I want to say that I like this facebook page, and feel like the message is really clear.

I'm not 100% open about my bipolar. Yet. I'm getting there. I recently had to disclose to my girlfriend my mental illness. Unfortunately it had to be during a week long rapid-cycling episode. At the time, I was so afraid she'd think I was insane. But she's been really loving and supportive.

Its not easy to disclose that kind of information to everyone. Because frankly, not everyone is mature enough to treat suffering individuals with kindness and respect, and instead admonish them with fear and judgement. That's just the world we live in.

But I try to do my part by spreading understanding and awareness.