Rach, A couple days ago, you asked if you should talk to Adrian about what you need to do in the near future.
I responded with:
Quote: yes, you should to talk to Adrian. However, when you do, don't bring up your fears and doubts. This will only put a negative mood on your conversation. Keep it positive. Relay to him how you want to do better than the job you have now ... Why you want to become a nurse ... How going back to school will make you feel, etc. Then give him time (couple of days or so) to collect his thoughts about it and watch carefully. If he does not verbally respond back, then his actions might tell you when he is ready for you to bring it up again.
I feel you should start here first. It is safer for the both of you and if it goes well, may comfortably lead to a OR talk. Start small, or with a single topic ... like you not wanting to go back to your old job because you don't like it. Explain why. Again try to keep the conversation positive and about what you want to do for yourself. Let him volunteer what ever he wishes about say, but don't force him to say anything. If he doesn't, end the talk and let it go for a few days. As Michelle states in her book, they may need some time to think about what you told them and respond. These guidelines are to maximize smooth and safe talks. Start slow and small and with practice, you two should become more comfortable approach each other with what you would like to say...
