Sorry to hear everyone's struggles.

I have severe PTSD from my first manic episode/psychosis last year. Was physically and emotionally abused by the jail guards. Tazers and stun guns included. Not the best way to experience my first psychotic episode.

I try to see it as a blessing in disguise. I have a much different view on the world now. I am very much thankful to be able to walk, talk, and lay down wherever and just be safe. I can go outside and see the sunlight every day. I even lay down in random patches of grass sometimes to just appreciate the fact that I can, no matter how weird I'll look.

The world goes around and people have no idea the type of suffering that is out there. I have a whole new respect and compassion for people who have gone through and are currently going through anything similar. I'd say there's nothing worse than being a prisoner.