Week 4: Day 2: Journal Thought

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The proper work of the mind is the excersise of choice. Refusal, yearning, repulsion, preparation and assent, which can pollute the mind's functioning. Nothing but your decisions are your choice. Epictetus 

  • I had to look this chap up. He said,  "All external events are beyond our control and we should accept whatever happens calmly and dispassionately."

    Not sure I agree.It does the soul good to rage

    Dani 

    Base of tongue cancer. T2N0M0 6 weeks Radiotherapy finished January 2019

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  • It's all personal isn't it. I had a few meltdowns in the bathroom in the middle of the night. Made me feel better

    Never wanted to crumple in front of my husband though I could get pretty mean with him forcing meds on me when I had just fallen asleep or when I was feeling sick. He's my hero

    Dani 

    Base of tongue cancer. T2N0M0 6 weeks Radiotherapy finished January 2019

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  • I'm OK. I'm gagging for quiet to listen to music or read or sketch. Everything is so busy.