Mental health blog

 Was feeling a bit down about the whole level 4 thing. Feeling a bit at a loss of purpose. My support worker invited me downstairs for a tea and chat. I spoke with two support workers just in general and about the level 4 thing. They gave me some ideas of places I could volunteer using my counselling skills. I now have a place to volunteer called the fusion centre at a mind arts and crafts group. Hopefully that will go well.  I have also decided that I will go for the degree. I really want to stick with this subject and want to work academically at it too. See how it goes. 

 It’s a while since I’ve written on here. I was cooling today. We made cold cheesecakes. It’s a nice thing to do on a hot day.  I am exploring studying more about ayurveda next year in lieu of doing a counselling course. I might study with a place called ocean in 2024. They have been kind and helpful in explaining the enrolment process compared to local adult education. Also, I expect to possibly be moving next year so there will be some upheaval. 

 Woke up in a good mood today. Just thought of all the nice people I will see today, and the weather is nice too. It is crafts day at the blackthorn.  ******************************************* Hi Simon, nice to hear you are drawing and having fun with it. Yes, it’s good to see the joy in things and approach with wonder. I’m sure I’ll learn a lot when I start in the plant nursery next week.  PS. Looking a bit bleak on the counselling course front. Am exploring possibly doing a degree in psychology and counselling. There is student finance available for that course with the open university.