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’What I also remember very strongly from my first week is the water and flour fight with group
evening. In our wet and dirty clothes we walked back from a great fight to drink hot chocolate
milk.’
‘Even though some periods were really difficult and sometimes I really wanted to go home, the nice, fun and cosy moments I will never forget, for example playing cards at night in the hallway, singing with a washing-up brush or just standing outside and chatting with everyone and many more things.’
’Dear Albatrosses, I am going to miss you very much. I have experienced so many high and low points with you. I laughed and cried with you. You have all become special to me.’
Universality
‘Universality’ was described as the importance of recognising one another, and the sense of not being the only person to feel a certain way. Remarkably few participants mentioned this factor.
’I want to thank the group for the recognition.’ Interpersonal learning input
‘Interpersonal learning input’ was characterized as having learned how to present oneself to
others. Most respondents referred to this factor. Receiving feedback was mentioned as valuable but difficult. Feedback from both group members and staff (which also counted as guidance) was described in the following quotes.
’My reactions to others were often unpredictable and caused a lot of insecurity in the group.
An example was my suicide attempt in the beginning of my treatment. I have scared many
groupmates with this and still regret it to this day.’
’I was shocked, but accepted the tips. Eventually I started working on it, because yes, I really needed that kick in the pants.’
’It was difficult but due to the confrontations and support I received, I was able to take steps.’
’Thank you for helping me to get to know myself. Thank you for having taught me that I am allowed to be vulnerable. Thank you for your commitment and patience.’
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