Stick to the plan outlined. Ignore what he has said.
Do NOTHING about the family councilor until next year... it's too late for this year anyhow, so take your mind off it.
Every evening before you go to sleep I want you to list THREE things you're going to do the next day FOR YOURSELF and ONLY YOURSELF. Things that will make you happy. Additionally, the next time you list the THREE things, I'd like to see a report back on what you did for the day.
Lost, my time is limited, the above is the only price I'm asking from you.