Wolf and I have been in couples therapy for a couple of years now. He wanted us to go to help us, primarily and specifically, to improve our communication skills. I finally agreed and we set it up. The therapist assigned to us is phenomenal. I assure you my decision is NO reflection upon her,Continue reading “I left couples therapy. Here’s why.”
Tag Archives: Empowering
ADD, Nature and Nurture, C-PTSD
ADHD is Wolf’s primary diagnosis. We are becoming better versed with this. He is well-versed in it. I am working on it. ‘Doesn’t it make sense that Rusty has ADD given the following: her father has not been formally diagnosed with ADHD. Yet he has the same classic symptoms I have, so it is logicalContinue reading “ADD, Nature and Nurture, C-PTSD”
Encounter with a fox
Clutter, Grieving and Memories
What do I keep? Why do I keep it? What is the purpose, want or need. Where is the future need for it? Really, do I need it? Or maybe, do I need it, still? Honestly, I also think of the quote I recently read, posted on … regarding clutter Reality is: I can takeContinue reading “Clutter, Grieving and Memories”
My 30 Day Challenge, Day 3
“in addition to being a participate in our society the best ways I can.”
My 2021 Reading List
I am now reading three books: Life in my mind: 31 Authors … , edited by Jennifer … In addition, I am re-reading Chris Crutcher’s book, Chinese Handcuffs. The third book, simultaneously yet in spurts, I am also reading Irvin Yalom. MD’s book, The Gift of Therapy: An Open Letter to a new Generation ofContinue reading “My 2021 Reading List”
Disenfranchised
Today’s takeaway from psychotherapy. We covered skills and coping as well. Perhaps, when recognizing one’s own disenfranchisement, this is healthy, even normal. I suppose, Diary. I could be a disenchanted participant. What good what that really do? Truthfully, though, I am a little. Jaded as well. Welcome to a healthy amount of numbing oneself toContinue reading “Disenfranchised”
Behavioral Health Care Manager
Both Wolf and I work with a behavioral health manager, through a local chapter of a multi-faceted social service organization. We are grateful! We are a great fit and becoming a better team all of the time. Our manager works with us as a couple. Legally, because we are not married, this means we areContinue reading “Behavioral Health Care Manager”
December 25, 2020
Dear Diary, It is Christmas Day. We are in the truck with nowhere to go. Same as most days. Our abusers are in their houses living well. They have no concerns. They were not the ones who left and they believe they have done no wrong. We cannot go to a shelter because of myContinue reading “December 25, 2020”
Speechless, over Strengths Perspective
In disclosure, I have my Master’s Degree in Social Work. This did not stop me from being speechless in couples therapy when our therapist said, “Wolf sees you from a strengths perspective.” It is true. We spoke about it. He does see me that way. The quintessential core of social work and until she saidContinue reading “Speechless, over Strengths Perspective”
Rusty & Wolf 2019 