An update
It’s not the solution to all of my problems. Not by a long shot. But, I finally heard from Potential New Job yesterday, and not a moment too soon. I was offered the position and, although it’s not a million-dollar salary, it is adequate. I am going to take it.
All jobs are stressful. I’m not an idiot — nor am I in denial. I know the new job will not be stress-free. What it may be, though, is a lot less pressure. I do not envision the same daily deadlines that have faced me every day for nearly 5 years at a government-funded agency. I didn’t know it was possible to feel like a factory worker as a therapist, but guess what? That line just kept moving and my work piled up over and over again.
This will also allow me to move to a cheaper neighborhood and (God-willing) take public transportation directly to my job. This means more walking or biking. And, for the past two days I have made an eating plan and stuck to it.
It’s no miracle cure, but things are beginning to look up. I feel relieved. I feel hope.
November 6th, 2007 at 12:26 pm
Congratulations on the job and the energetic shift!
November 6th, 2007 at 2:04 pm
Yes.. congrats. Pat yourself on the back (and NOT just because it is a good stretch..ha ha)..but because you can see the possibilities of change, you’re taking steps (albeit you probably think they are baby ones) at better self care, etc. As I’ve said before… you are an inspiration… in your ability to communicate the complexities of life, in your willingness to be honest, etc. So, thanks. Hope you FEEL the energy coming your way!
November 6th, 2007 at 7:32 pm
congrats on the new job and for sticking to your eating plan! things are looking up for you, i can feel it! :o)
November 7th, 2007 at 8:19 am
Yay to new beginnings. New job (congratulations), possibility of cheaper rent with access to public transportation.
Good luck.
November 7th, 2007 at 9:13 am
Congratulations! Here’s to the start of something good. **clink**
November 7th, 2007 at 9:18 am
New hope for new beginnings! You’re awesome, good luck!
November 9th, 2007 at 7:13 pm
Really, having big money problems hanging over your head just clouds everything else. I’m glad you found a solution and not a minute too soon.
Yay for you!