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Re-Introducing Ourselves
Sian321
Community Manager Posts: 327 The Mix Regular
Hello lovely Community! We have noticed that we have quite a few new faces who have joined us over the past few weeks, which is wonderful! 
A very hearty welcome to anyone who has recently found us here on this little corner of the internet.
Re-Introductions
To help us settle in and to get to know each other more, we thought we'd create a 're-introduction' corner with some fun, chatty questions! Everyone's welcome to respond, whether you're new to the Mix or you've been here for years. Reply to them all or just one...its up to you!
1. What colour best represents 'you' right now in life? (You could take this to mean your personality, your mood, or simply your favourite colour right now!)
2. If you spend 48 hours anywhere else in the world, where would you like to visit and why?
3. What topics / struggles / themes can we support you with as a Community here?
4. What's a hobby / interest you'd like to grow more in the future?
Getting started with Community....
If any of you have something that you'd like some support with or simply to have a fun natter about, remember you can start your own Discussions thread by making a post here: https://community.themix.org.uk/post/discussion
Simply choose the 'catgeory' of Boards that your post best fits into (e.g. Health and Wellbeing for mental health related posts, or General Chat for fun, casual conversation) and then write away
There is truly space enough for everyone here, and we want to hear what's on your mind
A very hearty welcome to anyone who has recently found us here on this little corner of the internet.Re-Introductions
To help us settle in and to get to know each other more, we thought we'd create a 're-introduction' corner with some fun, chatty questions! Everyone's welcome to respond, whether you're new to the Mix or you've been here for years. Reply to them all or just one...its up to you!
1. What colour best represents 'you' right now in life? (You could take this to mean your personality, your mood, or simply your favourite colour right now!)
2. If you spend 48 hours anywhere else in the world, where would you like to visit and why?
3. What topics / struggles / themes can we support you with as a Community here?
4. What's a hobby / interest you'd like to grow more in the future?
Getting started with Community....
If any of you have something that you'd like some support with or simply to have a fun natter about, remember you can start your own Discussions thread by making a post here: https://community.themix.org.uk/post/discussion
Simply choose the 'catgeory' of Boards that your post best fits into (e.g. Health and Wellbeing for mental health related posts, or General Chat for fun, casual conversation) and then write away
There is truly space enough for everyone here, and we want to hear what's on your mind
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1. probably multicoloured because it’s like loads of colours in one space like my brain is loads of thoughts in one space?
2. i would love to go to greece! i really enjoy history and done gcse ancient history so visiting some of the places i learned about would be really cool
3. i just struggle with life in general but my main thing that i would like to gain from the community would be building more friendships as i really struggle with making friends
4. i previously played netball and would really like to get back into it again as it was a part of my week where i was too busy to focus on my thoughts so it gave me a break, however im anxious about going back because i struggle with being around people and also my scars too:/
- i think rn my colour is baby pink 💗
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2. If you spend 48 hours anywhere else in the world, where would you like to visit and why?
-i would like to visit africa bc id love to do volunteering with the young ppl/children who dont have access to things we do. maybe in the future
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3. What topics / struggles / themes can we support you with as a Community here?
- i struggle with various issues but rn just a hug would do. ( virtual hugs ) 😅
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4. What's a hobby / interest you'd like to grow more in the future?
- when i was younger/ mid teens i used to do dancing and acting/singing. i used to be in shows and pantomimes and id love to do it again when my health is better.
sending you all hugs 🫂 im here for everyone if you need a shoulder to lean on im here for you
I feel i've only really got answers for the first two questions so i'll just do those
1. I feel if I had to choose I’d go for green. Its my favourite colour and I feel there’s sooooooo many different shades of it, so it kinda includes a bit of everything.
2. I’d love to go to Italy or France, and learn about the culture and history and amazing food they have. Simply relax and explore where I am and just take it all in
1: I’m definitely a gentle Forest Green colour. I absolutely adore nature but I think it suits me well.
2: I’d go back to Slovenia and sit in the cafe in Ljubljana that I absolutely loved. Beautiful sights, lovely city and friendly people.
3: I’ve been a loner for 8 years, having absolutely no friends. So I’d love the opportunity to build better connections and friendships.
4: I really want to get into knitting this year because I’m an old soul. 😭 Other than that, just keep traveling and writing poetry.
It was lovely to read all your answers. ☺️
1. What colour best represents 'you' right now in life?
My favourite colour is probably blue. I think it’s always been my favourite, and as most of you know, I’m really into cars, and blue looks good in most, if not all, cars.
2. If you could spend 48 hours anywhere else in the world, where would you like to visit and why?
I would probably spend 48 hours in a countryside area, not sure where specifically, but somewhere that’s bright and sunny, and in a nice motorhome.
3. What topics, struggles, or themes can we support you with as a community here?
As for struggles, I worry about my future career and current and future financial situation, so support with that would be great, as I have been getting some support already.
4. What's a hobby or interest you'd like to grow more in the future?
I have an interest in cars, as most of you probably know, and I’d like to grow in terms of experience with driving them. I’d like to drive different cars, like maybe electric and hybrid ones, as we’re moving towards that. A lot of people aren’t fans of them, but I like them. I think Teslas are nice, and the Ford Mustang Mach-E is great. Of course, I still like fuel cars a lot too.
