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    Training

    By JayM,

    I'm currently heading home after day 1 of a two day training course. 
    The training is in mental health first aid. Not only is it fascinating and educational, but it's also enlightening from the perspective of my own mind.
    I've learned a lot today. About how to spot signs that a person's mental health may be taking a dip. And that includes my own. 
    Day 2 promises to be just as educational. The trainer appeared to be a little worried that she might have stressed us out and she has sent us home with homework: take an hour when you get home to do something that you enjoy.
    I'll be getting on my bike. And I'll be asking my husband how his day has gone. And I'll be taking the time to listen to what he really says. I think he's under stress too at the moment. I think I've neglected him somewhat recently.
    Time to start to put that right.
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    Training Over

    By JayM,

    What a training course. Enlightening, saddening, revealing, a little scary at times, but ultimately well worth the investment in time and money.
    Do I feel confident in giving first aid in a mental health emergency? Not 100% but it's like physical first aid - you hope you never have to do it but it's reassuring to know you have the skills and knowledge if it comes down to it.
    I will be better at spotting signs in myself - signals that my own mental health is suffering a dip. I will be better at spotting it in others. I have a far better understanding of mental health issues than I did.
    I have knowledge of symptoms, physical, psychological and behavioural. I have knowledge of help resources. I know what to do in an emergency situation. 
    My own mental health is good right now. The trips to see the psychiatrist and the psychologist were positive experiences and I'm still feeling buoyed by them.
    I hope it lasts a while.
    Peace and love to everyone.
     
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