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Originally Posted by Butterflies Are Free
I have felt frustrated and discouraged as well and I would like to be one of your "cheerleaders" who encourages you not to give up. I started therapy in 1992 for CSA issues as well as for my Bipolar Disorder. I have never been in a romantic relationship due to the fear and shame around my CSA. One thing I have done that might be helpful is this: I have drawn pictures and written about the progress I have made during these years. Although I still have work to do, I can see my growth and I hope you will be able to see the growth in your own life. Working through CSA takes GUTS and TENACITY and I think you are very brave/strong. I sometimes just pray that God will continue to guide my healing. It sounds like you have a wonderful T and you work very hard. Please don't give up!
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Hi Butterfliesarefree,
What a kind post! Thanks for wanting to encourage me not to give up. It helps to know I'm not the only one who has been in t for several years. I want to encourage you too, as i know bipolar disorder can be very difficult to live with. My husband has rapid cycling bipolar disorder.
You had a good idea about writing and drawing about your progress. It's hard for me to see progress in myself, as i am always thinking about what I am NOT doing good enough! I'm not much of a drawer, but i like to write. Maybe i will list the ways i've improved, to remind myself that i am moving forward, even if very slowly.
I hope we both will hang in there until we reach a greater level of healing and can find more peace in our life.