My Bathroom promotes my emotional wellness

I Tried to Commit Suicide

Many years ago I tried to commit suicide by cutting my wrists; luckily for me the attempt shocked my brain and I came to my senses and called 911 for help. I do remember trying to cut my wrists, but don't recall dialing 911. I hid in the bathroom when they came and wouldn't open the door because I was scared to death. They forced in the door and then I remember signing something and hearing someone say don't worry you'll be ok. My next recollection was being forcibly strapped to platform of some kind face down. Then I heard a voice say if I untie you will you be ok? I said yes.

I Saw My Wife and Snapped back into Reality

After that I remember laying in bed, walking around and drinking something. I don't recall seeing or talking to anyone after that. Then my wife walked into the room and I said hi Cutie (that was my favorite name for her). The doctor that was with her said I don't believe what I'm seeing and hearing. He told my wife that one hour ago he tried to talk to me and I made no indication I was receiving what he was saying to me. I guess I was in the twilight zone or something. But the minute I saw my love I snapped out of it. I hugged her for the longest time and didn't want to let her go. My wife Findley managed to disconnect from me and then started asking me questions being prompted by the doctor. I think I asked her to take me home. But the doctor suggested I stay for a few days, so my behavior could be observed and also I could receive some on hands therapy. I reluctantly agreed and then my wife left and promised to return soon.

I Talked to a Head Doctor & Got Better

To make a long story short I stayed in the facility for one week and then I went home and resumed my life again. My family doctor suggested I visit a counseling facility for follow up help. I did and connected with a doctor from Ethiopia who was doing his internship here in America. The man was probably twenty five. He was a huge help to me. He showed me many methods I could use to improve and maintain my emotional wellness. I followed his advise and regained my wellness and have lived a productive life every since.

Today I See My Therapist in the Bathroom

My bathroom is a multi functioning facility. When I use my bathroom for normal functions I also include therapy into the mix. Now a days when I shower I stay in the shower longer then necessary to enjoy the water flowing over me, it helps me relax and I enjoy the feel of the water. whenever I look in the mirror I always smile and say positive things to myself. Like wow Don your getting younger everyday and all kinds of other words that promote my personal well being. Try it, it really works. Heck who knows maybe I can convince myself to grow more hair on my head.

My Chair is the Throne

Sitting on the throne can also be therapeutic. I face a replica of an old time ice box made of wood and has two doors, one on top of the other. Inside the top door I maintain literature that promotes positive thinking.

Splash Water on My Face

Also whenever I'm at the sink I spend time splashing water on my face. Starting with warm water and then ending by using cold water. It like the shower, does wonders for my emotional wellness.

I Talk Positively to Myself in the Mirror

In the rapid pace of the world today the bathroom is a great way to stop, relax, enjoy the water, talk to yourself and read new ideas to find better ways to heal yourself and integrate more happiness in our life. That's my story and I'm sticking to it.


Don L. Terrill

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