Feeling down and dreading family meeting

Old 07-14-2015, 06:24 AM
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Feeling down and dreading family meeting

I have been having a good streak for the past month or so of feeling, well, normal. I found a new therapist who has been amazing. Since I started working with her about 6 weeks ago, I have felt hope for the first time in a really, really long time. It feels really good.
The past week has been rough. Nothing specific, just feeling blah and kinda down.
My sister is in long-term treatment right now (will be in for another 3 months or so) and we have a family meeting on Sunday. This will be the first time I have seen her since Mother's Day. I am actually not nervous to see her - it's my whole family, especially my dad, who is an active alcoholic (but nobody in our family talks about it. Well, except me, which is why I have been feeling so alienated, etc. Scapegoat, at your service!)
Anyway, I will be seeing my therapist tonight, which will be really helpful as I prepare for the family meeting. I am hoping the funk lifts soon. Part of what works me is reaching out and telling someone how I feel...so that's what I'm doing.
Hope everyone has a great Tuesday. Hugs!
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Old 07-14-2015, 05:18 PM
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Take care of yourself Bern!
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Old 07-14-2015, 05:27 PM
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Hang in there Bern. It will be Monday and over with before you know it. Your therapist I'm sure will guide you in the right direction. ��
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Old 07-14-2015, 05:53 PM
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i have resistance when it comes to anything with my Family of Origin, so i totally feel for you. i just want to say - you don't HAVE to go. you can opt out, if that is what is best FOR YOU.

wishing you the best.
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