At the outpatient clinic I was informed that I do not have any need for their services. I don't have a drug and alcohol problem, my "anxiety" is not diagnosable enough to warrant the anxiety group, I don't need med counseling. It was also told that I am bored.
So what is that I need or think I need? I was given the number for a therapist that specializes in my addiction. Speaking of addiction the intake worker told me that if I can overcome my addiction I would be fine....DUH!!!! The other suggestion was to volunteer.
I went to see a friend who works at the outpatient facility where I volunteered. He was no help.
I woke this morning feeling sick. My mind was racing, my body jumping. I had trouble reading, so I wrote some. I feel like I am in a steel cage.
The floor is coming along. I am going to work on it in a bit. Gotta keep the boredom away. The new furnance is in. It works good.
Ralph Waldo Emerson-"It was high counsel that I once heard given to a young person: Always do what you are afraid to do."
David


Hi David,
It IS wise counsel to do what you are afraid to do, only it's too darn scary most of the time to do it. It could haunt you to have a totally clear mind even though that might be your goal. Try not to fill it up with goo goo.
Doing volunteer work would be a good use of your time. The link is to the Idealist web site where you can research volunteer options. Volunteer Match also has a locator. another option is AmeriCorps.
Regards,
Christina