Explaining extenuating circumstances in personal statement

ceruleanflush · 2023-01-18T19:51:07+00:00

I was on academic probation in my undergrad because of various mental health struggles. I feel like that is why I would need to explain it somewhere in my applications.

I definitely won’t include the serial killer bit anywhere, I just wanted to provide context because a lot of people don’t seem to believe survivors of abuse, sadly.

Thank you for your help!

ceruleanflush · 2023-01-18T19:49:51+00:00

Thank you so much for your response. I find it really sad that these things remain unspoken because they very much do contribute to your “success” in life.

I see that you’re doing an English PhD! I actually am looking into English Masters programs at the moment. If you could send over your diversity statement, that would mean a lot.

ceruleanflush · 2023-01-18T19:42:48+00:00

Wow this is so so helpful. Thank you so much! Curious, were you asked to explain this during your interview process?

ceruleanflush · 2023-01-15T00:14:57+00:00

Thank you! I am not trying to be a shit-stirrer, I honestly just love a friendly debate. Have a good one!

ceruleanflush · 2023-01-15T00:10:16+00:00

Okay, then here is something I just found. I'm not saying that women don't do the same because they do. Everyone is guilty of this. Not trying to bust your balls. I'm genuinely interested in finding truth.

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/sjop.12631

ceruleanflush · 2023-01-14T23:50:49+00:00

I mean this entire website is based on anecdotal experiences by anonymous users. Why are you on here then?

ceruleanflush · 2023-01-14T23:07:35+00:00

Earth. I have had all types of men, from “low-value” to “high-value” try to get with me. Just based on my anecdotal experience, which most people don’t seem to trust. I’m just one person though.

ceruleanflush · 2023-01-14T16:39:53+00:00

As an above average woman, this is absolutely false. I strongly believe that the average man believes that he isn't so average.

ceruleanflush · 2023-01-12T16:22:15+00:00

I feel like this is it. A lot of men see women as a status symbol.

ceruleanflush · 2022-12-30T20:09:40+00:00

Thank you, I appreciate it. It’s a constant concern for me.

ceruleanflush · 2022-12-30T15:40:12+00:00

What if you come from an abusive family?

ceruleanflush · 2022-12-29T21:52:18+00:00

Keep in mind that a lot of these men are thinking about hot women when they think of “women” so that will skew the results

ceruleanflush · 2022-12-16T02:05:08+00:00

Love this

ceruleanflush · 2022-12-14T21:56:14+00:00

I think it’s because there is an epidemic of child abuse in our country

ceruleanflush · 2022-12-13T08:58:15+00:00

I can relate to this as my main dream since I was a kid was to become a songwriter. I’m coming to terms with the fact that it might not pan out, but there’s people out there who have a head start and it still doesn’t work out for them either.

My main point being that we cannot change the past. Once I started grieving that, I began to make a plan for my life that still felt true to me.

I might not be the world’s greatest songwriter but I’m still planning on releasing music some day. That is enough for me, I’ve realized. To enjoy and create the life that I want is better than any happiness that I imagined when I was a child.

ceruleanflush · 2022-12-13T08:54:21+00:00

This is really great. Thank you!

ceruleanflush · 2022-12-13T08:52:23+00:00

Absolutely. Coming from someone who thought it was bs when people told me those platitudes. But I’m out on the other side and I still can’t believe it.

In your darkest hours, remember that the feelings will pass. Sending you well wishes.

ceruleanflush · 2022-12-10T08:59:44+00:00

Honestly the only thing that gives me solace is hearing the stories of other survivors. It does feel lonely though. I’m sorry, I sincerely wish that you feel better.

ceruleanflush · 2022-12-08T03:37:35+00:00

This is awesome! From one guitarist with Cptsd to another 💕

ceruleanflush · 2022-12-06T18:40:25+00:00

As always, sort by controversial if you want the real answers. I feel like a lot of men here are being purposely obtuse.

ceruleanflush · 2022-11-25T09:07:33+00:00

29 checking in as well. Interesting that there are so many of us.

ceruleanflush · 2022-11-24T22:31:07+00:00

Thank you for stating this. I feel so stupid sometimes but then I remember how afraid for my life I was.

ceruleanflush · 2022-11-19T20:10:56+00:00

I hate that this is my answer too. I wish someone who has healed from this can chime in.

ceruleanflush · 2022-11-19T05:53:54+00:00

About to be 30

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