I am once again reminded that there are small things that help keep us going:

I have been maxing out both sides of the spectrum for awhile now... today started out badly, was writing "the" note just to have it on file...
My co-worker with whom I am very close, sits right next to me, etc. is going through his first break-up. His now ex-girlfriend is..... BIPOLAR! go figure! He has never even mentioned this until today when we were talking about how irrational she is being about the breakup and everything. He mentioned that he thinks she's off her meds and the only time I hear those particular words is in relation to bipolar. I told him it was no wonder he was so supportive of me and what I've been going through, he has first hand experience.
He told me that as bad as I feel I have been, it is nothing compared to his girlfriend. He told me that at least I am able to see what is going on with myself and acknowledge it and work through, where she is just totally out of control. I feel terrible for him, and am doing everything I can to support him through this time (he is like the little brother I have never had)
but for some odd reason it made me feel better to know that I'm actually doing okay, despite how bad it feels to me...

anyone want to share other small things that help bring them back to reality??? please!