headcase, i think i understand you now, but if not, please elaborate. it sounds like what Jung described in one of his books, that the dark places of your psyche are making themselves known so you can do something about them. this is completely natural in spiritual growth, believe me. in fact, it has to happen. sounds like you're making progress even though it doesnt seem like it at this moment. you know, in my study of ancient tribal wisdom, i found out that when any tribal member had a life altering problem, what did the tribe do? they celebrated! they knew that as the member was being presented with challenges so that they could grow and learn. to win over the adversity, in other words. how i wish it was like that now. people would feel so much support and would be eager instead of reluctant to go after the problem. in lieu of that, we have Curezone :) goodluck! ann