Posted by Christ_empowered on August 19, 2010, at 19:53:59
In reply to Re: How do you I get a life? And other Qs » Christ_empowered, posted by Deneb on August 19, 2010, at 18:40:21
yeah, this whole "mental illness" thing has really hampered my development. I'm planning on going back to school for a health-related vocational field, not so much to finish an undergrad degree.
My high school friends are "real" adults. They're married. They have kids. They have (advanced) degrees. Then...there's me.
At least I moved. Here, I'm just another mentally ill person trying to make his way forward. Back where I'm from, I was *that guy*--the loser with mental problems who'd dropped out of school, the "crazy" loser who couldn't keep a job. Small towns can be so oppressive, you know.
So now, I've put down the Thomas Szasz and picked up the Abilify; I guess you could say I'm facing reality by taking drugs.
Deneb--I think you and I are in similar positions. I think my parents are pretty determined to get me out of the house and out of my old area, which is why they're willing to give me $$$ while I try to get my act together. Hopefully this time I'll make a go of it. You are a smart person; I'm sure you'll also make a go of your life.
Phillipa--good to talk to you again. I remember emailing you back in the day, back when I was severely ill, hearing voices and generally miserable. Thanks for taking an interest in my life.
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