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Oct 20, 2011, 06:24 PM
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Member Since: Sep 2011
Posts: 38
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Suddenly, a week ago, I had a loved one become very ill. That seemed to kick me into hypomanic mode. My depression and anxiety about myself went out the window. Suddenly, I had a focus that absorbed my energies and mental capacities. I was totally absorbed with loved one's needs, which were extensive.
Rose76, how wonderful that you were able to utilize your strengths to help your loved one during that time of extreme need. Now, in the aftermath during your OWN time of need, dear one, what if you accept this as a time when you need that same tender loving care you offer to others. The person (you) who offered such loving kindness to your loved one didn't call the loved one "pathetic" or "lacking in character," and as I'm getting to know you here, I see you as courageous and caring and willing to go the extra mile for others. Even God rested on the 7th day! 
Loved one is very much improved and, seemingly, not in crisis, at present. I have lost my drive and am sluggish and am trying without success to talk myself into taking a needed shower. That is kind of pathetic. I will allow that I do have a disorder. I think, however, that I would better manage my disorder, if I had more "character." [/quote]
Acceptance ... 
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