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Agitated.
Siena
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Do you like ever just wake up and feel so agitated to be alive:(. Like really agitated and agitated being the exact word to describe it.
I had an email this morning to ask me to do my peer support worker interview over video chat. ( i was suppose to have it a few weeks ago but got postphoned because of corona) and just looking at the email thinking omg i cant even do that job why did i even apply.
I feel like shit
“And when they look at you, they won't see everything you've been through. They won't see the **** that turned to scars that began to fade with time. They won't see the heartbreaking things that shook up and changed your entire world. They won't know how many tears you cried or even what it was you were crying about. They won't see how strong you had to be because you had no other choice. What they will see though is how compassionate you are because you experienced pain. What they will see is how kind you are because you experienced how cruel the world is. What they will see is how good you are because you've seen how bad things or people can be. The difference between you and your experiences are who you choose to be, despite everything that could have turned you cold and unkind.You are the good the world needs and the best of us.” ~ Kirsten Corley
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Sometimes when we’ve had a difficult few days waking up can be really difficult. Do you ‘now what about being alive makes you feel like that or is it just a feeling in general?
How do you feel about doing your interview over video chat ? I think you would be really good and have a good chance of getting the job and even if you don’t it will give you the chance to gain some more experience in having interviews.
Have you had a look to see if there are any other jobs for PSW going closer to home for you ?
Do let us know how your video interview goes if you decide to go for it
massive hugs ❤️
I definitely have those days. I think most people do. We can't be positive and content every day and feeling agitated is totally normal (especially with the state of the world at the moment).
It's understandable to be feeling anxious about an interview, especially if it has been postponed for a few weeks and there's more time to feel nervous about it but any interview experience can be really helpful experience for applying for jobs. When is your interview?
We are all here to support you.
and i have session with counsellor tomorrow over text. I just wish could see her face to face doesnt fee the same
I hope the interview goes well, it's understandably very frustrating having to continuously wait for updates and just wanting to just get on with it, but it also means you have lots of time to prepare.
I've linked a Mix post on interview tips below if you're interested. I know it's an online interview but the tips may still be helpful.
https://www.themix.org.uk/work-and-study/getting-a-job/job-interview-tips-1218.html
https://www.themix.org.uk/work-and-study/getting-a-job/how-to-interview-for-a-job-1217.html
Hang in there. Here if you want to talk.x
It can definitely be tough when support is coming to an end, and with you only having one session left I can imagine it's causing many mixed feelings. You mentioned that you told her you felt sad about it but she ignored it, that mustn't have been easy. Would you feel able to talk to her when you have your last session, about how that makes you feel? It may also be worth asking about other support maybe if you feel you can?
Keep us updated
It's understandable to hear you're feeling sad about your sessions ending, it sounds even harder not being able to say goodbye in person and having those sessions over text. What do you think can help you after those sessions have ended? Has anything helped you in the past when support has come to end?
The rock is a really nice idea too, try not to feel afraid to ask about it. Having things to help us hold onto hope can be really important. You mentioned you might still find it hard to cope when you're feeling triggered, perhaps this rock is something that might be able to help you in those situations
Keep us updated with how you're feeling and how your last session goes, we're all here for you
I guess it's in part about trying to reframe the perspective - professional relationships aren't quite personal, in spite of the fact that you share a lot of personal feelings. It's not personal when they 'leave,' it's more just a case of it being time to mutually move on. You've gained what you can from that particular relationship and now you move on. And that loss can be painful, and that's valid, but it's part of the process. It's how you grow, when you can learn to implement some of the things you've learned are independently and come to trust yourself.
We're all in this together, Shaunie. It's a real hard time all round. You aren't alone in that. So for now please just try to keep yourself safe and take it a day at a time. We've all got you. Take care.x
Is there anything specific triggering difficult feelings, or just a general vibe? Can you maybe try do something to look after yourself this evening - watch a show or make tea or go to bed with a teddy?
Take care of yourself. Rest tonight if you can. I hope tomorrow treats you more kindly.x