During the last few years, getting out the door was a struggle.

Partly because I struggle with transitions, partly because I just didn’t feel I had to work.

Then a few months ago, when I had my mental health episode, reality started to set in.

 I had to live very frugally and couldn’t live the lifestyle that I was used to on benefits alone.

Along with medication, it made me realize that I am grateful for the job I have and that it is quite easy.

It used to be more than a paycheck for me, but now that I live on my own, it is part of the reality that must be undertaken because I know to live on my own and survive, that working is essential.

Although while I was off, the office did move to a new location, and it is not complete, it is for the better.

Before the breakdown, I struggled with work at times because the environment wasn’t ideal.

It doesn’t go without saying that medication helps immensely in making working and staying on task easier.

I know that I am extremely grateful for the job that I have and that it works so well for me.

It is something that I do not take for granted or a given in life. It could have been taken away in a second.

I know that working is a necessity in my life, having it meet my needs makes it so much easier to cope with the life that is not built for my needs.

Have a Happy Friday Everyone!