Day No. 2

So…this is day two. I’ve been awake since 4:00 a.m. and got up around 4:30, which surprised the person working at the desk. I went out to the day room with my books and my reMarkable tablet (a device I really love) and spent some quiet time reading and writing.

There’s no regular coffee here—only decaf—so I haven’t had any caffeine. I’ve had a pretty intense headache all day. Caffeine withdrawal is no joke.

I’ve participated in several groups and worked on my assignments. They keep us very busy, which I know is part of the process. It takes real effort to make progress with this illness. I’m just at the beginning and have a long road ahead, but I’m here and doing the work.

Depression and anxiety suck!