A secret.

I seek escape from the gnawing feelings of hurt, shame, guilt, vengeance, gloom & doom that engulfs and frighten me in unknown territory. Whenever I feel threatened, I use ‘work’ as an addiction to seek refuge - not to let me think of anything else: the shattered (chartered) accountant can crunch on numbers till numbness.

It’s a secret - the crutches I use to steady myself and sail through the passing phase. Get addicted to work, a new skill, physical exercise, anything that you are passionate about and it works. Focus and determination always brings rewards and restores your self-worth.