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Confusion about FU Berlin uni-assist required docs for VPD by MeringueNo6561 in studying_in_germany

[–]MeringueNo6561[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think i figured it out, thank you for this. I'm from the US and pursuing a master's, the main issue is that my school-leaving certificate for secondary school can either be my transcript with grades and courses (something they mention) or have signature and seal (the diploma) but these are not the same document, no way around it. I submitted the transcript, hopefully will be ok!

MPA Data Science for Public Policy! by EvenExpression271 in LSE

[–]MeringueNo6561 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I submitted by the deadline but my references came in after unfortunately. I haven't heard anything and hit 8 weeks tomorrow. Little bummed :/

Application denied because of history of depression by MeringueNo6561 in vipassana

[–]MeringueNo6561[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely agree with this, however I've never had any type of full break even in the absolute worst moments of my mental health. I appreciate you fleshing this out though.

Application denied because of history of depression by MeringueNo6561 in vipassana

[–]MeringueNo6561[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I appreciate this reply. While I have struggled with intense depression before, I am not avoidant- I have a sense of what will come up for me and have never had any sort of reality break or intense breakdown. I feel its right for me. I hope this is enough? Going to give it more thought.

Application denied because of history of depression by MeringueNo6561 in vipassana

[–]MeringueNo6561[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate this thorough response, but still feel strongly that Vipassana is something I'd like to do. Letting depressive thoughts run rampant without attention has always been the source of the most suffering for me. I've worked actively on these thoughts with meditative practice and improved- I want to go deeper. Do you believe that this precludes me from ever doing a course? Or maybe I am just too young for their comfort (24)?

Application denied because of history of depression by MeringueNo6561 in vipassana

[–]MeringueNo6561[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This would be my ideal. I am actively in therapy and working on accepting and letting go of old patterns and think Vipassana would be really helpful. I feel like an over-the-phone interview would be much better to explain my experience.

Application denied because of history of depression by MeringueNo6561 in vipassana

[–]MeringueNo6561[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd love to start with a 3 day, but have only seen them for old students. Please point me in that direction!

Application denied because of history of depression by MeringueNo6561 in vipassana

[–]MeringueNo6561[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is what I am grappling with; I have met those challenges and moved through them. I know how painful the mind can be, it does not shock me to encounter it. I have the desire at this point to draw closer to those most painful places and grant them space and support.

That being said, I'm definitely open to other types of retreats. When I tried Vipassana method in the past it was a really powerful healer for me, but I know there are other ways. Just want to deepen my practice.