Hi Kel,

Here’s the positive.  You have a ten year old son for whom you have been providing for at least the last six years.  Congratulate yourself for coming this far.  I am assuming that the father of your son is not supporting you.

You do not need to sit at home for 6 weeks during the holidays.  As long as you have your health and are able-bodied, you can pack a lunch and walk – to a park, to a river, to a free exhibition and so on.

Everything changes.  It’s the one certainty in life.  You have a computer – find out what support systems exist in your area and take advantage of them.

Are there any opportunities to volunteer that you and your son can take up together.  Getting out and about and mixing is one way that you can improve your mood and, possibly, future job opportunities.  Helping others is great therapy.

Think about it!

Peggy

Hi Kel,

You have a son, so you have a family.

You have neighbors, people you may or may not know that it would be good to connect with.

There are houses of worship around. I know religion is very triggering for some people, but it is really for people to get together as a community. There are tons of volunteer options there, youth programs, dinners, retreats.

There are the parents of your son’s friends who will become friends with you.

There is the local public library which also has tons of programs.

There are free parades, trails, events and happenings in your community if you just look and venture forth.

Best,

Inky

• This reply was modified 5 years, 4 months ago by Inky.