Welcome to this month's Insecure Writers Support Group!
It seems like most people think, If this happens, then I will be happy. Unfortunately, there's always another something that needs to happen. Does that mean happiness is unattainable?
I can't believe I've been living here in "paradise" for three months. I'm slowly getting acclimated to my new surroundings--and just like everywhere, some is good, some is awful. I compare living down here to Christmas Every Day syndrome. Vacation-mode all the time was turning my brain into a puddle of useless mush! I have a strong need to be productive. And with no purpose, I was deep down dwelling.
It's hard to get out there and get involved in new activities on your own. All the new is scary! And I've been dreading the whole application/interview process, remembering how hard it was before. No one wants to hire an experienced, ornery old lady (no sugar coating for me)
So, how can I be happy again?
Some may not agree with this, but I've been praying my heart out.
And thank the Lord, some positives descended to help me dig out of my depression hole.
- I forced myself to go to a local game night and met some friendly folks.
- My teaching certificate was approved! And I applied to not one, but two positions that fit my credentials.
- And I've made plans to travel to visit family and do a couple of book events.
- I've even done some writing and yoga!
The Key to Happiness:
No matter how low you feel, there's a surprise blessing right around the corner.
I've known this all my life, but when I'm sad, it's easy to forget. It's hard to get through the tough times, but the rainbows have been out in full force trying to tell me good days are coming.
Thanks for bearing with me. You all are a big part of helping me get through it all. And I hope this happy ending brings you some positive vibes!
I hope summer was good to you!
I'm ready for Fall.
2 comments:
Change is hard but way to go getting out there and making progress! When we moved here, it took 6 months to get the work thing settled. It's been all uphill since then. On a separate note, I got switched to a new computer and lost my outlook store of emails. Ugh. (I also lost all my saved passwords and am slogging thorugh that...) Anyhow, thus the radio silence. Sorry about that! Hit me up again and let's get together!
Prayer works! Hope you get one of those jobs. Good thing you moved at the beginning of summer so it's given you some time to adjust.
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