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Hi all,
Just a quick bit of background about me. I had a series of events while at university (4 years ago) which lead me to having over 50 surgeries and has left me with with variable vision. I've also got hypermobility (EDS) which gives me chronic pain. I work full time for the civil service (in London) and enjoy running and playing music. But I don't know anyone who has a disability (or at least is prepared to talk about it) and I feel that I'd really benefit from getting to know some people and sharing experiences, so please do say hello if you'd be up for a chat! I'd be especially keen to hear about your experiences of socialising and dating with your disability, as this has been what I have really struggled with personally since I became disabled.
Just a quick bit of background about me. I had a series of events while at university (4 years ago) which lead me to having over 50 surgeries and has left me with with variable vision. I've also got hypermobility (EDS) which gives me chronic pain. I work full time for the civil service (in London) and enjoy running and playing music. But I don't know anyone who has a disability (or at least is prepared to talk about it) and I feel that I'd really benefit from getting to know some people and sharing experiences, so please do say hello if you'd be up for a chat! I'd be especially keen to hear about your experiences of socialising and dating with your disability, as this has been what I have really struggled with personally since I became disabled.
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A good place to start might be the Coffee Lounge which is a relaxed spot to talk about anything and everything with our other members. After that the Dating and Relationships board is where we have discussions specifically around all things dating so that could be helpful to you.
I like running and playing music too! Who are your favourite singers?
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I have varied taste from 90's dance, to 80's love ballads to the Prodigy! I have a real weak spot for Will Young though and have seen him in concert six times
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(I'm also fangirling over the fact you know the lead singer from The Kooks! So cool!)
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Good Afternoon & Welcome it’s great to meet you today.
I am one of the Community Champion’s here at Scope.
Yes you have come to the right place to meet many many new friends.
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I know how difficult it can be meeting people once you become disabled but it isn't impossible I met someone a year ago now and this was on a dating app but it did take a long time and not always the best experience as a lot of fake profiles and scammers etc
I wish you luck and hope you find what you are looking for you will at least find people to chat with and make friends here
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And Tori I know exactly what you mean, I remember seeing them in 2007! They're very much a 00s band! It's good to see that lots of you have a good taste in music
Ah the golden days of noughties indie rock...
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I'm sorry to hear you got more ill in your second term
I suppose I'd just like to reassure you that I think you're doing a great job, and that your level of functioning, especially as you perceive it, doesn't affect your worth as a person. It must be hard not being able to do the things you used to enjoy, but perhaps you could try and find some additional hobbies that you feel more able to do at the moment? Is there anything else you like to do?
Also, are you able to access any support that your university has to offer? You deserve to get the additional support you need in order to succeed
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Best of luck.
I'm really pleased that the university has been so understanding. It must be stressful having everything happen at once though.
There's nothing wrong with having a dream! Do you know what the path is for getting into OT? Do you have to do a Masters?
Ooh I just looked up foil carving, seems fun! I can appreciate that it's sometimes daunting to try new things, but I suppose there's no harm? Feel free to have a look through the KaleidoScope thread to get some inspiration and meet other members who are also into crafting
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I used to do the foil art, really enjoyed it! Although they can take a while!
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