DBT Classes

Some of you may recall that I mentioned that I was having some problems with the DBT group that I was attending and how with the change of therapists that it was not a great fit for me.  Well I have recently left that group and am currently on the waiting list to attend another one.

But I decided that I really wanted to learn the skills and didn't want to risk not getting the chance to learn the skills.....so taking a long shot, I decided to look online...to try and find the skills.  I have actually found a group online where you are given notes every week and actually receive feedback on your homework assignments.

I would like to recommend for anyone else looking for the DBT skills, that you check out the Yahoo DBT Skills Class.


http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/dbtclass/?yguid=539494839

Beginning a new therapeutic relationship

I apologize for not posting earlier.  I want to say that I met with my new therapist alone on Wednesday.  I have to admit that it went rather well.  I thought it was going to be another meeting with both therapists, but I was mistaken.  But talking with the new therapist....was kind of like talking to an old friend.  The conversation flowed well, and I wasn't concerned with trying to impress her, or get any specific expectations met.

I think that this is going to be a new good solid relationship, and a great help on my growth journey.  And I was impressed that I didn't feel badly because the old therapist was gone...because I know I will see her again.

I'm rather excited and looking forward to moving along on the journey towards wellness and recovery.  I am starting to notice the growth that I am making, and for me that is huge!!!!!!!

What I know and don't know

So I have been thinking about what it is I am supposed to be doing with my life now.  What job am I meant to pursue next?  I honestly don't know.  What are my dreams?  What do I want to do with the rest of my life?

But a few things I do know.   I know that I want to help others.  I also know that I am good at computers and customer service.

Where does that leave me in finding a job, I'm not sure.  But at least I know that I need to take these things into consideration while in my job search.

The things I don't know are what exactly I want to pursue or how I want to do it.

Blessed

I am so blessed.  Life has brought changes that I wasn't expecting and yes I originally struggled with that, but then it just made me realize that I am just so blessed.  God is leading me, where, I am not sure.  But I am not concerned about the problems and circumstances that I am looking at. I am just resting in knowing that God has everything under control, and I have no reason to worry.  I am so Blessed.

Trials

In light of current life changes....I think I have been coping fairly well.  And more and more change seems to be coming.  But at times it is simply so hard to keep moving forward, when everything in life seems to be falling apart. 

People's minds are messed up things, and they twist normal everyday stuff into you being out to get them, and then they try to create trouble for you.  Whatever, I may not know much, and I am constantly trying to deal with the ongoing drama of life, but I do know one thing.  MY GOD IS BIGGER THAN ANY THING THAT THEY CAN PUT IN MY PATH. 

My go to verse for now is Psalm 5:12:  For You, O Lord, will bless the righteous; With favor You will surround him as with a shield.

I have God's favor on my life, and no one can take that away from me.  As long as I remember that no one can cause me permanent damage.  God will fight the battle, and all I have to do, is simply to do what I can, and give it to God.