This thread was a terrific idea, Heather. We needed a fresh start, and besides that, the re-introductions are giving us a chance to get to know each other better.

My name is Wendy. I have lived with chronic depression since childhood, and 7 months ago I was the worst that I have ever been. After hitting the bottom I gradually started improving, and while I don't trust life at this point, and I know the monster could come for me again, now I'm doing better than I ever have before.

I always had an interest in psychology, but never thought that someone as messed up as me could get into that field. Now I'm going for it, working on finishing up my B.A. and hoping to get into graduate school next year.

All of you here mean ever so much to me - you are my friends and support. I searched for so long for someone who could understand me, and that's what I have found here. Thanks for being here!

Hugs to everyone,
Wendy

<font color=red>"Striving for excellence motivates you; striving for perfection is demoralizing." -Harriet Braiker</font color=red>