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Journaling

Posted by verne on January 1, 2005, at 23:18:12

Journaling was mentioned in "28 Days" as part of the therapy. I can't seem to get started. In fact, preparing to journal seems to create so much anxiety I will never get to it. Anyone recommend a guidebook or do I need a "format"?

I won't be able to do any serious reading for a week - the aftermath of drinking. I can't focus or concentrate. I bought "The Artist's Way" last summer (I think it was on the borderliner book list) and it seemed to emphasize keeping a journal. It will have to wait.

Meanwhile, I just finished my second day sober. Woke up New Year's morning to a squirrel frying itself on a nearby electrical transformer blowing the power for the neighborhood. I had a crowd of people in my yard inspecting what was left of the squirrel. All I could see was a scorch mark on the grass.

That was reason enough to drink but the utility company had power restored within an hour ruining that idea. I realized I had no reason to drink, everything was working, and one of the neighbors even took the charred squirrel away - I think as a souvenir or educational tool.

I'm so thankful not to be drunk or hungover right now.

verne


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