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Re: Topic Tuesday // What peer support is and why it's great // Tues 11th May, 7:00-8:30PM AEST
  • Author : Daisydreamer
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  • Topic : Events and updates
11 May 2021 10:11 AM
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My top tips for peer support:

1. Listening openly, and without judgement is so important. Our journey and our stories will be different, and by being open to new perspectives we can learn and grow together

 

2. Remember that your story has power: What you have learnt from your experiences can be helpful to others, as other's stories can be helpful for you. I learn something every day on the forums from reading stories and experiences. Be courageous and share your story- it may be a turning point, hold hope or demonstrate new strategies for others you are connecting with

 

3. Sometimes a simple "I hear you" "I'm sitting with you" "I am here when you need me" can go along way. I've learnt that I don't always have a response, but I can acknowledge the supportive space we are sitting in

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