Posted by Tabitha on June 7, 2002, at 5:23:35
In reply to Wasting life??, posted by fi on June 3, 2002, at 16:11:58
Fi,
I've had the same feeling about life, that I was glad to find the meds that made me functional, but still seeming limited, spending lots of time in low-energy stuff (reading, TV, movies, internet).
It's odd though. Sometimes I love my little life, my gardening triumphs, my daily routine, my whole crabby self. Lately every day seems like a gift. But a couple weeks ago it all felt like a big failure, and may feel the same again soon. I don't understand what really creates a sense of satisfaction or how to hold onto it.
I suspect the thing that helps the most is self-acceptance, though it's a hard thing to pin down.
Just remember that being functional is a HUGE achievement-- give yourself credit.
Tabitha
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