Posted by Renee N on April 16, 2000, at 12:54:49
In reply to Re: Noa - haven't seen you post lately, posted by Noa on April 14, 2000, at 14:23:36
Noa,
This is my third attempt at a response to you! If this one fails...forget therapy, forget meds, I want a brain transplant!!!!!
Anyway, I just wanted you to know that I can relate to some of your problems and am sorry you're feeling so low.
I used to have a social work supervisor who may as well have come with me on every interview and written the reports, because she sure didn't let me have a thought or write a word without her approval! Is there anyone else at work who you trust enough to help "coach" you so you have a better chance of keeping up before the boss gets on your case? Maybe they could help you to prioritize your to do list, and praise you as you accomplish each task. If not try to be your own coach!
I also work in schools and am easily distracted by the commotion and paperwork. Maybe if you go on a lot of field trips, it would be worth it to have some kind of file set up ahead of time to help organize the papers they shove at you all at once. Or you could try to get some of them ahead of time, so you can get organized before the commotion starts.
I understand how criticism and even suggestions for ways to cope can make your depression even worse, when you don't feel able to put any of it into action or feel judged. So I hope I'm not just making you feel worse.
I hope you find the right combo of meds and perhaps talk therapy to get you headed back in the direction of positive thoughts and actions.
We are all pulling for you, as you are for us. I'm so glad you feel safe enough here to disclose your most private thoughts. There's always someone who can relate, or at least offer a sympathetic ear. Hang in there. Things WILL get better! Renee N
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