Img.1: Stacks of personal accounts noting weekly expenses.
Img.2: Notes the war begins (section above the thumb).
Img.3: Weekly summary of the war from the week it began.
Img.4: Long account of the happenings of the war.
Img.5: Notes the war ends (top right corner).
Just used a free generator hence the blur but I still wanted to have my sankey moment.
36 applications, 6 interviews and one offer which I have accepted! I found it helpful to lurk on this sub during my search and always found these graphs interesting and encouraging (sometimes…).
It’s so tough out there and can really impact view on self and mental health; try to engage in your hobbies, spend time with your loved ones, get outside and have a good cuppa with some biscuits while applying. The right thing will hopefully be just around the corner. Wishing luck for all those on their continued job search.
Rewatching & have just seen S3 EP24 and I think it’s one of my favourite meaningful episodes that’s full of emotion.
When I initially watched I wasn’t a fan of the failing adoption storyline for Cam & Mitch; I think I wanted a cookie cutter perfect experience. But on my rewatches I like this episode more and more, especially the scene pictured above. The pain and exhaustion Cam & Mitch go through feels really raw and real.
So what’re episodes or storylines that are more emotive or meaningful that others’ really enjoy?
Now I’ve only got three rare summer fish to nab up next…😅
How’s everyone’s (in the Northern hemi) summer catching going? 🏖️ I’m not gonna talk about bugs because there’s some very frustrating critters I keep messing up my palm tree approach on…🫣
Edit: See comments, my bug luck change 🪳
I am rubbish at terraforming & still have a good few places in my island in need of designing/re-designing…but I wanted to share some of my fave island spots 🏝️
First set I’ve finished in the museum 🦕
Just passed my theory, this is the second time as the first lapsed. After passing my theory the first time I did a fair amount of lessons and two practical tests which I failed.
Each practical I did my instructor felt I was ready but my nerves completely over came me. Driving makes me so anxious. The second practical the examiners advise was to “be less anxious” because they shared they could tell I was a good driver, just plagued by my nerves.
I don’t want to let this one lapse and want to get lessons sorted ASAP. I’m hoping I’ll remember a fair bit as all of the above was only in 2023. So, what tips and tricks do people have for overcoming nerves? And for starting lessons again?
Any and all advice would be greatly appreciated, thank you in advance!
The left side of my face has been more blemished and prone to irritation for around a year. Always the left and not the right.
No changes to routine, no differences between one cheek or the other. I sleep with satin pillow cases.
Current routine:
AM: water wash face, moisturiser, eye cream and suncream.
PM: face cleanser (if wearing make up), face wash, retinol every other day, serum on days of no retinol, night moisturiser (thicker), eye cream.
Weekly: face scrub, clay face mask and sheet face mask.
What could be the cause?
The suit was from her spaying but it stayed on approx. 5 mins before she wriggled out.
Frida had a rough start to life before we took her in, so she’s on the small side (we estimate she’s around 10months old now).
She’s become a very confident (and naughty!) white sock gal now 🧦 can often catching her climbing the curtains and generally acting quite gremlin esk.
I posted a few weeks back about restarting and looking for inspiration 🌟
I’ve been working hard on some areas of my island with inspo from the wonderful replies I received 🥰
I’ve got a fair few blank spaces that still need something something, so I’d be really grateful if anyone fancies popping along via DA and giving me some ideas 💡
I restarted my island last year, upgraded my house fully, got some items and then haven’t been back since as designing felt too overwhelming 🙃
Buttt, I’ve come back on to check the new updates and start making my island magical! 💫 So please show me your favourite parts of your islands for some much needed inspo 🫶
I’ve chosen all wooden bridges bc thinking of going for a rustic, cosy, natural vibe 🍃
I restarted my island last year, upgraded my house fully, got some items and then haven’t been back since as designing felt too overwhelming 🙃
Buttt, I’ve come back on to check the new updates and start making my island magical! 💫 So please show me your favourite parts of your islands for some much needed inspo 🫶
I’ve chosen all wooden bridges bc thinking of going for a rustic, cosy, natural vibe 🍃
I have been offered an interview for an art therapist post. I have training experience as both my placements were NHS based, however no working experience in the NHS beyond this (I have other work experience).
I’m mindful of how competitive these posts can be and really want to prepare as much as possible. I would really welcome any insight into what to expect in the interview or any advice (both general and role specific) please?
I am a newly qualified art therapist in the UK. Since graduating I’ve worked as a general mental health practitioner, however the role was feeling unsafe and unethical to continue practicing in, so I have made the decision to hand my notice in.
I have nothing lined up so far, and I am feeling slightly disheartened. Fellow cohort members are struggling to find work and many seem to be working freelance as art therapists a few days a week and doing other roles to make ends meet.
I would ideally like a full time role, and I don’t drive, which makes things a little tricky. What advice would seasoned art therapists offer? I am currently applying for generic support worker and wellbeing support roles in education and charity sectors. How can I keep myself in the art therapy world whilst also earning enough to survive?
I’m thinking if I find work in a place I feel comfortable in then perhaps I can do some voluntary arts for health workshops, or try to find some freelance work that I could do around a full time job?
I normally get an caffe latte cappuccino if I’m having a sweet snack but thought I would give the costa one a go. And then I opted for sushi as I was craving some but didn’t want it as a main. It’s not my finest…separately ok, together I questioned my choices…wondering how badly this will be rated…