@Cuddlebear @I am glad you liked the link. I try not to overdo sharing links, but I thought she was really worth it. I will use her language of….allowing. I have been looking at therapeutic stuff since the late 70s… yes meditation… raj and Hatha yoga… back then… and university… and Bessel van der Kolk and neuroscience…. Etc etc.
I also have CPTSD from similar age and I am also on DSP and very careful with money. I am pretty upset that the RANZCP does not bulk bill more. Outraged and disgusted really. Makes a mockery of the pretence to idealism. I can manage my gap fee, so pay it, but yes, plenty can’t, and shouldn’t, as the quality of care they offer can be minimal. Anyway that is what my son found. They are in it for the money. I am polite with my psychiatrist, but don’t really respect his contributions as it is too light on to justify the cost. He is not bad though, so I accept it as a necessary evil, that I need to keep my support structures afloat, and hence keep my son afloat. I have been in a carer role for people with serious mental illness since childhood. Wish they would lock me up, not my family, but that is not the way it has been.
I prefer deeper conversations and sharing and feel very lonely when people only talk about superficial things, even on here. I do value the range in the community which helps cover many aspects of life. I don’t mean to be a sad sack, though, so try for a light hearted easy going patter. Definitely look for any gems that are beneficial for a whole range of mental health challenges.
I know people need cheering up too.
@Dreamyyour posts and support for others matters.
@PeppyPatti always good to see floating around
@ENKELI you too
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SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.