Can someone tell me a good life story, please?

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The thread centers around personal life stories, specifically focusing on significant obstacles participants have faced and overcome. The discussion invites sharing of experiences that have had life-altering ramifications, with an emphasis on therapeutic storytelling.

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  • One participant expresses a need for life stories to find therapeutic value amidst personal instability.
  • Another participant questions the intent behind the request, suggesting it may be for academic purposes.
  • A suggestion is made to attend support meetings, such as Alcoholics Anonymous, for authentic life experiences and therapeutic benefits.
  • A participant shares a deeply personal account of overcoming severe childhood trauma, detailing experiences of abuse, family dysfunction, and struggles with addiction, ultimately highlighting resilience and self-education.
  • Another participant reacts to the shared story, expressing shock at the severity of the experiences described.

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Participants do not reach a consensus on the appropriateness of sharing personal stories in this context, with some questioning the motivations behind the request and others providing their own narratives. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best way to share and receive such stories.

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Some contributions include personal anecdotes that are complex and may involve unresolved emotional and psychological issues. The discussion reflects a range of experiences and perspectives on overcoming adversity.

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Individuals interested in personal narratives of overcoming adversity, those seeking therapeutic storytelling, or anyone exploring the impact of life experiences on personal development may find this discussion relevant.

  • #31
I thought my life was not so great since my mother suffers from bipolar disorder (she thinks the American gov't is always searching for her; she keeps telling people she's innocent and that she isn't a terrorst; we're from Iraq), but I've changed my attitude.
 
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Aero51 said:
I am considering the MS then PhD route, but here's the catch: MS students will not receive funding. Unless you get a TA, which will not pay the bills, no professor will give you a grant for an MS thesis.

Unfortunately, this is the only professor in the department in my topic of choice.


Sigh...

Is it feasible to request to work with him without funding for the this year (both for him and your wallet) and reprove yourself? At this point, you look like a risky investment. Doing anything you can to dissuade that opinion of you seems wise. Just sending out some ideas.
 
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  • #33
Turion said:
I thought my life was not so great since my mother suffers from bipolar disorder (she thinks the American gov't is always searching for her; she keeps telling people she's innocent and that she isn't a terrorst; we're from Iraq), but I've changed my attitude.

I'm sorry to hear that Turion :frown:
I'm glad you understand your mom, and I hope it gets better.
 
  • #34
Turion said:
I thought my life was not so great since my mother suffers from bipolar disorder (she thinks the American gov't is always searching for her; she keeps telling people she's innocent and that she isn't a terrorst; we're from Iraq), but I've changed my attitude.

That sounds more like Schizophrenia than bipolar disorder. Although, after 8 years of Bozo Bush I might be fearing the same thing if I were Iraqi. Maybe she's just fine.
 
  • #35
Yes, he said I could join his lab though I would get no funding. Just that money is seriously tight. My grandma just passed away and I think I'll have to sell some of her stuff just to get by.
 
  • #36
I wish you the best Aero. Feel free to PM me if you ever want to talk further. I'm also a master of cheap food.

((hugs))
 

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