We do not have a formal structure for the Share & Care event.
It is a time to sit together and connect with others. To build trust and
friendships. It is a time and a place where the structure is based on what you
bring to it, and what you would like to take from it. If you are someone who lives
with anxiety or depression and would like to share what is troubling you, this
is a safe place to do so. If you have helpful advice to pass on to others, we
encourage you to present that to the group. It could be extremely helpful to
someone who needs it. Some of you may feel more comfortable just sitting amongst
peers and listening. We welcome that as well.
This week the theme of Share & Care did not focus on
anxiety or depression at all. Instead we casually talked about how being in a
virtual world has been a source of relief, especially during this pandemic.
Cythe mentioned how retail therapy in Second Life can mirror
retail therapy in RL and how it brings a sense of comfort. We talked about how
Second Life relationships can make us feel close to one another and how lasting
bonds can be formed. Some friendships that are eventually taken to RL and
others even resulting in marriage.
We discussed how something as simple as a group hug can
truly be a source of solace for someone. How playing inworld games with other
people can be such a wonderful distraction to take us away from the things that
might be happening in RL.
We also acknowledged some of the amazing places people have created
for everyone to explore and enjoy inworld. Just to simply escape the things
that may be causing you anxiety or depression. Or, even to pass the time and witness
some very creative places in SL. Who knows, you may even find a peaceful little
spot to meditate.
Here are some links that came up in our session:
Lancelost, suggested this book and said he quite enjoyed it because
he found it very helpful.
He also shared this link on Chronic Pain Control Techniques
Wow, we covered so much in just one short, casual hour and we
even managed to squeeze in a group hug too! On behalf of Dann, Cythe and
myself, I’d like to thank those who came. Even your quiet presence is a welcomed
contribution because without knowing it, you could be helping to create a sense
of comfort, safety, and a supportive community for someone else. Helping others can also help mend the deep wounds within ourselves, help us grow, and heal. Or, you might just make a new friend to explore and share SL with. Plus, by simply
coming and spending an hour with us, you earn a CFM coin.
Hope to see you all next week, same time, same place. 4pm
SLT at the Yoga Platform.
