Sunrise - yes, 'human potential' is one of my overriding goals. I guess I've always thought that if I focused enough on trying to determine my interests, I would be able to achieve my human potential. But, I see that exploring that in therapy may be more useful than my typical analytical approach.

Perna, yeah, I guess I see what you mean - do the emotions need to be seen as assailants? But what do you mean by 'living'? Don't we 'survive' those low moods or is there a verb that you would choose to better describe getting through those times?

There is such upheaval in my life right now. Maintaining emotional equilibrium, I guess, will help me make best choices, right? I fear though that I might be suppressing emotions. How can one tell if suppression is happening or true balance exists?

Sorry for all this meandering. Wishing there were quick fixes and easy answers. Oh well...