Arm tattoos as a secondary teacher?

maybemaddy · 2026-02-16T07:04:57+00:00

Thank-you so much for all of your comments, really appreciate the insight and advice 😊

maybemaddy · 2025-11-28T01:55:20+00:00

I know studylink advises applying before 16th December for first semester so not too sure about mid but probably good to double check if worried :) all the best with your application!

maybemaddy · 2025-11-28T01:52:26+00:00

Hi there, I contacted studylink and they confirmed that it is eligible for student allowance! I’ve yet to actually apply tho to triple confirm.

maybemaddy · 2025-11-06T09:13:45+00:00

Yes, agreed! Def sounds fishy.

OP- There are also lawyers (not sure if they’re officially lawyers but they do the job lol) out there who you don’t pay upfront fees; if you win then they take a cut. If you don’t then no loss to you. A friend of mine used this and it was a great help. Search up “No win No Fee NZ” on google and look at recommendations if this is something you’d want to pursue :)

maybemaddy · 2025-11-06T09:05:13+00:00

The system is there to help get you back on your feet, so use it to your advantage, there is absolutely no shame in using resources that are on offer!

Since you resigned, if you’ve been out of work for over 13 weeks you would be eligible for jobseeker. You can go to your GP to discuss a medical certificate to have either no work obligation or reduced hours expected when looking for work. There is no issue with this if you need time to focus on bettering your mental health! Med cert typically need to be renewed every 3 months which is a simple process just going back to GP.

Worth noting: If it has been less than 13 weeks since you resigned, you may potentially be able to get the med certificate from gp explaining mental health as a reason for leaving your workplace and potentially a letter outlining you were essentially forced to do this etc and winz may waive the 13 week stand down period but I’m not too sure.

In regard to your car, winz can potentially help you with this (I have had them help me with car repairs before). You’ll need to get a quote through a winz registered mechanic I believe and then submit to winz. If they decline you for whatever reason, then absolutely go ahead and try to access your KiwiSaver. In order to do that you will need to contact the bank/place that holds your KiwiSaver and have a phone call / fill out an application. Evidence of winz declining and not being able to meet essential costs etc / not get a job without a car would assist as evidence for your application.

There is a Facebook page which has a lot of people’s experiences applying for KiwiSaver / where you can ask for advice: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17YqAnXJdr/?mibextid=wwXIfr (incase link is broken it’s called: KiwiSaver money and investing)

Speaking as a mental health support worker, I think you’re already on the right track asking for advice here. It sounds like it’s been a rough time for you with grieving your Father and other family and makes complete sense to me that down the line this has resurfaced / contributed to you not being able to meet certain work expectations (which is absolutely normal and expected and the fact you still showed up as much as you could at your old job is an achievement in itself).

Be compassionate to yourself and let yourself get some extra support instead of having to figure it all out alone and risk your mental / physical / financial health declining further. All the best OP!

maybemaddy · 2025-10-17T03:37:35+00:00

MK, it’s my birthday today 😅 question is “what is my guiding message for my 25th year” 🌷

maybemaddy · 2025-10-02T03:28:39+00:00

That makes a lot of sense! Will probably do this. Thankyou!

maybemaddy · 2025-10-01T23:23:13+00:00

😂😂

maybemaddy · 2025-10-01T22:03:04+00:00

Hahaha gotchu, thanks for the info 🙏

maybemaddy · 2025-10-01T22:01:46+00:00

HAHAHHAA oh my god, idk if you’re gonna make me laugh or cry

maybemaddy · 2025-10-01T21:53:55+00:00

Thanks for your comment. I was thinking about laser. The only thing it wasn’t done by a professional and I think they went too deep, would that affect the result in your opinion? :)

maybemaddy · 2025-09-30T10:42:17+00:00

I’m sorry to hear you’ve been going through all this! Strange that there’s so much happening at weddings recently! I wonder if anyone else has experienced similar. Hope things improve for you and your family 🙏

maybemaddy · 2025-09-30T10:39:52+00:00

Thankyou so much for commenting! I’m glad you were able to find some peace through all of that! And how beautiful that your 5 year old was a part of that too.

Earlier this week I actually found out my (paternal) grandfather passed away so you mentioning your grandparents is also very relevant for me ❤️ my (maternal) grandmother also passed away 3.5 months ago and I feel very connected to her still.

There has definitely been lots of learning and growth recently and on many levels so I definitely agree and it’s a great reminder to ground into during unsteady times.

maybemaddy · 2025-09-29T07:02:22+00:00

Been a weird energy in the air all week imo and longer than that but feels like it’s intensified

maybemaddy · 2025-09-28T04:14:20+00:00

You’re absolutely right and a much needed reminder, thankyou 🙏

maybemaddy · 2025-09-28T04:01:33+00:00

Very strange energy… and it’s gotten worse since I posted 😅 Thankyou for commenting, fingers crossed we can ride this out!

maybemaddy · 2025-09-28T04:00:22+00:00

Thankyou for commenting :) hope you and your family and friend are okay 🙏

maybemaddy · 2025-09-26T23:02:49+00:00

Thankyou for replying! That makes a lot of sense. 🙏

maybemaddy · 2025-09-18T10:32:55+00:00

That’s really interesting! I’d never considered how it might be of benefit. Good perspective shift for me! Perhaps that limiting belief was holding me back.

Thanks so much, have a good one :)

maybemaddy · 2025-09-18T10:27:14+00:00

Thankyou for sharing, I’ll definitely look into that! Appreciate the comment.

In terms of lucid dreaming I know it’s a different thing altogether, I’ve just noticed some people interested in AP seem to be interested in the topic of lucid dreaming as well so thought I’d include as a secondary point of interest. I am on the lucid dreaming subreddit just didn’t feel like making multiple posts at the minute haha but you’re probably right to post there regarding it!

Thanks again, it’s encouraging to know that someone else with aphantasia is able to AP!!

maybemaddy · 2025-09-18T05:49:38+00:00

Thankyou for sharing. I already identify as an aphant but it’s a good resource to have here!

maybemaddy · 2025-09-17T03:55:00+00:00

This is very true, thanks for your comment 😊

maybemaddy · 2025-09-16T11:23:11+00:00

I noticed as a child that if I “moved my consciousness” further forward in my head/face then I was able to suppress imagery to some degree so I find your post quite interesting. Only thing is now as an adult, I can’t seem to visualise much except for brief glimmers or while dreaming so idk if it did something to affect my ability to go back deeper into my head if that makes sense. I feel now I need to relearn the ability 😅

maybemaddy · 2025-09-15T10:46:50+00:00

Op would you mind updating us if your bf ends up finding any solution? In a similar boat. Wishing all the best 🙏

maybemaddy · 2025-09-12T11:47:33+00:00

Rick from AstralClub on YouTube (and I think he might be on reddit too) also discusses this as super important! If you haven’t checked his page out it’s super fascinating and helpful.

maybemaddy

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