I hope therapy works out. I think I am more prepared for it than the last time because I know what I want to get out of it.

I think that, plus the fact that you're willing to do the work (the mental/emotional labor) is a really strong starting point.

In random mental health news, a local elected official knocked on my door this weekend, and my mother told him she would like to get more information from him (like an email newsletter or something) and he said it was hard for him because he has ADHD and executive function issues. Buddy, I feel that, but maybe don't share it everywhere? And/or get a volunteer to do it??

That's weird, right?

Yeah, I would hope someone taking an elected position in civil service would have measures in place to compensate for ADHD and such, in the interest of actually doing the job they signed on for.

I mean, I think those might be my issues, but maybe have a card you can hand out with a sign up to get more information, and then have a volunteer do it?

Has anyone else done the Clifton Strengths Finder? I am finding it helpful right now because my biggest strength is "Acquisition": People exceptionally talented in the Input theme have a need to collect and archive. They may accumulate information, ideas, artifacts or even relationships.

I am facing the problem with the acquisition strength right now

I am trying to use my number four- Strategic People exceptionally talented in the Strategic theme create alternative ways to proceed. Faced with any given scenario, they can quickly spot the relevant patterns and issues.

Anyway, I think this dude needs to find someone who complements his strengths.

And honestly, I bet the full-time job (our City Council is part-time) and small children would have been a more compelling excuse to give my mother.

Still, figure out how to do your job, though.

Also, Jesse, please thank anyone who donated to you. Seriously, just not having to worry so much about money has calmed me down from rabid chihuahua to concerned pug.

You are so welcome! It is literally the least we can do.

I guess literally the least we could do is nothing, but the point stands.

concerned pug

The image of you as a concerned pug is freaking ADORABLE.

calmed me down from rabid chihuahua to concerned pug.

This is the cutest thing ever. And I am also so wonderfully proud of you. You attacked this problem! And I think therapy will be a lot different now than in your 20s, if you're anything like me.

Also, I wish I could send you Brendon Urie singing Disney songs, just because.