Yesterday I spent most of the day either reading on the couch or floating in the pool, and feeling incredibly guilty the entire time. I mean, how can I be sitting here relaxing in a country where there is SO MUCH need everywhere you look?! It's frustrating, because I came here with the intent to help and give of myself and make a difference, but right now I feel like I'm doing nothing.
Today was a slow day in clinic - a lot of times the schedule will look busy, but it can be much quieter for a number of reasons. One of the main reasons is that people pay out of pocket for their therapy sessions, so it's a huge expense. Also, it can be difficult for many people to get to clinic, as most have mobility issues and have to take multiple forms of public transportation to get here. Then there's the reasons that we hear in the US too - sick, forgot, didn't feel like it.
I'll start my presentations next week and do 1 a week for 4 weeks, so at least that'll be something helpful!
I don't mean to sound negative, I'm just disappointed and wishing I could be doing more.
xo
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