William Stryon Quote about Depression

The pain grew and grew and I began to experience suicidal thoughts. I realized that life for me was at desperate impasse. I thought of the garage as a place where I might sit in the car and inhale carbon monoxide. I'd look at the rafters in the attic and think of them as places where I might hang myself. I looked at sharp objects as being implements for my wrist.
William Stryon on Suicide and Depression

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Nov. 30, 2010

Today has been a month since my suicide attempt. It is amazing to think that it has been so long. In a way, I feel that I have made great progress and, in a way, I feel I have floundered. I have had two great days, though, and that is amazing.

I was exhausted all day. It is rainy and cold and blah. I was worn out as soon as I got up so I took two naps today. Wonderful. A came in and laid down with me for awhile and said, "Mom, now I understand why you do that! It is so relaxing." I laughed.

I had a job interview today for an interim teaching position at a middle school. It's seventh grade for a teacher on bedrest with a twin pregnancy. I have mixed feelings about it. For one, it could be greatly chaotic and also it might not have a firm end date. I have decided, though, if offered, I will take it. I must admit, interviewing without desperately needing a job is greatly relaxing. I was not nervous. I did feel slightly off and I was, perhaps too honest. I guess I will know by Friday or so.

Tomorrow, I only have one thing to do then rest and writing. Yeah!

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