Well being

I wrote the following for my work blog but thought I’d repost here because it’s good info for all: In the US there are pretty strict privacy (HIPAA) laws regarding health records. In addition, a diagnosis of of clinical mental illness would afford you protection under the Americans with Disabilities Act. So there shouldn’t really [...]

Take a breath

I had an interesting meeting with my manager today. He helped me remember that I have a choice whether to stress about EVERYTHING. He also asked me what kinds of things I want to work on. I couldn’t answer that question. Unfortunately, Intel doesn’t have an art department. Anyway, he gave me this workbook to [...]

And just like that, she’s off

I’ve had a years worth of drama in the last few months.  My daughter–need I say more–is at the center of the chaos that has been my life lately.  Okay, maybe I’m exaggerating a bit but I am completely drained: emotionally… physically.  My body aches from the weight of the stress I’ve been carrying.  My [...]

Where’s the Christmas spirit?

I’m deeply disturbed by a family issue that broke wide open tonight. My nephew and his wife decided that they do not wish to expose their children to my daughter, Amber’s influence and if she’s going to show up at Christmas, he and his family will not be attending. I am flabbergasted. I cannot believe [...]

Mental Health

Today someone at work posted a message to his blog regarding burn out.  I wrote back to him and I think what I wrote was worth reposting here.  I apologize if this is more information than you’re interested in but maybe it will help someone deal with similar issues. You are not the only one.  I [...]