Posted by Deneb on July 14, 2006, at 22:25:47
In reply to Re: I just realized something... *rant* » Deneb, posted by Dinah on July 14, 2006, at 21:36:43
> You've been out with friends a couple of times just recently, haven't you? That's more than I've done. :)
Yeah, I have, haven't I? I went to the Canada Day BBQ and to the water park.
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> You ought to see if you can get the DBT skills book at your library, or read gg's links, and join us. That would give you something to do.I'll go see if I can find it in the library.
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> Some structure in your life would probably be helpful to you. School doesn't start for a while. What do you think you can do in the meantime to force you to wake up at approximately the same time and stay awake?I think I need to find something to do for the day.
> It's really important for good mental hygiene to keep as regular hours as possible.
Yeah, I'm beginning to see why.
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> Have you thought of volunteering at your animal shelter? I did it for a while, and it had the advantage of not requiring a long term commitment, at least ours didn't. I walked dogs. I didn't stick with it long, because I'm scared of most animals except dogs, but I found the dog walking very rewarding.No, I've never thought of that. I've never walked a dog before. I don't know if I know how.
> I always thought that when I had the time, I'd like to train dogs for the shelter. I know there are people who wash and groom dogs, or help train them so they'll be more appealing to potential owners.That must take a lot of patience. It sounds like a worthwhile thing to do.
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> What sort of thing do you find interesting to do?I'm not sure what I like to do. I think I would like to try a little of everything.
> I wouldn't think it's terribly useful to label yourself as crazy, is it? Wouldn't it be more useful to just decide what conditions help you to feel at your best? Do you generally feel better on meds? Or if you get regular sleep? Or if you have something to do so that you don't get bored?I think I need something to do. Regular sleep would be good.
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> Sometimes it helps to wonder what your typical patterns might do for you. Even if they feel awful, sometimes they serve a purpose.My pdoc says that too. I tend to avoid things.
> Might it be an interesting exercise for you to ask what good deed your euphorias and crises are trying to do for you? Are they trying to distract you from discontent or anger or fear?
Maybe, I'm not sure.
Supportive therapy sounds doable, maybe I will look that up.
Deneb*
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