everything and everyone is telling me 'no' right now

I am waiting for a video call with my therapist.


I can't wait - but I can't see her as my 'saving angel' either.


I have to be self responsible. 


The work here at the monastery is really dragging me down.


We do have a break for the next 5 days - which will be good -


though a little offcentering because I am used to being so structured here.


I'll capitolize on the free time and go to the gym - as well as apply for


positions (part time.)


For some reason I feel mentally fried today. The dynamics at the monastery


can be so crazy. One nun is constantly 'one upping' the entire group.


Well a couple of them do that.
We have quiet chit chat during the meal prep time that I am a part of -


and she took it into her hands to report us to the elder saying "God wants us to be silent


from idle talk" - it's just too retarded for words. The elder buys into her bullshit too


and sent us all a text with a crying face.


Similarly the sister in charge is constantly digging at me - I suppose it's her way 


of dealing with the choice of humanity - and or just going for the kill.


She asked me if I was going out today to the bank - and I said I could - 


so I told her I was going to one in Frederick. She then sent a message back


"I didn't know there was one in Frederick" - I sent her the link to both of them


that are there.


Then she replied "Well you should call them ahead of time to make sure they are not


just administrative offices?" I mean wtf - I have been to both of them before.


I sincerely look forward to applying for work - what the monastery has taught


will help me deal with the dynamics at either place hopefully.


Anyways, my spent mood and the bullshit at the monastery


is all telling me 'no, no there is no way you can get a job'


but I have to believe in myself that I can - I can't look to my therapist


to tell me I can either - though she is super supportive.


I have to believe in myself, I can do it! :)

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Community LeaderMid
Mid

You live and work in a combined community. Here's to you finding the best path that works for your well-being.
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD

.I have no doubt that you can get a job Marky

I hope that you have a good appt with your therapist

Why do you have to be silent if that was never a 'thing' before

Send him back a message with a crying face that says I don't want to...lol

Big squishy hug sweetie...xo
richierich
richierich

You do what you feel is right for you Mark. Lots of times we are far more capable than we give ourselves credit for. You will do what's best for you I am sure. Have a good week ahead.
mlr0853
mlr0853

Hugs Mark as you jump through the hoops of life...
.Me, well I'm a Leo and I'm Roaring to find my way Out Of The Jungle Of My Mind Too!
Wishing I could have some of that 'structure stuff' on a consistent basis that you do So Well!!
<3 ml
malibumark
malibumark

Thanks everyone! Mid, Jan, Rich and Mary Louise xxoo
arfie
arfie

your control freaky nun sounds allot like she carries the psycho tick i have invested considerable time and effort into psychotheraputing. what i call, "my control freakasaurus." when my control freakasaurus is on the loose, i always find an unmet expectation to criticize, another option to pursue or a stray pimple the sufferer should be investigating. me? how dare you doubt my personal perfection.

my most effective therapy supporters gently point out that my control freakasaurus needs to be put back in its cage and firmly change the subject while the love me, in spite of my perfections.

"dear god
"when i am wrong, help me be humble enough to admit it
"when i am right, please help me to be easy to live with." ~anon
malibumark
malibumark

Thanks Arfie!