It really is not healthy to compare oneself to others...we are all on separate 'life paths' I have learned this the hard way. All the people I grew up with are extremely successful now...just staying in recovery from my mental illness is a huge accomplishment....I'm very open and vulnerable and suggestible..and have been bullied at all the jobs I've had over the years...but I keep working, keep plugging along...I'm part of a very encouraging support group, I help everyone there!!

My life path is different, I'm not going to try to relate to doctors or lawyers or people wihtout mental illness or people that do not have to worry about money or people that lack empathy, that do not understand.

Perhaps find a support group of your own? Even PC can be productive and helpful, hearing others who simply thank God their mental illness is not as bad as it could be...

I care about, I relate to you.... PM me anytime!!