Does It Make Me A Failure Or A Fighter?

[intothelight]

Hi PH,

It is definitely a good decision. By eliminating the stress of a job, you will be able to focus on healing.

Whenever I have read the positive posts from people who are well on their way of healing, once common theme is ever present, they took time to really focus on that task.

I know it is easier said than done.

(((hugs)))

Deb

 

[Reclusive]

I'm glad you've decided to pursue the disability. I'm currently on disability and it's not the picnic it sounds like - healing is a LOT of work and takes up most of my time. So it's not like you aren't going to be accomplishing anything - and this is more important than anything else.

 

[becvan]

I'm also on disability. I call it my early retirement or sometimes refer to it as an extended leave of absence. People take time off work and go on disability for all sorts of things and this is just one of them. Time off for healing is time WELL SPENT.

bec

 

[Deleted member 6617]

Thanks for the encouragement. I am feeling more comfortable and confident with my decision. Helps to know others are doing the same thing and finding it helpful. Really appreciate the input! HUGS, PH

 

[NIKI]

My opinion on you going on diability is that you are a fighter. Your willing to fight for you life. For a more happy life. Taking time to figure alot of things out. Not just go through the motions of a not so great life. So, you go girl and get the help you need and deserve! If anyone else has a problem with it then scr*w them.

Peace, NIKI

 

[Deleted member 6617]

It is now May and the disability has gone pretty much nowhere. I guess I knew it would be a long process. Just wonder if there is more I can do to help it along. No...I am not very patient and the waiting game is the hardest to play. Still plugging away though.

 

[Amy Jo]

I, too, am back and fourth about going on disability. Deep down? I need it. Do I qualify? I'm quite certain I do, but its a question I keep asking myself. I tried working again. It was a MAJOR NO-NO. All that did was humiliate myself and I kicked my own ass further for not being able to do it. My family has been pushing at me for awhile to do it, and when they got too pushy I started bawling and yelled "I don't want to have to need it!" So it's something I'm getting over. Yes I'm disabled. Yes being disabled means youre also fighting. Let's do it--lets take the time we need and rest we need to do the hard work and heal already, or get close to it. Are there such things as advocates does anyone know? I don't even know where to begin with disability applications, it sounds like horror--but I'm not saying its not a good thing, its a great thing.

 

[Amy Jo]

and Pottershand, I can relate with all the outside mess you're going through (I mean the stuff ASIDE from childhood), I lost my fiance, job, and house foreclosed on as well when the PTSD kicked into full gear. You're really going through alot more, and I hope if you want to talk or vent you will--I'm here.

 

[Deleted member 6617]

I am getting assistance through the department of human services for my state. That might be a place for you to start Amy Jo. Honestly it hasn't gotten me very far, but it is a start. One step at a time. Best wishes to you.

 

[Heather]

I filed for disability too. I hired an attorney 'cause I knew I'd never be able to deal with filling out the paperwork. If I get approved they take 25%.

I figure it's worth it since I can't even remember how to address an envelope these days. Hopefully I get approved soon. I'm having MAJOR financial problems.

 

[Amy Jo]

Good luck Heather and Pottershand! I'm beginning the process this week...ugh

 

[Heather]

Good luck to you too Amy!:)