Bipolar Disorder Support Group
Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.
...abuse is an act where power is used to steal from another what can only be given freely. David Mura
We have a right to a true history of ourselves, a history that fully acknowledges any harm done to us. Because if were physcially, emotionally, or sexually abused, and deny the harm done to us, we discount ourselves. We continue a childhood message that says we aren't worth much.
What a mistake. We are each priceless beyond words. That's why we need to look at our past and try to tell our story, honestly, including the hurt, the sadness, the fear, the loneliness, and the rage.
If we can't remember very much, we can listen to other people's stories. When we identify with their pain, we can know that the feelings we are experiencing are true. We can trust our heart.
As we tell the truth, our secrets, we become free. We say, "No, it was not okay. Yes, it was a big deal. Yes, I am sad and rageful too. Most of all, I am relieved to finally be telling a true history of my life."
God grant me the courage to remember and the willingness to look back through the lens of my heart at the suffering of my childhood and even adulthood. Give me an honest history, so I can claim my soul.
We have a right to a true history of ourselves, a history that fully acknowledges any harm done to us. Because if were physcially, emotionally, or sexually abused, and deny the harm done to us, we discount ourselves. We continue a childhood message that says we aren't worth much.
What a mistake. We are each priceless beyond words. That's why we need to look at our past and try to tell our story, honestly, including the hurt, the sadness, the fear, the loneliness, and the rage.
If we can't remember very much, we can listen to other people's stories. When we identify with their pain, we can know that the feelings we are experiencing are true. We can trust our heart.
As we tell the truth, our secrets, we become free. We say, "No, it was not okay. Yes, it was a big deal. Yes, I am sad and rageful too. Most of all, I am relieved to finally be telling a true history of my life."
God grant me the courage to remember and the willingness to look back through the lens of my heart at the suffering of my childhood and even adulthood. Give me an honest history, so I can claim my soul.
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
I made aost in my journal as I give snippets but never go into detail...There are alot fothings there but not everything.
One because reliving it everyday wont helpme but I know itis all part of who hlped make me me...
Once again thankyou...
I just pray that we all find the answers our hearts desire and our minds need to heal and get past this!!!
The most insightful post I have read in awhile.
I concur wholeheartedly.
I like the 4th and 5th steps of the 12 steps, where you searchingly and fearlessly write down your story and then, tell it to someone you trust who has been there and can take it.
I hate that my past has so much control over who I am today.
I pray opening up will bring me peace eventually.
Good post ....thanks