I'm pretty open about having bipolar. If someone asks why I am on disability I'll just say it straight. I used to worry about what people would think and kept it a big secret. I was so nervous about telling my bf when the relationship was in the early stages. And when I did tell him, his only knowledge of bipolar came from an ER episode. He was scared... I never did see the show. But he stood by me.

I have developed an attitude now that if we always hide our dx then we will never be accepted. Things will not change. If someone learns of my dx and shuns me because of that alone, do I really want to know this person? There are plenty of people out there who will accept me and I'm not going to be bothered by those who don't. I know inside that I am a good person and that's what counts. On a side note: I have no friends, maybe there is a connection? But I am still happy.

It does make me sad that this is the state of things, but I believe we can change it!