Another aside: Until that time, I thought that seeing a therapist or taking medications for psychological issues would make me weak. After all, a strong person should be able to handle this stuff on his or her own. Once again, that was a DUMB perception. I realize now that a strong person is actually one who recognizes that problems exist and does everything possible to correct them.
Thus, I have seen both a psychiatrist and psychologist since 1994, and taken appropriate medications. A special shout out to SP and TA for your help and support. SP, our ongoing regular sessions have been invaluable. I am more content with myself than I ever was before!
Why relate such a personal story? If I can overcome (manage) my demons and anxieties, so can you. Professional help works – along with a willingness to be helped.
Back to life post-wedding. Since my intent was never to miss a class, I was back at Hofstra on Monday October 26. And I was stoked to teach to the best of my ability. This continues to this day.
At the same, I continued with my social media activity and research for academic journals, and also started work on the 13th edition of one of our textbooks. I set up and emceed a couple of meetings with our department’s alumni advisory board. I also became more active at the gym with an expanding list of things that I could do. Linda and I started to go out a little bit more with our