You can call in via phone or connect through your computer microphone/speakers. Please email me at bipolarpregnancy@gmail.com to RSVP and I will send you the call in details.
This will be a DBSA-style group (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance) since I'm a former DBSA facilitator.
If this time of day is not good for you, please leave a comment on the best time of day.
Here are the basic rules we follow for the group:
- What is said here stays here. Confidentiality is a requirement, not an option.
- One person speaks at a time. Each person should be allowed to speak free from interruption. Everyone who wishes to share has an opportunity to do so. No one person should monopolize group time.
- You do not have to share if you do not wish to.
- Differences of opinion are okay. We are all entitled to our own point of view.
- We are not here to place judgment or blame, nor are we to promote one individual’s ways or philosophies as superior to another’s.
- We are all equal.
- It’s everyone’s responsibility to make the discussion groups a safe place to share. We respect confidentiality, treat each other with respect and kindness, and show compassion.
- Use "I" language, that is, speak from your own experience. Because we do not participate in support groups as credentialed professionals, we do not instruct or advise. For example: “In my experience, I have found...” Do not give advice unless asked to do so.
4 comments:
Are you planning another call? I just found your blog - and really like the advice.
Thanks!
Yes, we will have a call next week! Will post details tomorrow.
are you planning another call....I already have a child but i want the second one and I need some advice
Please email me! I have a question about your blog! :)
HeatherVonsj@gmail.com
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