I've been reading about the benefits of having a 5-year plan

but my rent is month-to-month, so that's about as far as I'm thinking

My therapist said 'doing the work' means leaning into discomfort.

I told her I'd just lean into my weighted blanket instead.

My parents always told me to follow my dreams.

Now my dreams are just about affording groceries that aren't on sale.

My therapist told me to 'do the work' and sit with my uncomfortable feelings.

So I added them to my calendar for next Tuesday at 3 PM, right after laundry.