I Abhor The Word "coping"

[screen-name]

That's all. I've had a really rough few months. I have even taken time to write farewell letters to my family. I'm moving passed that but I don't want to cope. I do not want to struggle to learn to cope.

I want to work to thrive. So I'm currently very depressed but trying to take a new outlook. I am unemployed and I'm going to use this as a chance to find a passion that makes me money. Also, I'm going to spend the extra free time with loved ones for now. I am going to learn how to thrive, not cope. It'll be a slow thing but I think I've got this

 

[Lucycat]

I guess it depends on your definition of coping. I have heard people telling each other that they are 'coping really well'. That is an acknowledgement that they are doing a grand job in what are challenging circumstances. It is a very positive affirmation of not just thriving, but thriving "against the odds".

I hear your depression but am pleased to read that you are trying a new outlook. Of course that is no easy route, but stating your intention is a very big first step - so well done for that.

I hope you find your money making passion, and I am glad that you are seeking the company of loved ones. All in all a very positive post In my opinion!!

 

[The Albatross]

Thriving is a good ambition... but coping skills and maintenance is what sustains it. It is curious to me that you aspire to thrive but think or thought that coping is a "struggle"... think I'd be reinvestigating that thought.

In your way, with your terms though screen-name, how/whatever gets you moving forward, huh?

 

[screen-name]

Thanks for the replies. It's just that coping to me feels like never ending struggle right now. Perhaps that's not the correct or best way to look at it.

 

[EveHarrington]

Thriving comes after we have not only learned coping skills but have practiced them and found what works best for us.

You're on a good path. Keep pushing on.