1. I think green because its mostly associated with nature and I find being in nature can be peaceful and calming
2. Oo probably Japan because I love Japanese food and they have some very interesting food vending machines that we don't have here in the UK. So for me it would be a little foodie trip I think as well as seeing artwork and I want to visit the studio ghilbi museum too.
3. As a neurodivergent person myself, I often find it hard to connect and make friends easily. Therefore, I think for me making new friends and having a safe space where I can freely talk about my neurodiversity as well as my anxiety and OCD too. Also, another employment wise would be helpful too
4. OOoh this is such a hard one to be fair because I think im a hoarder of hobbies
1. What colour best represents 'you' right now in life? (You could take this to mean your personality, your mood, or simply your favourite colour right now!)
Right now im viking with shades of green but like the darker greens. I've been drawn to khaki and sage green for a while 💚
2. If you spend 48 hours anywhere else in the world, where would you like to visit and why?
Ooh I would love to visit new Zealand always wanted to experienxe the culture. As a sports fan I would love to see the haka performed by the all black rugby team or the Maori tribe.
3. What topics / struggles / themes can we support you with as a Community here?
I'm not sure about this one as I feel the topics/struggles/what I would want support with are difficult with the guidelines etc. But from the time ive been here I've enjoyed getting support from others when im struggling with my Eating disorder, self-harm or general mental health.
4. What's a hobby / interest you'd like to grow more in the future?
Ooh this is a tough one. I'm so sporadic with my interests its hard to focus on one thing. At the moment I would love to grown my story writing and drawing - its been a good outlet for me when im struggling.
1. I love any and all vibrant colours but my fav is orange (or cyan). Interesting how green is always such a popular favourite colour though!
2. Hmm hard question... I'm fighting the urge to say "my home city in Poland" lol, but beside that its my dream to visit Japan one day because I love the culture and style! I'm just worried 48 hours is nowhere near enough for me to see everything and be satisfied with the visit xD
3. I guess mainly loneliness and social anxiety (+ social awkwardness). Although I've already received a ton of support with these from this community which I'm super grateful for, and thanks to that I've been trying my best to apply what I've learnt in the real word and get out there more. Which is why I haven't been active here much lately. But yk, there's only so much that venting on the internet will get you
4. There's so much I'd love to finally do... But I think the thing I'd want to do most is to get more into music. That means learning to play instruments, composing my own music tracks, and even trying to sing more with my voice (whenever I can lol).
Sending virtual hugs to you all
My favourite colour is green. I also feel that represents me but I couldn’t tell you why because idk😂
2. If you spend 48 hours anywhere else in the world, where would you like to visit and why?
Like @TheNightmare id probably opt for the country side. I find that really peaceful and quiet.
3. What topics / struggles / themes can we support you with as a Community here?
I’m not sure. Sometimes my faith slips and I like validation for that. Mostly I just like being a part of a community though.
4. What's a hobby / interest you'd like to grow more in the future?
I’d like to continue getting better at football & Gaelic. They are my favourite sports
I'm Kai, and I joined the community in May 2022!
1) What colour best represents 'you' right now in life? (You could take this to mean your personality, your mood, or simply your favourite colour right now!)
I've always really liked the colour purple, it's such a pretty colour!
2) If you spend 48 hours anywhere else in the world, where would you like to visit and why?
I'm tempted to say Philippines hahah (where I'm from) but I think I'd like to go to Japan, or Italy. Japan because I'm currently learning Japanese and would want to use it to connect with natives - it's a really nice language! I also want to visit Kyoto and Mt. Fuji as well! As for Italy, I think the attractions there are so beautiful and it looks like a really sunny place! Also I really love Italian cuisine
3) What topics / struggles / themes can we support you with as a Community here?
I think I'd need support with studying as a current uni student - I get quite overwhelmed easily when it comes to balancing a social life and external work experience with studies. I am trying my best to get through this though! What also worries me as well is what comes after graduation and what my life will look like afterwards.
4) What's a hobby / interest you'd like to grow more in the future?
I'd like to get into waaay too many hobbies hahah. I already like playing the piano, drawing, writing and learning Japanese, but I'd like to continue learning languages like Korean, Mandarin or Italian. And I really want to read more books, learn how to play guitar and bass, and also get into scrapbooking. And crocheting. If only I had all the free time in the world hahah
1. What colour best represents 'you' right now in life? (You could take this to mean your personality, your mood, or simply your favourite colour right now!):
Orange - Favoruite colour since i was a kid, i cannot choose another colour for any reason
2. If you spend 48 hours anywhere else in the world, where would you like to visit and why?
Scotland, its a beautiful country, my ex lives there, though we have been back on speaking terms for a little over a year, but the country itself is just stunning. Plus its not to hot in the summer
3. What topics / struggles / themes can we support you with as a Community here?
No need, I just pop in from time to time. Was a Boards Moderator here many many years ago, and I do like to see how things are going, from time to time. (Being a boards moderator here and helping people is still one of my highlights in life)
4. What's a hobby / interest you'd like to grow more in the future?
Photography, mainly nature photography