Originally Posted By: JennyF
Brit,
The social stuff is kind of a given with me. My best friend is on mat leave too right now so we socialize a lot. I have a large group of friends that I see regularly at get togethers, lunches, etc. In fact we're in the process of planning a girls night with dinner and a LOT of wine!


That's good! \:\)

Originally Posted By: JennyF

My problem is probably the opposite of most here in that I have to start to feeling more comfortable and focused during my alone time. I have to stop relying on others to fill the void that H left and find it within myself. It's a bit of a scary place for me and I'm sure has a lot to do with the neediness that H felt from me at times. Sigh...more confessions!!


Being comfortable with yourself is a difficult step. I don't think too many people are really good at it. It's tough to keep busy and avoid getting into a bad cycle of feeling bad about yourself.

I'm curious - How much time spent with your H would you consider 'useful'. I'm starting to notice how little I get done with W around, and how much time I waste doing stuff for everyone else. Last night I got nothing done and ended up going to bed late. Normally a Monday night would be 3-4hrs of time to do useful things for myself.