Category: Journal

  • 5 Months!

    5 Months!

    4.8.25 I have a pretty good idea, but we never know what the day will bring. I have faith that whatever comes my way, I will use the skills and tools in my toolbox to manage and cope. I’ve learned a lot in the past 5 months but it’s just the beginning. I feel like… Read more

  • Another Monday

    Another Monday

    4.7.25 Today was pretty average. Another Monday I get to be sober and grateful for it when I lay my head down on my pillow tonight. Work was at a steady pace, and I was able to fit in some time for my continuing education classes. Bonus points for not having a burning desire to… Read more

  • Anxious And Avoidant

    Anxious And Avoidant

    4.6.25 Oh how I missed Lady J. Since moving our counseling sessions to every other week, she took a vacation, leaving me to my own shenanigans, and two full pages of notes to discuss Thursday when we had our session. I was excited to tell her about my experiences and how I had handled life.… Read more

  • The Herd

    The Herd

    4.5.25 I don’t think I’m alone when I say that I’ve always wanted to be a leader, on top, in charge, looked to for answers, superior. Does anyone wake up and think ‘average sounds good’? We’re taught from a young age to be competitive, to win, be the best of the best. It’s not always… Read more