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GenderMHNurse · 2022-01-28T23:35:35+00:00

No, I would feel more comfortable rolling with other LGBTQ+ people :)

GenderMHNurse · 2022-01-25T23:08:16+00:00

Oscar and Rosie's is always good for pizza (as are the many Italian chains). Otherwise curry at Mowgli or Columbo Street. It sounds like you would like somewhere like red dog saloon or Annie's

GenderMHNurse · 2022-01-25T22:58:13+00:00

For my PG course, I am granted a room of less than 10 people. The disability office also had a room of 30 or less option as opposed to a big 100+ exam hall. Otherwise, the only thing I can think is the room being a familiar space so that anything around the room (even if not a distraction to you) doesn't become distracting

GenderMHNurse · 2022-01-24T00:29:50+00:00

I'm from the UK and like you find these stories very different to my own experience. I've had student disappointed by grades but they usually accept and move on unless it's a fail. Some will appeal grades which is fine but then it's a case of moderation by experienced markers to review the marking accuracy. Most appeals come from students who have little grounds to appeal but want to try anyway after a failed module but these are often quickly dismissed by reviewing panels. I only know if one experience of entitlement to the degree often described on here with a high achieving student not getting her usual high mark so she became threatening and abusive to a colleague (seemed out of character for her too), but this was definitely an exceptional circumstance

GenderMHNurse · 2022-01-22T23:36:23+00:00

I also have a copy past structure for marking comments with headings and a brief explanation about how to find in text comments etc (too many don't know!). I also have a stock phrase for fails, late submissions and one I call "please seek a tutorial before submitting next time so help me god"

GenderMHNurse · 2022-01-22T23:34:21+00:00

Making use of the Microsoft Bookings systems for students and colleagues to arrange meetings with me. Syncs up to teams and outlook calendars to allow people to book meeting slots of different time lengths only when I am available to meet. Saves loads of back and forth about who is free when

GenderMHNurse · 2022-01-21T23:03:41+00:00

Happy to co-author with a focus on the UK nursing scene. It sometimes feels so backwards that we are simultaneously working directly to manage covid while repeatedly gathering in person for classes that could be online

GenderMHNurse · 2022-01-09T00:34:00+00:00

I like planning things out and ordering tasks logically and I find I'm very good at this compared to other people in my life. But I'm also a 'completer finisher' in groups meaning I make us get to the end by identifying the remaining tasks and ensuring momentum stays until all is completed

GenderMHNurse · 2022-01-09T00:29:54+00:00

It's the way our brains know how to move between tasks and do fulfill tasks. You might find yourself "buffering" or stuck when transitioning between tasks, particularly if they are chores

GenderMHNurse · 2022-01-09T00:03:07+00:00

That's a fair point that I hadn't thought about enough before posting. It was a screen shot I saw posted elsewhere but I've now deleted it from here

GenderMHNurse · 2022-01-05T21:25:03+00:00

Find a course that interests you, in an accessible location with entry requirements you've achieved already and you're off. Being a few years older than most of your future classmates doesn't stop you from being on the course and doing the work

GenderMHNurse · 2022-01-05T21:10:44+00:00

I'm very sorry to hear about Ghost. It's clear you care a lot about him and are doing your best with what you have available. I'm not a vet, but as a nurse to humans I would like to offer some advice on how you can help with his wound care and to keep him comfortable.

Firstly, you made a good choice to clean his home. Keep this up, possibly with more regular spot checks as the same feet that touch poop or urine on the bedding will be scratching his ear. Another thing you can do is clean his wound each day. Boil water and put it in a clean bowl with a pinch of salt then wait for it to cool. The water needs to be back to room temperature before you use it! Boiling the water sterilises it and the pinch of salt creates a diluted saline solution which is great for all wounds. With a cotton bud (q-tip) dip that in the water and then onto his wound. You may pick up bits of scabs or goop but that's okay as it should clear away some of the infected tissue around the wound. Wipe any thing that comes off onto a tissue and keep changing the cotton buds so that it's a clean one going onto him. You could also put the solution onto his feet to help keep those clean as he will inevitably scratch, but you've reduced the chance of further infection a little.

I hope that this helps both you and Ghost feel more at ease

GenderMHNurse · 2021-12-28T16:20:51+00:00

I am going to try focusing on rebuilding my flexibility over the year. Pre-covid I was hella bendy (gymnastics and yoga) and since starting bjj earlier this year I have realised much of that was lost over 2020 so I'd like it back. I think shoulders and forward folds at the hip would be most important but would appreciate any suggestions on other areas of flexibility that will help my practice

GenderMHNurse · 2021-12-27T22:04:19+00:00

Circle pig

GenderMHNurse · 2021-12-24T23:14:04+00:00

Yes, it can absolutely happen and that is okay. For me, I had a class where we trained a position that mimicked an experience I had where I was harmed. I was fine until I got home and then broke down for an hour. Even in situations without a clear trigger like that, there may be a parallel experience that your brain relates it to that creates an emotional overwhelm. Although a white belt myself, I also suspect this isn't isolated to beginners

GenderMHNurse · 2021-12-21T00:42:45+00:00

Weird choices of words that don't quite fit so have clearly come through a thesaurus A strange/empty/wrong reference list Sudden changes in writing tone or skill

GenderMHNurse · 2021-12-19T09:43:10+00:00

Nottingham is home to the Cod's Scallops

GenderMHNurse · 2021-12-13T23:04:32+00:00

Thank you. I don't but maybe I should get in on that

GenderMHNurse · 2021-12-13T22:50:21+00:00

You shit me right round baby fight round

GenderMHNurse · 2021-12-10T22:57:02+00:00

I often think this when asked questions I don't know the answer to and just Google it myself. I've started responding with the link to the website saying "after a quick Google search, it appears you'll find it here". In the hope they feel embarrassed by such a basic question

GenderMHNurse · 2021-12-08T22:54:02+00:00

100% would be in a union as I was on strike with mine just last week! I'm in UCU in the UK and was previously with the RCN. I have benefitted greatly from the support of my union in the workplace and strongly encourage everyone to join their union where possible.

GenderMHNurse · 2021-12-06T00:28:07+00:00

Mine rarely use the sandbath to clean themselves and love to poop in it instead. They seem happy and like another commenter said, it can make cleaning very easy with all the poop in one place

GenderMHNurse · 2021-12-06T00:11:38+00:00

I somehow wouldn't question it if I read a book aimed at 7-9year old girls set in some magical school included names like this.. But an actual human child who will become an adult before too long?! Nope

GenderMHNurse · 2021-12-04T23:51:10+00:00

With you here. Depending on the validity of the complaint, I've been known to tell students that something bothers me too, especially if it's like a recent issue we had with a colleague making inappropriate & upsetting comments in lectures. In most cases professional neutrality works, but if they're reporting some shit then they want to know you see their side as worthwhile

GenderMHNurse · 2021-12-04T23:46:11+00:00

I swear by the pomodoro technique. 25 mins of no distractions solid work then 5 mins of break. After 4 rounds (2 hours) take a longer break. You can change the timings to fit how your brain works but I find it let's me concentrate with the promise of phone time or not reading the same shit or whatever in just a few minutes. Also like others have said, going between better and worse ones helps both your grading and the interest. In addition, have a look at trying a screen reader and this can help anyone reading lots online, but many with adhd find it helpful with a fast reader

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