IPM - really? I would have never thought of using that for what I am experiencing. Then again you both have underlined my fear of what others think of me more than my unhappiness with who I am really.

I will give it a try. I know first hand that IPM worked with me when I had gone for a job interview - maybe it is time to listen to it again.

I have also started to read "Feeling Good" by David Burns. A friend recommended it. Together, I should see some results soon.

Thank you! Oxygen and Alex!
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