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Old Mar 20, 2015, 09:09 PM
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Hi Nalu. In one way you have already reached out for help by joining Psych Central. (PC) Although PC does not replace a therapist or psychiatrist, many people here at PC feel like people here understand and can accept them the way they are.

It took me 15 years to start to find out what I wanted in life, but I hope it is easier for you. Every job I had taught me a little more. I had to start out with basic skill jobs. I ended up working and saving money and going to school days while I worked evenings. If you want a book that might give you some ideas, there is WHAT COLOR IS YOUR PARACHUTE that is a work book to write things you like and dislike and finding jobs that can use these skills.
Another is CALLINGS by Gregg Levoy that describes people hitting walls in life and finding ways around them.

You probably are brilliant getting good grades and not studying much. Kids in school have a natural antipathy to smart students, but don't let that stop you from being who you are.

Many people find compassionate, caring people here at PC. Some people find the forums give them the compassion and empathy they seek. http://forums.psychcentral.com

There are articles that go into more detail about coping
Psych Central - Search results for Understanding parental abuse

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