Traumatic Experiences Community Check-In: Saturday-Sunday, 22-23 August 2020
Hello community!!
As always, this is a supportive space, and its optional to participate in check-ins.
This weekends topic is just going to be an open one.
Sometimes its nice to have a breather, a change of pace.
A time where we can recharge and indulge in self-care.
And to prepare for whats to come.
Please remember you are not alone in this journey, we are here to support one another.
Just going to leave a few general questions.
Check-In Questions:
How are you doing this weekend?
Is there anything you want to talk about?
What are some positive things that have supported you lately?
Feel free to check in again over the weekend if anything changes or something comes to mind that you want to mention.
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@AstronomySkies
How are you doing this weekend?
I'm ok, feeling a bit out of it. Not sure what I wanna do, nothing seems or feels fun or worth while
Is there anything you want to talk about?
I guess about me leaving my current therapy group soon (September 17th is the last session). And the uncertainty of what's next kinda scares me. I know I'm going to join what they call the self esteem group next and I know the therapists who are involved already. But there's also a bunch of people I don't know and the program of the group is allegedly pretty intense, with home work and stuff.
What are some positive things that have supported you lately?
The petting zoo I volunteer at has been something calming for me, I look forward to going each week.
Other than that, my counsellor, who's really nice and understands me well
@Madaraismyspiritanimal
Glad to hear you're okay! It's totally fine to feel unsure or not know what to do. Thank you so much for sharing and replying to the check-in.
Aww a petting zoo is an amazing thing, so happy to hear it calms you!
four time fleeing natural disaster. Stressed and scared but safe. New kitty and parent are with me. Trying to sleep wh3n I'm able. PTSD is rampant. Trying to get my anti anxiety meds today. Grateful for 7 cups. Another great support system.
@Lolowise475
Hi Lolo... I'm so sorry to hear about what happened to you, that's truly awful. I just want to say I'm glad you're here, and alive, and still carrying on despite everything.
Check-In Questions:
How are you doing this weekend?
At the moment, not great. But that's because I've stopped writing and drawing as a way to "escape" my feelings, so now I feel bad as I feel my anxiety coming back up.
Is there anything you want to talk about?
I don't know, my depression? I'm one of those people who's trauma/depression what have you manifests as irritability... so I feel stressed 24/7 (as of the last couple weeks) as I'm just trying to do my normal routine. It's so frustrating and I just wish it would go away.
What are some positive things that have supported you lately?
A few listeners on here who were kind. A couple of my online friends that helped a little. They were good temporary fixes that helped me through the worst of it.
Check-In Questions:
How are you doing this weekend? I'm doing okay
Is there anything you want to talk about? I'm just overwhelmed.
What are some positive things that have supported you lately? My friend supported me
Sarah: Greetings people's.
I am feeling ok tired alot, our host Skye doesn't sleep well.
Anything I want to talk about, idk lol,
A positive note is Skye has a loving family
@Fireskye13
Hey Sarah! Thanks for checking in and sharing!
Sorry to hear you've been tired lately, hope you get the rest y'all deserve soon. Having a loving family is a great thing.
I am doing pretty well this weekend. I had a rough patch last night, but I got through it. I am glad to be back on 7cups and hope to be able to jump in and provide some support here in the trauma community. Today is self-care Sunday for me so I have just been taking the day easy. Tomorrow I will spend some time exploring and getting to know people more!
@InvaderStitch
Good to hear you're doing well, even with the rough bits. Thanks for participating in the check-in.
We're glad to have you back here to 7Cups!! 
A self-care day is a good thing.