Bipolar Disorder Support Group
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I was thinking about my past relationships. Used to be the type of girl who HATED being single. Everyday was a drag and depressing because I was "alone". It still is but learned to manage. Anyway, when I was finally in a relationship I would be high and misinterpret it for love. When it came down to being asked "why do you love me?" i was always stumped and didn't know why. Every time I just gave them a generic answer. But never really meant it, just made myself think so.
When I see the relationship start to fall apart, depression would start to set in or I'd become agitated, or irritable while looking for a replacement. If that isn't possible, I'd stay in the relationship just until I find the right replacement or hope things change.
Anyone else have similar experiences?
Thought's, theories, ideas?
When I see the relationship start to fall apart, depression would start to set in or I'd become agitated, or irritable while looking for a replacement. If that isn't possible, I'd stay in the relationship just until I find the right replacement or hope things change.
Anyone else have similar experiences?
Thought's, theories, ideas?
I also understand that he has his issues. Relationships work both ways. It means none of us are perfect, but a commitment means working through the tough parts, and rejoicing in the good times. It is a journey, and it is about love, and a commitment. That means both sides have to agree not to bring it up the past, and mood changes are acknowledged for what they are - not used as a weapon by either side.
I mean, it works, but since my 'think' oscillates, people come an go,
I think.
I have only learned to be "happy" with being Alone a little more than two years ago. (Now starting a relationship again, hopefully the Right way...)
Learning to know "why" you care for or love someone, is the first step. Is it, as you say, just because you want to Be with someone? Or is it because you have enough in common to Last?
I could say something like, "gee..you're young, there's no hurry"...but I Get it.
There's nothing wrong at all with second-guessing things, at this point. Write it down. What do you really Want? And, are you willing to Look for it, rather than "settling" just because you are lonely - or manic?
*hugs*