Kim

Former Headteacher, continuous learner, student again. Interests in mental health and well-being. Views expressed my own.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@craigSCPHN I’ll look forward to seeing you. My dogs have always brought me a lot of joy . I’m sure he will be a great addition.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@MHChat Glad that I’m back engaging again - I missed these chats for a while. Always very thought provoking.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@MHChat Trust definitely, warmth and respect. I think my most positive relationships are with those where there is a strong mutual understanding of each other, even though our views may differ on things, whether that be personally or professionally.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@MHChat We do have a relationship with ourselves. Whilst I think very few of us have a glossy picture of ourselves all of the time, we need to understand who we are and what we are about in our relationships with others.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@MHChat I think very much so. I think both ends of the spectrum positive and negative can impact the way in which people feel and view themselves in the world, their confidence and sometimes trust.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@MHChat I think in terms of the general sense of ‘ relationships’ in their widest form, provide attachments and connections with others which in turn provides support on many levels such as having an outlet to express thoughts to and a support network.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@MHChat Make sure you truly understand the level of care they need. Think about what pet would best suit your circumstances and If you can give your time, patience and commitment, it is a very rewarding experience.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@MHChat I’ve been missing from here for a while and have missed these chats. It’s good to be back engaging in them again.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@MHChat I have two dogs. For me they bring that constant to life. No matter how rough or bumpy life gets they are there and are a companion.

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@MHChat I think pets can influence children’s emotional development. I think theu definitely teach children care and responsibility. There is a lot recently about school therapy dogs and the positive influence they can have on children.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@MHChat Definitely, I think I read somewhere something about the calming effect then can have when you stroke them. I think they can also provide company in times of loneliness.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

Haven’t been here for a while - feeling stronger, fitter and calm. New pathway beginning.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@frosty_dogpaws I remember them well!

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@craigSCPHN Happy birthday, hope you have had a great day!

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

Harvested from my tree. Have a lovely friend who is going to turn them into olive oil for me.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

So, someone lovely told me today to gather some stones of the things that are weighing me down and throw them into the sea. I’m here to do that today. What a calm evening to do that on. I thought the idea was really touching.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@MHChat Important to encourage others too, so that they know it’s okay to take time for ourselves.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@MHChat Planning in definite times for things as well as learning to understand our feelings, both mental and physical in order to recognise those times when we need to do things like ‘say no’ for our own self preservation.

[Kim @FoxyK2000]

@MHChat I think it’s not always easy and even now sometimes my self care has come from being pushed to rather than made a conscious choice. I think we need to learn to understand ourselves and what our bodies and minds need.