Short Term Goals

It's been a tumultuous few weeks, where I've broken free (once and for all, no matter what, for both our sakes) from TCMT, and now I've decided to address a few short-term objectives.

First, some counseling; my yearly deductible starts over in 2007, but I'm switching insurance in March, and as the deductible might re-start over then, anyway. Even, do my issues require a counselor? Probably not. But don't think it'd hurt, either. So, March, then. We shall see.

Also, there's learning to meditate. Some websites have "lessons" on meditation to practice in the coming weeks. Creating stillness in my mind, and then focusing my energies rather than letting them react to circumstance, would be an excellent program in self-discipline. I can begin this at once, and I am looking forward to it.

Another goal I have is to find a unitarian church nearby to begin attending services on the weekends. Practicing Catholicism isn't the answer right now, with its rigidity, cereminiousness, and insular approach.

Of course, I'll continue working out and sharing a social life with those already part of my circle. Now isn't the time for building new relationships. From the embarrassment and regrets I'm facing from TCMT, I see that the best alternative right now is reinforcing myself -- really reinforcing myself in my focus, dedication, and priorities, so that, someday, I really do have something to offer the world, myself, and new relationships of all kinds.