Hi, my name is Kathy and I have Bipolar Disorder. I think I have to begin there. I need to release the burden that I have been carrying around with me for many years. In the beginning I was able to quietly, inconspicuously live with this disease with the help of medication. This is no longer possible. I now live in fear that some one will find out and judgmentally, yet quietly, walk away. I am no longer able to work as a teacher, a profession that I was good at and really loved. My disease has now taken over, and no amount or combination of medications will take this horrible disease away, but this blog is my struggle to find the courage to share my experiences with others.
From: Loving Someone With Bipolar Disorder
When I get anxious I can feel my heart pounding in my chest and I know that if I'm asked to do even one more thing I'm going to cry and run from the room and just hide. I just feel this whirling feeling of being sucked into something I can't control.
Projects often seem overwhelming and, to the person with Bipolar Disorder, the brain can feel like it's not making connections or that it's going in all directions at once.
I've been with you for most of the journey and I intent on being there for the rest! Keep the posts coming!
ReplyDeleteKathy, I admire your courage in sharing this, and I have a feeling that it will help lots of others who are dealing with this, too. I will be praying that God continues to use you to touch other people. By the way, the invitation to come this way for tea sometime still stands!
ReplyDeleteLets set up a date for tea!
ReplyDeleteI am SO glad that you've moved on this blog ... there are SO many who will read and connect, Kathy. Keep putting it out here in cyberspace ... albeit at your own pace and in your own way.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the support and encouragement. This is a new process for me so I guess I'll figure it out as I go along.
ReplyDeleteI agree reading and writing help with those Midnight strolls.