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The Right Tools

So today I was thinking about having the right tools for my job (I'm a pet groomer) and I don't know how I ever groomed for so long without my groomers helper.  It saved me again from getting bit by 2 Lhasa Apsos today (Lhasa's are known for their stubbornness and dislike of grooming).  It is so helpful.  It got me to thinking about how I need to have the right tools to control my disease.  I have all (okay most) of the right tools for my career such as clippers, blades, scissors, combs etc, why not make sure I have all the right tools for my condition?

Here are my list of tools:
1-  Supplements (Neuroreplete, L-Theanine, L-Methionine, Lithium & Trace Minerals).  Why am I putting these as my #1 tool?  Because I honestly believe they are making the biggest difference.

2-  Medications (Zydas Zyprexa, Wellbutrin--weaning off, Seroquel and Trazadone), yep I'm on the big guns right now, but I visit with my shrink next week so we shall see where we will go from here.  I do think the Zyprexa is helping.  Haven't been overly moody, although was yesterday, even had a break down and cried because I hurt Rob's feelings by interrupting him when he was talking (a severely bad habit I need to break)

3-  Counseling (I am seeing a Counselor as well as a Psychiatrist), it is important to change my mindset as well as get counseling for everything I have been through.  I consider it much like taking your car in to get it's oil changed on a regular basis.  The counselor I see does the CBT therapy which I think is awesome.  She even gives homework assignments which I think is great.

4-  Support --This is huge, I have my husband and my family who are very supportive of what I am going through and Rob has been amazing in dealing with everything.  I still feel so horrible about everything I have put Rob through.

5-  A Willing Mind --again another biggie, if you aren't willing to get help or change your ways/habits etc what point is it?

6-  Coping Skills, exercise, being spiritual (i.e. connecting with nature, animals, something that you enjoy doing) for me right now it is jewelry making I love it and it really helps me focus on me.

7-  Education:  Staying informed on the latest things, also learning how to better manage my disease.  I have books, self help apps on my phone and tablet, audios etc.

What other things can you think of that should be in my 'tool kit' as I fight this disease?  I'd love to hear it.
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