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Originally Posted by Jennifer 1967
M is heading back any minute. This is the part I deplore. I hold the memories of the fun, laughter and deep conversations we have close to my heart.
I was honest with one of my bible study friends about the reason I didn’t attend one of our most recent supper clubs (she was offended)....the SI was just too bad and I was truly debating on whether I should go IP. I keep this information secret for a reason. Well...you would think I’d admitted to murdering somebody. I mean really...WTF? I feel like saying ladies you’ve been really sheltered...you have no earthly idea how it is for us with mental illness. Of all people to hold a stigma. Well...I guess it will be out now. I shall wear it proudly and maybe educate some folks along the way. Tehehe. Nothing to do but laugh. Makes me appreciate all of you here so much more.
Warm wishes and hugs to all.  |
I am so sorry this has happened to you.
WTF is right on!
I've had it out with my mom's cousin, who is a very popular Christian minister. She'd condemned her own nephew to hell simply because he was very depressed and took his own life. She was very verbal about her stance and clearly thought all should agree with her. NO WAY!
I was quick to inform her that depression/suicidality is a real illness and if she had a god who was, somehow, punishing to anyone who is ill, I'd want no part of her deity or her religion. She was taken back and was, initially, very offended. A week later, I'd received a note from her, thanking me for sharing my perspective. She'd also pledged to stop preaching against people with mental illness, especially those who tragically harm themselves and/or take their own lives.
I took quite a chance that she'd also condemn me to the family for taking such a strong stance in opposition to hers. (She is very well respected and many consider her word as gospel.) However, it was well worth it, even if she had not repented and had not revised her stance.
We have half a chance to educate those around us. Sometimes, it takes a lot of courage; yet, we DO know what we are talking about!
I hope this turns out well for you. I am sure your love and your sincerity has some influence in helping others to see the light in this regard.
Much Love,
WC