in you, even though I know how bloody hard it is for you. You're doing great - keep fighting and let me hold your hand when things get scary.
Well done to all the people. Your inspirational, I hope you know that. I think every now and then everyone should have a read over of this thread and look at all the positives that can be achieved. We can fight back, and we are. :)
Rob - well done in sorting out a GP. I hope they get back to you soon.
Jenna - that's great to hear. I hope you stop feeling sick soon!
Jodie - 22 days free is really amazing!
Erm, I don't have a lot positive but I did speak to M from the CMHT today and told her a few things that have been really upsetting me. I also semi-agreed to try breathing exercises with her next time I see her which has made me a little worried (though, apparently, I am not to worry). I'm also seeing my friend at 1pm and I will go, even though I've cancelled on her three times already and I'm scared of actual lunch-ness. I will be a normal human being and enjoy myself.
*pops huge tin of heroes in the thread for everyone*
[though Jenna may prefer porridge?!]
This week I've
- followed through a health scare in getting checked - taking care of my body is a big thing for me, very used to stubborn neglect.
- braved NHS Direct, a different GP, and then A&E to follow through the above. Including a scary x ray of my neck with my head immobilised!
- made the clear decision to move.
- made a preliminary phone call to pursue the above, and to prepare me for the biggest step of it on Monday morning.
- was assertive and clear with my manager about some things which helped him to slightly amend one of my adjustments so that it's more supportive for me.
- went to Oxford Street!
- talked through with my GP things around re changing GP, and she was amazing.
Also, I've prepared a healthy Quorn chicken salad for dinner tonight, with some melon as a sweet for afterwards. This is good because I'm working all evening in a garage on my own and usually end up snacking on all the lovely chocolates that are on the shelves and not eating properly!
^Quorn chicken salad sounds very very tasty! And now I want melon.
Emma: So, so proud of you! That's an amazing achievement. Keep going!
Jenna: I am very sorry to hear you have been ill, but relieved that you are taking care of yourself. Rest up and get better soon!
Jodie: Another fantastic achievement! Well done!
And yet, by heaven, I think my love as rare,
As any she belied with false compare.
Well done everyone! Im glad this thread seems to be busy again.
He was no longer jean valjean but no. 24601 -les miserable
Some of life's mysteries will never be solved, such as why, after spending an entire evening listenong to Bach, do I find myself humming "the birdie song".......
I am reaching, but i fall, and the stars are black and cold, as i stare into the void of a world that cannot hold- les miserables
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