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Community Secret Santa 2025
Hi everyone, how are you doing? How are we finding December this year so far?
I'm reaching out to announce our plans for our first ever Community Secret Santa this year, and to ask if you'd like to be involved!?
What's 'Secret Santa'?
So a 'Secret Santa' is a festive gift exchange game where participants randomly draw names and anonymously give a present to the chosen person. The identity of each giver remains hidden until revealed, adding fun and mystery to holiday celebrations for friends, families, or colleagues taking part.
How will our's work?
So we're going to do our own Secret Santa a little differently.... essentially, if you choose to take part the Staff Team would DM you the name of your chosen person and then you would 'gift' that person some lovely and thoughtful responses on their latest X3 Boards threads / posts to show them some appreciation, encouragement, and care!
Because of this, it wouldn't be very 'secret' because of course, when you reply to their Boards posts etc., they'll see your name!!
Buuuuut hopefully this would mean that all members taking part will see a really beautiful boost of engagement and support on their Community posts this Christmas!
Sounds great - how do I get involved!?
If you would like to become a 'not-so-secret Santa' for one of your fellow Community members this Christmas, please reply to the Boards thread below letting us know you're taking part.
On Monday 22nd December the Staff Team will then DM you with your chosen person's username so that you can go and show them lots of support on their latest posts.
Got any questions? We're here to answer below!
Sian321
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Re: Some news from me
Aww Katie I’m sad to hear this but I wish you all the best in your new role and for the future. I am going to miss our chats on a sunday about what we’re having for tea. Hopefully we will chat before new year but if not, take care and I hope everything goes well for you 
im back
Yeah, I'm back from my break. I have no idea when I'm going to be fully coming back though as I was originally going to give myself more time and I might need some time to readjust, but I do plan to remain active on this thread for the few people, if any, who decide to post on here. No idea why I'm saying all of this because I presume the majority of you don't care, but I thought I'd do it anyway.
Some news from me
Hey Community,
I wanted to share some news with you, which is that I’m going to be leaving the Community Team in January, and will be moving to another team here at The Mix/MHI. I’m super excited to get started in my new role, but as you can imagine it comes with a bunch of mixed feelings too!
Leaving Community feels incredibly strange, as in total I have volunteered and worked here for over four years. In that time I've learned a huge amount about myself, you folks, the challenges you face, and just how powerful online connection can be.
I feel extremely proud and lucky to have been a part of this space, and to have played even a small role in some of your journeys. It’s been a really precious experience seeing you consistently show up for each other, hold space, and treat each other with genuine care and consideration. You’re each on your own path, and even when your experiences differ, you still listen, support and look out for each other. That’s incredibly special.
This Community wouldn't be what it is without you folks, and I'd like to gently remind you to keep reaching out here. You deserve support, to be heard, and to feel connected.
My final day won’t be until the new year - I just wanted to share this with you now as I'm mindful I have a few days off coming up and I also wanted to share this before the Christmas rush! So, if I don’t chat to you before the new year, please take good care of yourselves. It’s been a huge pleasure being a part of this.
I wanted to share some news with you, which is that I’m going to be leaving the Community Team in January, and will be moving to another team here at The Mix/MHI. I’m super excited to get started in my new role, but as you can imagine it comes with a bunch of mixed feelings too!
Leaving Community feels incredibly strange, as in total I have volunteered and worked here for over four years. In that time I've learned a huge amount about myself, you folks, the challenges you face, and just how powerful online connection can be.
I feel extremely proud and lucky to have been a part of this space, and to have played even a small role in some of your journeys. It’s been a really precious experience seeing you consistently show up for each other, hold space, and treat each other with genuine care and consideration. You’re each on your own path, and even when your experiences differ, you still listen, support and look out for each other. That’s incredibly special.
This Community wouldn't be what it is without you folks, and I'd like to gently remind you to keep reaching out here. You deserve support, to be heard, and to feel connected.
My final day won’t be until the new year - I just wanted to share this with you now as I'm mindful I have a few days off coming up and I also wanted to share this before the Christmas rush! So, if I don’t chat to you before the new year, please take good care of yourselves. It’s been a huge pleasure being a part of this.
Katie
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November 2025 achievements!
Hey everyone! I can't believe it's almost the end of November - I hope this month has been okay for you all!
Just wanted to come back for the monthly achievement check-in! As always, it doesn't matter how many achievements you made, nor how big or small they are - they're still achievements either way! I'd love to hear about your victories this month
Here are mine:
- I got back into mindfulness meditation and have been accepting discomfort and have grounded myself back to my breathing/the environment after getting distracted/experiencing unhelpful thoughts
- I got through preparing my car for its MOT (it passed yay!) and learned how to do stuff like open the bonnet and clean the interior! Although I found it stressful and difficult, I'm so glad I persevered through it
- I'm learning how to play the bass and it has been really fun! I'm also being a bit kinder to myself when I can't get something right straight away
You're all amazing for getting through the month, I'm so so proud of you all!
Hope you all have a great December
Just wanted to come back for the monthly achievement check-in! As always, it doesn't matter how many achievements you made, nor how big or small they are - they're still achievements either way! I'd love to hear about your victories this month
Here are mine:
- I got back into mindfulness meditation and have been accepting discomfort and have grounded myself back to my breathing/the environment after getting distracted/experiencing unhelpful thoughts
- I got through preparing my car for its MOT (it passed yay!) and learned how to do stuff like open the bonnet and clean the interior! Although I found it stressful and difficult, I'm so glad I persevered through it
- I'm learning how to play the bass and it has been really fun! I'm also being a bit kinder to myself when I can't get something right straight away
You're all amazing for getting through the month, I'm so so proud of you all!
Hope you all have a great December
kaii
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Re: Anybody want to vent or chat about anything? (Triggering stuff edition) w/c 01.12.25
Kooth called an ambulance because CMHT refused to contact them back, the ambulance contacted CMHT and the coordinator was rude she immediately said I’m reporting this. Somewhat glad to know it’s not just me thinking these people are rude to me. I’m going through such a rough period none of my coping skills are working. My social services referral has been escalated as a safeguarding concern due to my risk.
Jack25
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Re: Getting into the festive Spirit 🎄
I'm not the biggest of christmas celebrators to be fair - i prefer the more chilled lowkey vibes to it all. I have put my little christmas tree up in my room though to try and get into that festive spirit a bit more, and will probably watch some christmas movies or read some christmas themed books when i can as it gets closer to christmas
Re: Minecraft Makes
@Nathan here it is!
ignore my xmas tree in background aha! im abt to start a entire winnie pic. it will have tigger. winnie. eeyore and piglet! it’s gonna take me hours!
eylah
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I started sketching!
Hey there - I gave sketching/drawing a try for the first time yesterday (using a reference for guidance) and thought it would be fun to share my results here. It turned out to be really therapeutic and I definitely want to draw more in the future. I'm still a beginner so there's plenty of room for improvement but I'm looking forward to learning and improving!
