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Re: ☀ Summer Break ☀
I feel like this summer I have been doing lots of random different hobbies. At the moment though I'm trying to be more creative with my baking and experimenting with recipes. I also have been catching up on the summer I turned pretty, but having to wait a week for each episode is slowly getting to me I just want to know what happens I can't wait for the finale.
Re: A-Level and GCSE Results Day Support Chats
Whatever grade you got doesn't define your worth River. Exams can be so stressful and we're so proud of you for getting through them. Our Support Chat will be there for you today if you want to come along @River. We'll listen without judgement and support you with how you're feeling.I got my results 🥲
Result days can cause all kinds of emotions and it comes with so much pressure so be gentle with yourself today River.

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Re: A-Level and GCSE Results Day Support Chats
good luck to anyone who got there results today - and whatever happened remember you aren't defined by grades from a set of exams. 

Re: What's your view on the advancements of technology?
ooo I think this is such a good topic for debate. For me personally, i'm on the fence with it all too. I see the amazing advancements in technology and the good it can do for the us and the world as a whole, whether it be in communication, health, business or whatever other industries. However I do think it is important to consider what it is we are using such technology for. The biggest conversation divider obviously being AI at the moment - whilst i agree that it can be a tool used to enhance life and knowledge and other things too, I think it is so important for it to be used at most, in conjunction with humans and the capabilties we have as individuals, particularly in things like creative industries where imagination and artistry is key. I think it is important to not solely rely on AI and technology, but use it as a tool to help people, help our understanding and help us live the best lives we can. I also understand how daunting the rapid advancements in technology more widely can be. It is crazy to think about the stuff we can do today that didn't even seem imaginable even 10 years ago.
I'm also very intrigued to see other people's thoughts on the topic too
I'm also very intrigued to see other people's thoughts on the topic too

Re: Introducing Good News Friday!
This week's good news story: Canadian province to make ‘ghosting’ illegal
Companies and businesses will no longer be allowed to ‘ghost’ candidates that they interviewed for a job under new rules coming into effect in the Canadian province Ontario.
Interviewing for a role only to hear nothing back is a frustratingly familiar experience for many job seekers. However, an update to Ontario’s Employment Standard Acts will oblige firms to notify candidates about the status of their application within 45 days.
The new rules, which will apply from 2026, will also oblige firms to outline salary details in adverts and disclose whether artificial intelligence is used in the hiring process.
The legislative tweaks, lawmakers said, will improve transparency for jobseekers going through the recruitment process. It’s not clear how they will be policed.
What do you think of this? Have you ever applied for a job role and heard no reply back? Do you think something like this should be introduced in the UK too?
Honestly the amount of times I have been ghosted by various companies is unreal. I have applied for so many jobs over the coming year and months but sometimes companies won't always respond as an anxious and also autistic person it adds extra stress and worry on whether I got the job or not. Also in some places it mentions if you meet most of the criteria and your neyrodiverse/have a disability they will interview you. Did thus happen to me? Nope sadly. However on a positive I'm going to be doing an internship in September designed for neurodiverse people in mind.

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Protecting your peace
I don't know about you but sometimes I can fall into the habit of 'doomscrolling' on my phone especially before bed! I'll just sit on tiktok watching so many videos but what if I come across content that makes me feel rubbish?
It's so important to protect our peace and take control over what we see on social media. So if you want some tips on how to create a feed that feels more you and makes you feel good, then we've just posted some top tips on our Instagram
Click here to check out our post
But what are your top tips for protecting your peace?
Mine would be:
Note: If you’re interacting with The Mix on social media, a good general rule to keep yourself safe is to keep your profile private, avoid sharing personal information and anything that could identify you.
It's so important to protect our peace and take control over what we see on social media. So if you want some tips on how to create a feed that feels more you and makes you feel good, then we've just posted some top tips on our Instagram
Click here to check out our post
But what are your top tips for protecting your peace?
Mine would be:
- Unfollowing people who I no longer relate to or agree with their views
- Prioritising self-care (at the moment I'm choosing reading over scrolling on my phone)
- Following people who make me feel inspired or empowered
- Seeking out positive news (like our Good News Friday posts!)
Note: If you’re interacting with The Mix on social media, a good general rule to keep yourself safe is to keep your profile private, avoid sharing personal information and anything that could identify you.

