(((((Kayelless))))& (((((((Paddym))))))--Good point Kayeless. Though there are times when I have to stop trying to fight against the odds and be gentle with myself.
I have to keep myself safe, and let the intrusive thoughts pass. That is, until I can handle it. Takes time, and suffering to get back out to the light.

I love your threads--this being one of them...so positive!!! Yes, Empowerment!!!

Very glad you got your job!!! Congrats!!!! ------------theo

Postscript: I do not believe that I have total "control" over everything, My Bestest Friend does.
There are things you can change all on your own; true, but sometimes, it is beyond your control.
JMO--I have to let it be, and accept that all will be well-----also, little known fact: Nowhere in the Bible does it say "He helps those who help themselves"

----Ben Franklin wrote that.

"The Serenity to accept the things I cannot change,
The Courage to change the things I can,
And the Wisdom to know the difference."-----------------I am Somebody!!!

Thank you for this inspiring thread!!!----theo