Tonight, I was leading the session at the homeless center and a thought came to me as I had to quickly shift gears and make up a new activity. I’m sure every person has done this at one time or another in their life. But, think about if... you were hearing voices that would not be quiet, or seeing things or people that were not there. How would you be able to think on your feet enough to make such a quick decision?
A lot of people with mental problems have a problem with making split decision. However, I make a zillion decisions in a day, what to wear-is it cold, warm, boots sandals, etc. I don’t know what kind of coping mechanisms I would have to live by day in & day out. My life would be totally different in every aspect. My personality would be permanently changed, as would the way the world sees me and the way I would see the world. I would love you to know how different types of people have to think, or cope through every day.
How do you take in information? How do you make decision? Do you base it on your past experiences, or what you have been taught growing up? So, tell me. How do you make decisions every day, easy or hard.
If you are new to the world of mental illnesses there are some things you should know. This website is a fantastic start to getting to understand what it means to have a mental illness & some of the hardships that the people with these disorders go through & most important, how you can help.
Wow, you really put this into a very "realisitic" perspective.
ReplyDeleteGood question, I have to take a minute to think about situations that are very important before I make a rush decision. I do try to think ahead before making a decision that way I can weigh the PROS and the CONS. For example, I am wondering if I want to switch to the 3 year program, stay in the 2 year program, or quit the program altogether. I'm trying to weigh my options before I make a rush decision and regret it later.
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