If staying [in rehab] – commit? Set boundaries → Don't be a pushover or give in to peer pressure. - - - - Ask: 1. Is this right? 2. Is this skillful? 3. Will this help me grow? 4. How will the possible consequences make me feel? - - - - How to set boundaries: 1. “ DBT” “I feel” statements 2. Therapeutic community tools? 3. Walk away? Discuss with people/counselor. More Skills! - - - - The whole thing is a trap. Neither one gives a shit about changing/getting better! Even Stephen doesn't care about growing. He's complacent. Devon is also just fucking scratching by. ALL my friends don't give a shit. I need to surround myself with good people who are seeking growth. WHO?! - - - - Good Orderly Direction (G.O.D.)? The next right thing? [God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, The courage to chance things I can, And the wisdom to know the difference.] - - - - Start watching people. Who is really trying? What's the point of choosing to be here and not actually participate? This isn't a homeless shelter! This is a program! Conveniences and needs are met. But my “soul” is starving. Can I do this? “I mustn't run away, I mustn't run away, I mustn't run away, I mustn't run away, I mustn't run away, I mustn't run away, I mustn't run away, I mustn't run away, I mustn't run away, I mustn't run away,” - - - - I am worthy of love. I am successful. I am okay. I can do this I'll never be more prepared for this moment than now!
