Posted by TexasChic on March 30, 2004, at 11:01:44
In reply to I'm young and stupid, posted by Karen_kay on March 29, 2004, at 18:38:08
I totally understand where you're coming from. I'm the same way. Up until recently, I had been studying to get a degree in Social Work. That's still a dream of mine, I just need to get my life together so I can go back to school. I strongly feel that children, the elderly, and the mentally ill need as many advocates as they can get. But I've had to make a rule for myself that I won't give to panhandlers, because I would want to give to them all! And I'm barely scraping by myself. When I feel bad I remind myself that I'm putting alot of effort in helping my own family by being my Grandmother's caregiver, spending quality time with my nephew as well as buying things he needs, and talking my brother through difficult times with his mental health issues. I also want to work toward a solution for the homeless by staying involved in the legal issues. I know I haven't made a difference in that area yet, but when I am able, I know I will make the effort. Try not to be so hard on yourself, you can only do so much. And just the fact that it effects you the way it does makes me believe you probably already do more than your share in helping others.
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