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Re: Anxiety around achievements
first of all i want to say congrats on your AS exams - even though you're only Y12 right now, it is still an amazing achievement to be one of the top achievers, you should be so proud of yourself.
as for the anxiety side of things, i can say you definitely aren't alone in these situations in feeling anxious. social situations where we feel we 'don't fit in' like you say can feel daunting, especially if it is somewhat being centred around yourself and your achievements and any potential misunderstanding around them. i think the main thing with social situations (at least it was this way for me) is that the more we experience them, the easier it gets. I know i've had times where i've just wanted to run and leave when i was in uncomfortable social situations too. even if you just do it bit by bit in like saying to yourself "okay i'm gonna give myself X amount of time with everybody before taking myself out of the situation". this may help build that confidence and ease the anxiety, whilst still being mindful of your personal limits - which are totally okay to have.
hopefully you were still able to have somewhat of a good time.
what is important to remember is that your feelings are completely valid, no matter how big or small the matter is. if it is affecting you in any way then it matters. we are all here for you and you are absolutely not alone
sending hugs
Sinead
as for the anxiety side of things, i can say you definitely aren't alone in these situations in feeling anxious. social situations where we feel we 'don't fit in' like you say can feel daunting, especially if it is somewhat being centred around yourself and your achievements and any potential misunderstanding around them. i think the main thing with social situations (at least it was this way for me) is that the more we experience them, the easier it gets. I know i've had times where i've just wanted to run and leave when i was in uncomfortable social situations too. even if you just do it bit by bit in like saying to yourself "okay i'm gonna give myself X amount of time with everybody before taking myself out of the situation". this may help build that confidence and ease the anxiety, whilst still being mindful of your personal limits - which are totally okay to have.
hopefully you were still able to have somewhat of a good time.
what is important to remember is that your feelings are completely valid, no matter how big or small the matter is. if it is affecting you in any way then it matters. we are all here for you and you are absolutely not alone
sending hugs
Sinead

Re: Loneliness
Hi, I’m sorry you’ve been feeling so lonely.
I just wanted to say there’s the Mind thing Side by Side for 18+ - it’s not great but it’s something you could try
And i dont know if it’s available in your area but have a look at Qwell - it’s the adult version of kooth.
I just wanted to say there’s the Mind thing Side by Side for 18+ - it’s not great but it’s something you could try
And i dont know if it’s available in your area but have a look at Qwell - it’s the adult version of kooth.
Re: i wish...
toffuna101 wrote: »toffuna101 wrote: »i wish i didnt have cerebral palsy.
Hey Toffuna, i understand how you feel about this, I’ve been there with my CP too. May I ask, what makes you wish that you didn’t have CP. sending you hugs 🤗
because life would be so much easier if i didnt have it. thanks for the hugs.
I really get that. CP comes with so many life challenges. Activities and general life experiences are a lot harder too. It’s not easy, medical conditions never are 😢. It’s something we can never get rid of, but we can use it to challenge us. When I was younger, I was a cadet. I got discriminated, excluded from activities, but at the end of the day I challenged myself to do many things and it got recognised. This is something that didn’t come easy for me at all, but I slowly worked my way up. I came from not being able to talk and walk, to now being able to do those things and more. I know it’s not just the CP that comes to a challenge for us, but society too. And it can weigh heavy on us. So when you say that you wish you didn’t have it because of that reason, I get that, I truly do ❤️. I want to say, that you’ve got this. You are brave, and an incredible human being. You’re going through something that is not easy and going through challenges that are a lot harder for you. But don’t let that or anything/anyone let you down because of your CP. You can do anything, but we just have to go through a different route and that’s ok. You will have those days where it’s hard to get out of bed, hard to walk and get so easily tired and frustrated because of your CP. (I’ve had many of those days) But you can use CP for many positive things too.
I’m an adult now, it’s not any easier but I’m still trying. And that’s what counts. I’ve come a long way, and you can and are going a long way too. You’re not alone. I’ve always said to myself and others, Cerebral Palsy is nothing to be ashamed about, it’s something to embrace. It took me a while to believe that at first, but I got there and you can too ❤️

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