Showing posts with label survive. Show all posts
Showing posts with label survive. Show all posts

Sunday, September 6, 2015

On Tidying Up and how it helps treat cancer

One of my biggest struggles with recovery is feeling powerless. I was at the mercy of a treatment plan that nearly killed me. I had to walk away from their treatment plan to survive. I believe that planting a garden, cleaning up the yard, putting my house in order are important steps in my recovery.

I pulled all of my clothing out of the closets, drawers and if something didn't fit right, made me feel embarrassed or brought up unpleasant memories, I discarded it. I filled up two very large heavy duty plastic bags with shirts, socks, pants and other assorted items. Now when I go into the closet, I can get dressed and ready in less than a minute. I no longer have to worry about putting on something that I feel uncomfortable wearing later.

The process gave me hope. I felt empowered to take control of my clothing. This extended to my paperwork. I found that I had piles of papers scattered around the house. My debts have piled up because I am still paying for past cancer treatments. I feel helpless to pay it off since I have failed to procure employment. I was working for a short time but I was dismissed after 2 and a half days! I am struggling with my faith in God, my purpose in life and how I'm going to keep my family fed and housed. As I put myself back together again, putting my house in order has become a top priority.