Hey @Dleehy2002,   It can be really tough to do things that are out of your comfort zone but can also be really rewarding when you do attempt them!   Is there any option for you to go to the camp but not attempt the activities that will make you really anxious? I remember my high school camp was super fun but our teachers did not make us attempt things that we didn't want to. I remember sitting out the abseiling as I was scared of heights at the time!   Maybe you could talk to one of the teachers involved about your concerns and then make a decision about whether you would feel comfortable going? ... View more

@Bee, christmas is the worst time to work retail!!    Have you started your Christmas shopping? I have actually finished as of yesterday!    For those who have finished your Christmas shopping what is your secret? I always start shopping early. I also try to take advantage of the sales that happen around that time to get most of my pressies! I find that getting it all done early makes me feel waaaay less stressed about Christmas in general :P   Is there anyone you struggle with buying gifts for? All my family are super hard to buy gifts for. I usually start trying to catch hints really early in the year about what they might like to make it easier but it is still usually really hard!! ... View more

I am so sorry for your loss @Nightruner23. It sounds like you were really close to your dad and I hope you are able to get the medals he wanted you to have. ... View more

Loving the responses on this thread!!!   I am not really a fan of christmas carols (sorry!!!) but its mainly because I work in a supermarket and have to hear them constantly for about two months :P   I LOVE christmas movies though! Elf and Love actually are my favourites!! :) ... View more

There is a new christmas movie on netflix called the Princess Switch. It's actually quite good in a cheesy kind of way :P ... View more

@Maddyw I haven't seen it yet but I am super excited to see it! Glad to hear it is good because I saw a couple of reviews that said it wasn't great. Going to see it either way though!! :) ... View more

What a great idea @Libellule   I used to not deal with rejection at all. I would just sort of pretend everything was fine even though I wasn't feeling great about it.   But I have learnt to deal with it directly and talk to the person about it. Sometimes there is no intention to make you feel that way so I think it is important to talk it through! ... View more

Hey @linkinpark13,   Those are some good ways to distract yourself when you get anxious!   I also love turning the music up really loud and dancing. I also really enjoy yoga, it helps calm me :) ... View more

Hey @lizmitch,   It seems like you are really close with your parents so I'm sure they won't mind chatting with you all the time. In fact, they will probably miss you as much as you miss them!   Have you started thinking about decorating? It is so much fun to finally be able to decorate your own place! :)   ... View more

Hey @lizmitch   Congrats on moving out of home for the first time! I think this is a pretty common issue and everyone would feel some anxiety about moving away from their family!   I think it will be hard being away from your family at first but with all the technology now (skype, facetime) you will be able to have face to face conversations all the time! :) You also have your boyfriend to support you!   Good luck with your move and keep us updated! :) ... View more

Hey @zen49,   It's great that you are putting a lot of thought into your future! Like @Libellule said I think you need to have completed at least a 4 year psychology course (including honours) to be eligible for any psychology masters programs. I'm not sure if this extends to all universities so it would be worth having a chat with a course counsellor or even someone in the psychology faculty at your university to see what the requirements would be for you!   Hope this is of some help! :) ... View more

@Libellule a bit of both!   What are you favourite sci-fi books? I can't ever seem to find any really good ones! ... View more

My favourite is Prisoner of Azkaban! It's also my fav movie! :)   I'm a Ravenclaw @ecla34 :) ... View more

@Libellule I love crime and thriller type books! I just started Liane Moriarty's new book. I really like some of her others so hope this one is just as good! :) What kinds of books do you read? ... View more

Hey @Libellule   Congrats on finishing your thesis! That's a great effort, you must be so relieved! :)   I love going on adventures and random scenic walks! I also love to read but rarely get the time anymore! ... View more

Hey @Tink28   Happy birthday!! It's great that you were able to spend it with just your close friends. It seems like you have formed some other strong friendships with people you can count on. :)   It can be hard to talk about when you are fighting with a friend (particularly if you feel they betrayed your trust), but I think it will eventually blow over and people will stop asking you questions when they realise you don't want to talk about it.  ... View more

@Bee both great shows! :)   Today I practiced self care by having a nap after work because I was exhausted. ... View more

Hey @Tink28,   Fights with friends are really tough! Sorry you are going through that!   When I was in high school I had a fight with one of my best friends and our relationship never recovered. But I was able to make some new friends and they are still my friends today! Friendships can change over time but I have learned that true friendships can last through anything.   Let us know how you are doing, we are here for you!      ... View more

Hey @TheHamburglar23,   There are no stupid topics! And it's great that you were able to talk to a girl you like! :)   You said she was bringing up most of the topics in your conversation with her so it seems like she wanted to talk to you. She could have just been a bit nervous about talking to you and that was the reason for the fidgeting. I know I fidget when I get nervous!       ... View more

Hey @summerkay99,   Seems like you are dealing with a lot right now and it has become quite overwhelming.    You mentioned that you feel like you can't talk to your family about how you are feeling but is there someone else you can talk to? Maybe a friend? ... View more

Great post and some great ideas!   I love to have yoghurt and berries!  ... View more

If the retail job is only casual then you aren't required to give any notice if you quit. It is only permanent staff who need to give notice. Maybe just send a text saying that you don't think this job is for you and that you won't be coming back.  ... View more

I loved it! Jodie Whittaker makes such a great doctor! I love that they finally have a female doctor that can be a role model for young girls!!! :) ... View more

Hey @SakuraN,   Congrats on finishing uni! That's a great achievement! :) It sounds like you know what you want in life which is great! It sounds like you have reasoned this through and if you don't feel like you would be happy in the retail job then you shouldn't go back. You have another job to fall back on (and that you seem to want more). Working a job you hate sucks and you shouldn't do it if you have other options!  ... View more

Great point @Bee.   I think that everyone is different. Some people can manage both exercise and studying while others may need to focus on one or the other. It's about what is best for you and making sure you look after yourself! :) ... View more

Great point @ecla34 and @Puppies026. I think your body tells you when it is time to take a break!  ... View more

Great answers guys! :)   The next question is: How do we know if we are doing too much exercise or know when to take a break/give ourselves a rest day? ... View more

@litgym stairs are the worst! I had to climb four flights for one of my uni classes last year and I was dying by the end every time :P   Team sports are a great way to meet new people and make friends! I played netball in high school and it was always great to interact with other people!   Exercise can also be a great way to catch up with friends. I will often go hiking or on walks with my friends and it is great fun! :) ... View more

Exactly @Bee :P   I find that after I exercise I feel much more motivated for the rest of the day! It also puts me in a better mood! ... View more

Great ideas guys!   I do love a bit of dancing (very badly) around the house when no one is home! ... View more