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    JustVJustV Community Manager Posts: 5,320 Part of The Furniture
    Jellyelephant wrote: »
    Shaunie wrote: »
    Just annoyed it’s a bank holiday lol. My local chemist is closed and I really need new dressing for my self harm. But I’m seeing the specialist tomorrow and need to book my trains. And was gunna ring my gp to ask about going back to work and how I do it as wanna go back next week but yeah they’re closed.


    And are you sure they’re not close @Jellyelephant lol it’s bank holiday

    its another bank holiday?! ffs. It doesnt say its closed though like usual? it just says theyre busy. oh what is wrong with life lmao im fed up
    Oh lol, I didn't realise this either. What is time.
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    JellyelephantJellyelephant Posts: 1,888 Extreme Poster
    Mike wrote: »
    Hope you feel better soon @Jellyelephant. :) The healthcare system can be super frustrating, especially when what you're calling about can't really wait!

    I remember trying to book an appointment at my local GP a couple of years ago and was told the next available slot was over a month away. Like what if I'm feeling fine by then? It's not an emergency, but there are few things you can realistically wait that long for. I do wonder if those remote NHS services like Babylon and GP At Hand will be the future to be honest.

    thanks mike youre right its so frustrating especcially when youre in pain. I have an appt for the 19th for a MH review but thats not soon enough to get my painkillers. Oh well i guess ill suffer through til tomorrow haha dont have a choice. I think those services are good for some things (the same way telephone appt with GP is good for some things) but I refuse to pay lol
    The sun will rise and we will try again 
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    independent_independent_ Community Champion Posts: 8,660 Legendary Poster
    Afternoon all! Haven’t been very active lately lol how are you all
    “Sometimes the people around you won’t understand your journey. They don’t need to, it’s not for them.”
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    SienaSiena Posts: 15,544 Skive's The Limit
    Ah that’s probably the reason @Jellyelephant have you taken paracetamol?
    “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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    SienaSiena Posts: 15,544 Skive's The Limit
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    Hey @independent_ how have you been?
    “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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    JellyelephantJellyelephant Posts: 1,888 Extreme Poster
    Shaunie wrote: »
    Ah that’s probably the reason @Jellyelephant have you taken paracetamol?

    Yeah and ibuprofen but I usually take naproxen (a stronger anti inflammatory) and codeine
    The sun will rise and we will try again 
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    JustVJustV Community Manager Posts: 5,320 Part of The Furniture
    Jellyelephant wrote: »
    I think those services are good for some things (the same way telephone appt with GP is good for some things) but I refuse to pay lol
    Oh defo, and there will always be a need for in-person appointments too. I didn't realise those services cost money actually - wah. (╯°□°）╯︵ ┻━┻

    Don't suppose weaker painkillers do anything or do you need the weapons grade stuff?
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    JustVJustV Community Manager Posts: 5,320 Part of The Furniture
    Lol I'm posting too slowly for how quickly this thread moves, y'all are ninjas
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    JustVJustV Community Manager Posts: 5,320 Part of The Furniture
    independent_ wrote: »
    Afternoon all! Haven’t been very active lately lol how are you all
    Hey hey! Not bad @independent_, how are you?
    The truth resists simplicity.
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    Laura_tigger82Laura_tigger82 Moderator Posts: 5,132 Part of The Furniture
    Hi @Jellyelephant

    I hope you are feeling better soon and manage to get through to the GP.

    I am similar to @Mike. In the summer, I had an anemia flare-up which largely left me bed-bound as I was falling back to sleep every 20-30 minutes. I was just out of it.

    It took the doctors days to give me a phone call back with a GP. Then another month for a blood test.

    It turned out I was indeed having an anemic flare-up with iron and folic acid.

    I am now medicated and back up on my feet but it is really frustrating when you know you're not well (and what you need) but are kept waiting.

    Have you got any temporary pain relief in your house? It may not be as strong but may reduce it to some extent until you can get through to the GP.

    We'll be thinking of you! Please feel free to let us know how you get on if you get an appointment :3
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    independent_independent_ Community Champion Posts: 8,660 Legendary Poster
    The thread moves at super speed sometimes! I struggle to keep up at times too @Mike although it’s far easier now I have better internet (can you believe I’ve just said that, I have good internet because I can’t quite believe it either)

    @Shaunie @Mike @Jellyelephant and all who are here, hello! I’ve been reasonably alright just busy with Christmas and new year and trying to keep my mind off all the adulty life shit! Right now dad’s watching formula 1 and my partner is doing work (he says, I reckon he’s playing a game) so I’m hiding upstairs for some peace. I feel like I need it my brain’s a bit overwhelmed right now.

