Day 7 of Gratitude Month.
This morning I'm grateful for having the courage to enter into a new & slightly scary place of healing. The PHP I began yesterday went well. It was a little nerve-wracking because it was an unknown territory, but I showed courage, went with an open heart & actually found some comfort there.
The staff are indeed calm & self-assured & that sets the tone for the program. The other patients made me feel welcome immediately, yet gave me plenty of space to adjust, not overwhelming me. So that's another gratitude, actually.
I felt a little threatened by just being out in the world, around people, surrounded by the sounds of other lives all around me. But a gentle rain fell all day, soothing & centering me, so those jagged edges were made more smooth. Yet another gratitude. When I can't find anything good about myself, I need to remember I am a woman of courage.
How wonderful that the world became a grey cloak with soft edges to make that day easier for you.
Posted by: Kikipotamus the Hobo | Wednesday, November 07, 2007 at 11:16 AM
You are so very brave and inspiring. Taking the time for yourself to heal is incredibly courageous. You are worth it!
Posted by: Anne | Wednesday, November 07, 2007 at 11:52 PM
Thank you K the Hobo, both for commenting & visiting.
Sweet Anne - so good to see you again & thanks as always for your support. Hugs, Neasa
Posted by: Neasa | Thursday, November 08, 2007 at 05:23 AM