An Introduction to Intentional Peer Support - Webinar 

57:52 This question! And esp. as Matthew framed it here: 1:01:15 This language is essential to understand and be able to speak. It's important to be able to translate between languages. Don't make your listener do all the translation work in their head because they may get it wrong and then you're fucked. These are words that have been used as weapons against us. If we learn how to use them, they can no longer hurt us.

Beautiful work, thank you for your deep and authentic care, I have learnt so much from this video.

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Before 9:20 Mostly the guests resume's. That's too damn long! 9:20 gets into peer support. Says it was invented by Sherry Mead. She did the world a huge favor but I would like to see some changes. I question the emphasis on the "relationship" between the consumer & the peer supporter. The supporter IS a peer but they are at work. The consumer is not there to help the peer supporter or give to them per se. Helping the consumer does not always mean advising or fault-finding. It could mean being there for them, listening, being supportive, etc. Some moments do not call for learning, exploring or planning. Helping someone get in touch with their feelings, reassuring them, care-taking (bring a blanket, water, kleenex) etc. may be what's called for.

The consumer movement in mental health has done wonders but precious language isn't helpful. "Intentional" Peer Suport is redundant. It's obviously intentional.