rejectedmom
New Member
Linda, While I agree that you should try to get out of the house more, I wonder if a job (even a PT one) at this time would be just another burden. It could add more worry as to whether you will be able to keep up and how they will deal with your many health and family needs etc.
As an alternative why not volunteer one or two days a week? There are many places to do this. Schools, Red Cross, local museums and historical societies Lions club, church, etc. the list is enormous. Another thing you might consider is the ladies with the hats and purple clothes. They are just for fun and have all kinds of activities and yes they do take people under 50 years of age. Is there an artist league or guild in your area? You do not have to be a pro to join. I used to belong to one that was a wonderful mix of beginners through to the pros with years experience. We even hired models for all interested members to draw from life once a month.
May I also suggest that you leave talking about your worries for this board and your psychiatrists. That way when you do get out with your new group of friends and volunteers it is all about fun. I made the mistake of not doing that and found my friends pulling back from me because it was hard for them to have fun when I was obviously suffering.
I see you trying to rally over and over again in your posts and have much sympathy for the roller coaster you are on,
As many have said it is time to take care of you and try to build back your health. You can always take back responsibilities in the future when you are stronger and more at peace. -RM
As an alternative why not volunteer one or two days a week? There are many places to do this. Schools, Red Cross, local museums and historical societies Lions club, church, etc. the list is enormous. Another thing you might consider is the ladies with the hats and purple clothes. They are just for fun and have all kinds of activities and yes they do take people under 50 years of age. Is there an artist league or guild in your area? You do not have to be a pro to join. I used to belong to one that was a wonderful mix of beginners through to the pros with years experience. We even hired models for all interested members to draw from life once a month.
May I also suggest that you leave talking about your worries for this board and your psychiatrists. That way when you do get out with your new group of friends and volunteers it is all about fun. I made the mistake of not doing that and found my friends pulling back from me because it was hard for them to have fun when I was obviously suffering.
I see you trying to rally over and over again in your posts and have much sympathy for the roller coaster you are on,
As many have said it is time to take care of you and try to build back your health. You can always take back responsibilities in the future when you are stronger and more at peace. -RM