I have chronic mental illness and am high-functioning. And, I am so sick of the paranoia. I think I am being watched. I am afraid of having this site up, and I want to keep it up, but I strongly … Continue Reading Discussion On How Schizoaffective Disorder Affects Me Personally In 2020
I have 20 family members that I am now preventing from seeing my Facebook posts. I’m also not looking at theirs either. Life is better this way. There are only a few decent people in the mix, with the majority … Continue Reading Family Toxicity
The one thing a seriously mentally ill person needs is the one thing that all too often escapes them. And, that is a romantic relationship. It took me 20 years to get it right, with one false start and lots … Continue Reading The One Thing That Escapes The Seriously Mentally Ill
Christianity, in general, gives me hope. I look towards Jesus as an example of how one might strive to be. The stories in the New Testament especially, are lessons for everyone! I choose a different (liberal) approach to my religious … Continue Reading I Am A Christian Because…
I am trying, trying real hard. I struggle. A lot. I know there is no easy way out. It wasn’t until last year, that I got excited about the idea of assisted suicide. I think it’s a good idea, but … Continue Reading The Struggle And Whether It Gets Better
I’ve heard it said, that when you spew “love” you might be mentally ill. Well, I guess you’ve figured me out! After all, my blog name is enough to out me right there. So, what is this notion that “religious … Continue Reading Religion And Mental Illness (A Tired Old Topic)
For the past year or so, I have been working on setting boundaries. And, for those who actively set boundaries, I am curious to know whether you have been met with any resistance by those who “claim to love you?” … Continue Reading Setting Boundaries And Having Them Respected
In terms of closeness and people I can count on, I have a higher power, my wife, my wife’s family, my mom, and a few close friends. And, I wonder how many of you have a higher power/family/friends that you … Continue Reading Higher Powers And People You Can Count On
I have chronic schizoaffective disorder, and have been hospitalized a half dozen times. I am ill, but I strive to be well. For those who get it, you know that chronic mental illness is no fun and quite difficult to … Continue Reading My First Blog Post