    How are you all?
    “Sometimes the people around you won’t understand your journey. They don’t need to, it’s not for them.”
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    Laura_tigger82Laura_tigger82 Moderator Posts: 5,132 Part of The Furniture
    I am sorry to hear you are in a similar situation @Shaunie. I hope you get the answers you need and deserve soon! Tomorrow is a normal day so they should be less busy :3

    Could you get temporary dressing from the supermarket? :3

    Good luck with seeing the specialist tomorrow! How are you feeling about that? :3
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    independent_independent_ Community Champion Posts: 8,660 Legendary Poster
    @Laura_tigger82 sorry cross posted with you there! Hello to you too!
    “Sometimes the people around you won’t understand your journey. They don’t need to, it’s not for them.”
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    independent_independent_ Community Champion Posts: 8,660 Legendary Poster
    Sounds like a nice plan @Zay! Good food is always a bonus. Can’t say I’ve tried Thai food either but sure it’s nice.
    “Sometimes the people around you won’t understand your journey. They don’t need to, it’s not for them.”
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    Laura_tigger82Laura_tigger82 Moderator Posts: 5,132 Part of The Furniture
    I agree with you @independent_ and @Mike, we do indeed have ninjas! I'm also struggling to keep up =)

    Woohoo, really glad to hear you have good internet @independent_ :3

    Sorry to hear you are feeling overwhelmed, is there anything in particular that you want to talk to us about?

    I agree that sometimes adulting in itself can be overwhelming and hiding away somewhere is a good plan of action in those moments!

    I hope you enjoy shopping and food @Zay :3
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    independent_independent_ Community Champion Posts: 8,660 Legendary Poster
    Think my brain’s just busy @Laura_tigger82 and I’ve spent the past few days around family with lots of noise and TV watching and stuff, which even though it seems fun (and mostly it was) I just need my space sometimes.

    I really must change out of my pyjamas and stop being so lazy though :lol:
    “Sometimes the people around you won’t understand your journey. They don’t need to, it’s not for them.”
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    Laura_tigger82Laura_tigger82 Moderator Posts: 5,132 Part of The Furniture
    Hi @independent_

    I think it is really great that you have identified what you are struggling with and what you need.

    Yes, we all need some space sometimes. I hope you can get the rest you need :3
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    SienaSiena Posts: 15,544 Skive's The Limit
    Heyy
    “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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    independent_independent_ Community Champion Posts: 8,660 Legendary Poster
    Hello
    “Sometimes the people around you won’t understand your journey. They don’t need to, it’s not for them.”
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    DandelionDandelion Posts: 1,911 Extreme Poster
    Good morning, how is everyone?
    The steps you take don’t need to be big, they just need to take you in the right direction. 
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    independent_independent_ Community Champion Posts: 8,660 Legendary Poster
    Exhausted and meh, you? I have a labrador next to me though so positives
    “Sometimes the people around you won’t understand your journey. They don’t need to, it’s not for them.”
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    DancerDancer Community Champion Posts: 7,898 Master Poster
    I've been watching Peppa Pig on YouTube.
    "There's a part of me I can't get back. A little girl grew up too fast. All it took was once. I'll never be the same." ~ Demi Lovato
    "The way that I have found the light in my life is through the expressive arts because I know that I will be accepted for the way I am." ~ Me
    "I'm going to get strong again and see you soon. " ~ Anonymous 
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    DancerDancer Community Champion Posts: 7,898 Master Poster
    Also, why am I bothering to wear a bra? I don't even have to go out today.
    "There's a part of me I can't get back. A little girl grew up too fast. All it took was once. I'll never be the same." ~ Demi Lovato
    "The way that I have found the light in my life is through the expressive arts because I know that I will be accepted for the way I am." ~ Me
    "I'm going to get strong again and see you soon. " ~ Anonymous 
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    independent_independent_ Community Champion Posts: 8,660 Legendary Poster
    Dancer wrote: »
    Also, why am I bothering to wear a bra? I don't even have to go out today.

    I feel this, I just went to tescos but I'm home now and I'm thinking why am I even still wearing this uncomfy bra? Lol
    “Sometimes the people around you won’t understand your journey. They don’t need to, it’s not for them.”
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    DancerDancer Community Champion Posts: 7,898 Master Poster
    independent_ wrote: »
    Dancer wrote: »
    Also, why am I bothering to wear a bra? I don't even have to go out today.

    I feel this, I just went to tescos but I'm home now and I'm thinking why am I even still wearing this uncomfy bra? Lol

    Usually as soon as I get home from going somewhere and I know that I don't need to go out anymore that day, the bra comes straight off.
    "There's a part of me I can't get back. A little girl grew up too fast. All it took was once. I'll never be the same." ~ Demi Lovato
    "The way that I have found the light in my life is through the expressive arts because I know that I will be accepted for the way I am." ~ Me
    "I'm going to get strong again and see you soon. " ~ Anonymous 
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    DandelionDandelion Posts: 1,911 Extreme Poster
    I'm tired too, I've got so much work to do though, I've had a couple of days off so really need to get on now, but can't really be bothered lol
    The steps you take don’t need to be big, they just need to take you in the right direction. 
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