Posted by shadows721 on June 10, 2004, at 21:28:33
In reply to I have no clue ! kinda long. HELP !!!, posted by snapper on June 10, 2004, at 19:40:21
(((Snapper)))
I am so glad you posted. For now, you may be in the best living place possible. All you can ask of yourself each day is do just do your best. You have a lot on your plate.
In the future, you may be able to get out on your own. I remember when I was in nursing school that I saw people with schziophrenia on their own and working. Of course, this was with occupational and residential placement assistance programs. All of them also received financial disability assistance. All them just did the best they could. Some wouldn't be able to work at times due to their illness. In the future, you may be able to qualify for such assistance in a part time job placement and housing without losing your disability benefits.
If you feel like a burden a home, you (may do this already) can help cook, clean, wash dishes, cut crass, wash the cars, go to the grocery, etc. Your parents would love it. This not only helps them, but makes you feel like you are contributing back to them too. If you don't already cook, you can learn. It is very satisfying making a dish and/or dessert. Also, you can start a garden. How about a personal zen like garden? A garden is great for the mind.
There are other things that you can do too. How about joining a group like Emotions Anonymous in your area. I believe you qualify for assistance in taking courses at a college. You may like to learn art, computer, pottery, woodworks, calligraphy, history, sign language, dance/yoga, etc. The sky is the limit with learning. You can take one non-credit class or you can take a credit class. It's up to you.
Do you have a pet? Pets are great for depression and anxiety. If not, you would have to have the parents permission. I don't they would appreciate a couple of pets in the back yard without notice. LOL
My point here is that there is a place for you too. While right now, you may not feel that way. Your job right now is to take the best care of you. Also, you can note what your personal strengths and weaknesses are. You can learn what your interests are too. That's the most important and rewarding job you can every have - is taking care of you.:-)
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