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Old Mar 10, 2013, 05:25 PM
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If you could change just one thing about yourself what would it be?

I'm not saying just bipolar things... ANYTHING... height , weight, eating well , eating lousy, personal quirks, education, job, hobbies, relationships with others, pain , self esteem, blah blah blah you get the idea, right?

So what is your one thing?

Mine is.... chronic pain.
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Old Mar 10, 2013, 05:37 PM
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Honestly, my weight.

Im not overweight, but have struggled w/body image for so long. Its annoying.

Realistically the joint pain I get with bad weather. Makes my wrists and knees hurt. X.x
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Old Mar 10, 2013, 05:44 PM
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If you could change just one thing about yourself what would it be?

I'm not saying just bipolar things... ANYTHING... height , weight, eating well , eating lousy, personal quirks, education, job, hobbies, relationships with others, pain , self esteem, blah blah blah you get the idea, right?

So what is your one thing?

Mine is.... chronic pain.
Mine too. I had back surgery abt 4 yrs ago. Now I have permanent numbness in my calf and bottom of left foot. I love to work out, now it's difficult to say the least.

Also I wish I was more optimistic.

Good ? Christina.
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Old Mar 10, 2013, 05:53 PM
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I would change my motivation level. It would be much higher. Do we only have a choice of one??
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Old Mar 10, 2013, 06:09 PM
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Blue , I think having a few is fine
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Old Mar 10, 2013, 07:42 PM
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Honestly, my weight.

Im not overweight, but have struggled w/body image for so long. Its annoying.
My is weight too....always been a struggle as well.
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Old Mar 10, 2013, 08:05 PM
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Can I say my high blood pressure? Seriously. I think my headaches would get under control if I didn't have high blood pressure. And this new medication is making me ungodly hungry ALL the time.

So yes... I say that.
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Old Mar 10, 2013, 08:43 PM
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Old Mar 10, 2013, 10:21 PM
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One thing? I never want to be depressed ever again!!

If that's something I'm not allowed to change.... then I'd also like to be a really socially adept person.
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Old Mar 10, 2013, 11:15 PM
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I want my breasts back!!!!
Yes thats my one thing folks bcoz I'm tired of looking like a pre-pubescent boy!

I am going to start a Breast Fund, donations are most welcome

(I'm serial you guys)
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Old Mar 11, 2013, 12:57 AM
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One thing and I changed it tonight, my negativity doomsday lack of hope thinking I get stuck in. I sat outside under the stars after a gnarley psychotic breakdown today. Decided what better time than New Moon to change my outlook, sent out peace love thanks to Universe. I will manifest financial blessings, better health... Before I knew it I was smiling at the stars, older son came outside and hugged me, asked me if I was feeling better than earlier. I thanked him, I so needed that hug, and we sat in the night discussing mystics and spirituality. He listened intently while I explained the magic of this time of the moon. He told me he tries to stay positive so the Universe is clear on what he wants to manifest. I'm grateful for my amazing children. Thanks God, Universe.
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Old Mar 11, 2013, 01:40 AM
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The same, Christina--this chronic pain. Now it's in my chest & I can't grab a breath of air without thinking "heart attack."
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Old Mar 11, 2013, 09:59 AM
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I would change my weight, i can do it but its so hard to do. It would be nice if it where hard to gain weight like my brothers.
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Old Mar 11, 2013, 10:06 AM
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Honestly the one thing is ALL the trauma I have been through.. although it has helped me to have empathy for others and to be insightful. But oh it hurts so much sometimes. If I take my armour off that's what it is bc it causes so many other problems.

When I'm hypo I want to SAVE THE WORLD, lol. One day I do wish to work with animals they have never hurt me and they are safe. Even if I was bit by a dog or something I wouldn't blame them. Poor thing was probably abused him or her self.

Anyway....I hate this emotional pain.
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Old Mar 11, 2013, 11:28 AM
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I would change my lack of willpower. I give into sweet treats and am unable to stay disiplined on a diet to lose weight.
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Old Mar 11, 2013, 11:57 AM
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I have a long list of things I would change.... I don't know which one is on top of that list. My appearance, so many things I want to change. And mentally, so many things.... Just hit "reboot," maybe, go back to factory settings.
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Old Mar 11, 2013, 12:04 PM
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Without a doubt my physical health. That would be the only thing I really want to change.
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Old Mar 11, 2013, 05:43 PM
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Thanks for the replies

I think this could help us all be aware of the struggles others face. Could lead to more kindness and love, Just a thought.
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Old Mar 11, 2013, 06:46 PM
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And mentally, so many things.... Just hit "reboot," maybe, go back to factory settings.
Ha! That is an awesome way to put it. In practice, I can see both upsides and downsides to this.
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Old Mar 11, 2013, 11:47 PM
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I want my breasts back!!!!
Yes thats my one thing folks bcoz I'm tired of looking like a pre-pubescent boy!

I am going to start a Breast Fund, donations are most welcome

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I'll donate you a little of mine, LOL
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Old Mar 12, 2013, 05:41 AM
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I would like to not believe that I'm a bad person...

I see so much good around me...and I cannot relate to it I'm so focused on all the bad things...

and because I do this?...I resent the good things...

and I feel bad

pretty obvious dysfunction...

this is why they say I'm mildy autistic cos I have no apparent empathy and I cannot look anyone in the eyes...
but what do they know and what does it matter?

but I'm just ashamed

...I would like to be not ashamed...
I don't even know what I ever did wrong?
I just see things different!

I would like to be able to trust that how I see things is ok!

thats the one thing I would change Christina...

to trust my mind...to believe in myself
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Old Mar 12, 2013, 06:28 PM
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Old Mar 12, 2013, 10:24 PM
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I would like to be cognitively the way I was before bipolar. I have trouble concentrating which interferes with reading, I forget a thought before I can write it down and now I can't keep track of the date.... not even the month. Irritates me so much.
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If you could change just one thing about yourself what would it be?

I'm not saying just bipolar things... ANYTHING... height , weight, eating well , eating lousy, personal quirks, education, job, hobbies, relationships with others, pain , self esteem, blah blah blah you get the idea, right?

So what is your one thing?

Mine is.... chronic pain.
Not being quick to judge others
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