Posted by LlurpsieNoodle on July 30, 2007, at 8:41:35
In reply to Re: My therapist/pdoc said do as I am told » LlurpsieNoodle, posted by OzLand on July 29, 2007, at 22:39:44
((((poor kitty))))
my kitty has fleas and a boo boo on his paw and I'm worried sick about him. I can't imagine what would happen if he should be gravely ill :(
Oz, one of the things that my therapist helped me with, when I was in the middle of exploring trauma AND preparing my mother and me for a joint session AND preparing for my diss defense AND wondering why my best friend was deserting me...
She helped me find some ways to isolate the stresses so that they don't contaminate each other. One task at a time. Set aside certain times to worry about one problem, do what you can, and then take a moment to clear the cobwebs of worry so that you can get a chance to meet the next challenge.
It's hard. REALLY hard. I found that meditation helped a lot, clearing cobwebs wise, but it's also an intensive committment, and not something that you probably have the time or energy for. try taking a very very short walk a couple of times a day. I'm talking 5 minutes. just go outside and do a couple of deep breaths. Simple, simple things can make a difference.
And I hope that your med change is helping a little bit. Sometimes it helps when your doctor tells you what to do. just give up responsibility for that part of your treatment. it's okay for now. when you feel better, you can become more involved, but for now, worry about things that need the most attention.
cyber safe hugs- if you don't need them now, put them in a box in case you feel like crying again.
while you're at it, send me some of those tears. I haven't felt a genuine emotion in weeks. I feel subhuman. tears might be a good way to start.
best,
_ll
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