Hi Everyone! I have been working really hard to keep a positive and upbeat attitude. I take one day at a time and focus on the many reasons to be grateful. But, this week has been really challenging. I won't bore you with all of the details. But something happened today that felt like a sucker punch.
I met with my psychiatrist today. I was simply sharing my concerns about a few symptoms and the bittersweet decision to retire recently. She firmly responded, 'You are NOT helpless. You are in control and empowered. You can do whatever you want to do."
I asked her what I said that prompted her to respond that way. I am fully aware that I am not helpless. I am independent, take care of myself and manage my personal affairs. Yes, I can do many things that I have done in the past...but it is at a different pace.
When I challenged her response she struggled with explaining herself. I reminded her of my reason for retirement...fatigue, cognitive issues, incontinence and my job was very stressful.
I don't know if I was being overly sensitive today or what. But, her comment bothered me and I told her that. I don't know if she was trying to motivate me but it didn't work. I hate that I allowed her to negatively impact my afternoon. Argh!!!!
I feel better now that I have shared this with you. I have one more thing to share with you in a separate post and then I will get my "happy, happy Joy, Joy" spirit back.
I met with my psychiatrist today. I was simply sharing my concerns about a few symptoms and the bittersweet decision to retire recently. She firmly responded, 'You are NOT helpless. You are in control and empowered. You can do whatever you want to do."
I asked her what I said that prompted her to respond that way. I am fully aware that I am not helpless. I am independent, take care of myself and manage my personal affairs. Yes, I can do many things that I have done in the past...but it is at a different pace.
When I challenged her response she struggled with explaining herself. I reminded her of my reason for retirement...fatigue, cognitive issues, incontinence and my job was very stressful.
I don't know if I was being overly sensitive today or what. But, her comment bothered me and I told her that. I don't know if she was trying to motivate me but it didn't work. I hate that I allowed her to negatively impact my afternoon. Argh!!!!
I feel better now that I have shared this with you. I have one more thing to share with you in a separate post and then I will get my "happy, happy Joy, Joy" spirit back.
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