I don't know about you but when I first heard that Education was a key concept of WRAP I thought that it meant 'formal' education - ie get yourself onto a college course or something. But through our discussions within WRAP it quickly became clear that it means something much bigger and wider. For me education has played a large part in my recovery journey in the sense that I have had to educate myself about myself!!! For me - in order to take control - I had to learn about my illness and treatments available. I had to learn what suport groups were out there to help me on my journey. I spent alot of time researching specialist doctors - and then a lot of time advocating for right to be seen by these specialists. Further down my road to recovery I had to spend alot of time just getting to know myself again. I had lost myself in alot of ways - and I didn't know who I really was anymore. This part wasn't easy - it was quite difficult for me to look at myself closely - but it has been worth it in the long run. I know have a much stronger sense of 'me' - who I am.
The world is your oyster when it comes to education these days - there is so much information available out there via the web - but pick your sites carefully and always exercise caution.
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