I've made another big breakthrough in my recovery today. I'll spare you all the details.
Thanks to all who have given me and offered me support in my time here, including Ash & the admin team (It hasn't all been bad

) Thanks to all that I've learned lessons from. Even those who I haven't/don't see(n) eye to eye with have taught me a lot. I'm feeling confident that I've mastered enough tools/skills from both here and in therapy; and it is now time for me to leave here (and therapy) and move on; and basically just get out there and do it.
Keep working those CBT tools. They are useful in some (not all) circumstances and are a good addition to whatever tools/skills are taught in therapy. Do what works for you. Follow your own path. Good to luck to you all. Go well!

Amanda