[Bletlemof]

Thank you Kaarine, Aloka, Karma, and Deshy. I will look into some of the resources that have been presented to me. I want to be honest and say that i'm honestly a little overwhelmed. I feel like I need a guide or a teacher, but I live in a really small town and I don't have any money. My parents pay for everything. I also take prescription medication because of my anxiety disorder. Is it possible to progress in Buddhism without a personal guide? Is it bad that I take perscription medicine? I unfortunately seem to need it. Will that affect me ever being "awake". I am sorry that my response was more delayed today. I am not sure that I need a teacher, but I guess i'm just worried. I hope that my worries don't affect any of you. I don't want to be negative to others or to myself. I know I need to try to let go of this worry. I appreciate everyones input. Thank you.