October 29, 2019
I went to the doctors today to get some blood work done.
As the needle went in I felt myself physically tense up in anticipation of the rush that never happened.
Does it ever get easier?
I went home feeling depressed, but I immediately knew what was going on this time. Instead of seeking out my drug of choice, I used the DBT skill STOP.
Stop – do not react.
Take a step back, take a breath and do not act impulsively.
Observe – what am I thinking and feeling.
Proceed mindfully – think about my goals and actions.
I then phoned a couple friends to remind me I am loved.
Thank you.
