So the new doc is a Psychiatrist, and does not do the therapy stuff. Dr. Shrink did both. I guess if I am going to stick with her, I will need to find a new therapist, too? I never knew it was compartmentalized like that.
Marianna, I am just like you in regards to sales/returns, ups and downs. I always knew I was not a capital-S Salesperson inside, and one of the things that does get me down is that whenever I try to explore other options I am told those are "not for me." And so it seems like the stress of returns will never end and all anyone wants me to do is move into another sales position or stay a stylist forever. Plus, of the people who have been there 20+ years, when I talk to them they basically say to get out if you can... o_0
Jeanie, the thoughts on change are very interesting. I felt that way when I left my old profession, and for a while I felt so good, like I was finally doing healthy things for myself. But these new lows are so much lower, and after making a big change it's like... what else? Can I just never be happy? I often fantasize about being an independent Personal Stylist, but I know I don't have the client base - half the people only come to me because it is "free."