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Link – I’m Not a ‘Failure’ for Leaving Jobs That Hurt My Mental Health
I identified with this today, as I get ready to move across the country for a job that some might view as a step back from what I was doing before, but I think will help me stay balanced and grounded longer than I was going to be able to stay had I continued with…
Link – What Appears to Be Mental Health Stigma Might Be Self-Care
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Sharing – How I Got Better at Sharing My Story
They can’t go down to the local community college and sign up for a class where they can practice explaining all of the complexities of their mental health in simple terms. They’re experimenting with what works, what is comfortable, what is confusing, etc. Give them some space to do that and know that when they are still at this uncomfortable level they trust you to be someone they want to talk to.
Don’t ruin it for them by being dismissive or not listening. They need you to listen and they need practice in telling their stories. Be the same place for that.
