I went to two colleges (1-1/2 yrs total), plus 2 years to get my associate degree in nursing. But I don't feel those years were a waste, instead I feel like I was able to accomplish at least a small bit of success despite this disorder, and am proud I did it!

I'd also like to mention that I'm an alcoholic (last drunk '86) and when I finally got to AA in '95, I learned some wonderful things that also helped me with being dx'd with BPD. I learned to "let go, and let 'God' " and also the serenity prayer: grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.

This is awesome sad, because it really does work if you work at it. I was finally able to feel good about myself, altho it did take a while. I am who I am, failings and all. And I'm so proud of even the simple job that I have now. I know you can find these things within your own life. Also, please be gentle with yourself, don't beat yourself over the head, none of us are perfect, it would be a boring world if we were.

Anyway, just wanted to "talk" to you today and maybe share some things that have helped me. I'm 63, and consider myself a tough ole gal! Made it this far, you can do it too.