Yeah @SmilingGecko - I'm fortunate to be able to access the groups (and that my insurance covers it!)
I too have met many good people over the years. Don't tend to really stay in touch with most, but that's life, isn't it?
The full day is a bit much. But I was finding the half day insufficient. I'll get used to it. Most of the day is 'check-ins', but we also have a psychiatrist for an hour or so to discuss a topic of our choosing.
The thing that really makes groups, of course, is the people. My fellow patients are all pretty cool, the facilitator is great and the psych is mad, but excellent.
So in terms of my mental health- just being with like minded people is great, so yeah, it's an automatic benefit there. But also, as I said, the people are all good and the topics are interesting and normally relevant...so it's a win 🙂
Well done with your walk. Have a good night!
