I wanted to update you all about how I've been doing. I know some of you were worried after all the depression and anxiety posts. I still suffer from both on a daily basis, but I feel like I'm getting better each day.

First of all, I found a new counselor. I've been to her about four times so far and I really like her. She listens well and gives me a lot of good material to work with. She's also been training me to meditate and teaching me methods to stop my panic attacks. Sometimes, I feel worse after seeing her because we talk about a lot of hard things, but more often than not, I come out feeling better. So, all is good on that front.

I've been trying to do things to fight my anxiety and depression. I started trying to get out of the house more. This week, I walked my dog a few times, which was good for us both. Since I had to give up my cat, for reasons I don't want to get into, I wanted to give more attention to my dog. He's a Bassett hound and his name is Bill. I named him after Bill Kaulitz from Tokio Hotel, lol.

Second, I've been drinking a lot of green tea. I bought some matcha powder from the Asian market and make green tea lattes in the afternoon. They help me get over that afternoon tiredness. Plus, they're yummy!

Third, I'm trying to exercise more. Today, I went to the park and took a walk. It was cold  so I brought some Mint Green Tea with me. I feel better after my walk.

Finally, on Mondays I take my laptop to the Starbucks in Kroger and I have a citrus green tea latte and a tray of fresh Sushi from deli. I look forward to Mondays the most. It's really relaxing to sit in the window and type. Plus, the Sushi is amazing, and there's a cute Japanese guy who comes in and uses his computer. He wears a suit and his hair is always styles really nice. I wish I had the courage to say something, but all I can do is eat and stare like an idiot, lol.

I'm hoping if I continue on this path, I'll be able to go to Grad School in the fall, and it won't kill me. Here's hoping I can beat this.

I will beat this!!

P.S. I'm also in a good mood today because I won a giveaway for Ryeowook's CD! YAY! It always surprises me when I actually win things!