thomas11

This entry will probably have little value to anyone other than myself, but I feel compelled to write it down. The last 3 years of my life have gone like this, year 1, rehabbing my injuries, years 2-3 working in my home office in real estate. I have sold a few houses, but nothing to write home about. The amount of idle time I had was starting to mess with me. I could drink all day and no one would know and that was trying to sneak into my head. So I went to a temp agency and asked them to find me a job.

I started last Monday and my life went from 0-100mph in one day! I work in a warehouse, we walk about 8 miles a day and handle around 600 boxes in a shift. Its hard but its been great, I feel so much better physically and mentally. Getting out of bed with a purpose is a good feeling. I come home tired and hungry, but in a good way. Next week going to incorporate the gym back into the daily routine. I make next to nothing in pay, but I'm ok with it, I'm not doing it for the money.

ps. and the nagging thoughts of drinking are completely gone.

biminiblue

Thanks for this, I needed to read this today.

I've been procrastinating work for far too long.

Thanks.

Jewel72

Healthyandsober

thomas11

I live in Minnesota, USA and the name of the agency is Pro-Staff. They specialize in administrative and light industrial. I think they are nation wide.

gettingsmarter

Thanks for the post!

Anna

It doesn't sound like you will need to spend much time at the gym!

I'm really glad that you decided to make such a positive change in your life.

Gottalife

Great post Thomas. There is no doubt that work is good for the soul

Dee74

I'm really glad for you Jeff - Merry Christmas

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PalmerSage

This is great! I know exactly what you mean about unstructured time - my flexible schedule became a total liability, drinking-wise. I'm really happy for you.

least

I'm glad things are going well for you.

August252015

Awesome post- thank you for sharing! Proud of and for you.