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Thanks @Mustang67, today wasn't too bad for me. I had my MH group meeting in the morning and then had to go straight from there to my adoption support counseling session where things got... a bit emotional. I think it's the first time i've ever lost it like that in front of another person. Maybe that's progress or just a sign that i'm not handling things as well as I thought. I'm still trying to work that out. I have my first support group meeting with fellow adoptees in 3 weeks. After today, i'm a little nervous now. Breaking down in front of one counselor is bad enough but in front of about 10 people I don't know...
I wouldn't be too concerned that you didn't feel too positive today. I think it's only natural with all the memories today would bring back. So i see it more like you had a flood of old memories and the emotions it brought back rather than losing your new found positivity. A small distinction i know, but an important one I think. Trust yourself, you know you're getting on top of things and racking up so many of those wins.
Obviously memories of your dad will also be very difficult with his birthday and christmas approaching, and that would defintely be difficult for anyone. We're all here for you if things start getting a bit challenging through these times. Again, none of that would be a step backwards, just a normal part of grieving. I'm sure he'd be very proud of the way you've gone with all this hard work getting a lot of control back over you life.
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