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Misssy2 · Apr 17, 2016 at 08:32 AM

Is anyone here unable to work due to their moods with the BPD? And maybe in combination with other disabilities?

I am really terrified to even look for a job because the BPD and other conditions made me stop working a job I had for 19 years. I feel now like I am worthless....and don't even have motivation to search for a job.

Although, last night I did look at my resume that I haven't looked at in 2 years and found a glimmer of hope that I could possibly find a job in a less hostile environment.

But, then I wonder...was I the one making the environment hostile.

LittleEarthquakes · Apr 17, 2016 at 10:02 AM

Yes but I have been looking, no one has given me an interview probably because I have no work history.

cryingontheinside · Apr 17, 2016 at 11:39 AM

I am unable to work right now , due to how BPD affects me. I'm low functioning and constantly depressed

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mommyto3furballs · Apr 17, 2016 at 01:22 PM

I've been looking for work. Between my illness', weight and lack of experience, I just can't find nothing. Had an interview yesterday but I don't believe I got the job. It was even part time too

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Misssy2 · Apr 17, 2016 at 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by cryingontheinside

I am unable to work right now , due to how BPD affects me. I'm low functioning and constantly depressed

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Me too...I just sometimes wonder if I lean too hard on my BPD excuse. I haven't worked in 2 years.

Misssy2 · Apr 17, 2016 at 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by mommyto3furballs

I've been looking for work. Between my illness', weight and lack of experience, I just can't find nothing. Had an interview yesterday but I don't believe I got the job. It was even part time too

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I have experience..but I hated my job and the people.
I sometimes wonder if I am using my BPD as an excuse..which is why I asked if others are not working as well.

Misssy2 · Apr 17, 2016 at 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by LittleEarthquakes

Yes but I have been looking, no one has given me an interview probably because I have no work history.

That has to be hard to be looking and then being turned down without giving you a chance.

ScarletPimpernel · Apr 17, 2016 at 08:54 PM

I've worked twice my entire life. I worked as a receptionist in hs, and a tutor in college. So it's been 9 years since I've worked. But it's more than just the BPD holding me back. It's mostly the depression and social anxiety.

cryingontheinside · Apr 17, 2016 at 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by ScarletPimpernel

I've worked twice my entire life. I worked as a receptionist in hs, and a tutor in college. So it's been 9 years since I've worked. But it's more than just the BPD holding me back. It's mostly the depression and social anxiety.

Yes I think for me too it is the depression and social anxiety stopping me from.working

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cryingontheinside · Apr 17, 2016 at 09:03 PM

And agorophobia

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zijax · Apr 18, 2016 at 06:03 AM

I have had over 30 different jobs and I quit them due to bipolar. I've never wondered if bpd had anything to do with it as I ignored the dx for so long. I'm seeking disability. After almost three years I have a court date next month.

cryingontheinside · Apr 18, 2016 at 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by zijax

I have had over 30 different jobs and I quit them due to bipolar. I've never wondered if bpd had anything to do with it as I ignored the dx for so long. I'm seeking disability. After almost three years I have a court date next month.

Good luck. I hope you get it . ❤

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Misssy2 · Apr 18, 2016 at 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by zijax

I have had over 30 different jobs and I quit them due to bipolar. I've never wondered if bpd had anything to do with it as I ignored the dx for so long. I'm seeking disability. After almost three years I have a court date next month.

I also have applied for disability. How do you financially live waiting 3 years! IM on year 2...and wondering if I am going to be forced to find employment cause I don't know how I will survive with no income..I am already draining a retirement fund and having to pay tax penalties on top of that!

cincidak · Apr 19, 2016 at 09:40 AM

I stopped working three years ago due to my manic symptoms and depression, along with severe agoraphobia. I'm in therapy, and on several medications and feel almost ready to try working again. At the moment I'm on disability.

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BipolarMama31 · Apr 20, 2016 at 11:39 AM

I've decided recently to take the stress of work out of my life equation and apply for disability. There were too many triggers at work making me worse, not better. (Commission, deadlines, expectations)

My Dr's were so happy I made that decision. As is my family and myself.

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LittleEarthquakes Grand Member Member Since Jan 2015 Location: USA Posts: 771 9 111 hugs given	Apr 17, 2016 at 10:02 AM #2 Yes but I have been looking, no one has given me an interview probably because I have no work history.
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mommyto3furballs Member Member Since Jan 2015 Location: Ontario Posts: 63 9	Apr 17, 2016 at 01:22 PM #4 I've been looking for work. Between my illness', weight and lack of experience, I just can't find nothing. Had an interview yesterday but I don't believe I got the job. It was even part time too Sent from my SM-G386W using Tapatalk
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ScarletPimpernel Wise Elder Member Since Nov 2013 Location: US Posts: 8,428 (SuperPoster!) 10 6,454 hugs given	Apr 17, 2016 at 08:54 PM #8 I've worked twice my entire life. I worked as a receptionist in hs, and a tutor in college. So it's been 9 years since I've worked. But it's more than just the BPD holding me back. It's mostly the depression and social anxiety. __________________ "Odium became your opium..." ~Epica
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zijax Grand Member Member Since Mar 2016 Location: appalachia Posts: 921 8 12 hugs given	Apr 18, 2016 at 06:03 AM #11 I have had over 30 different jobs and I quit them due to bipolar. I've never wondered if bpd had anything to do with it as I ignored the dx for so long. I'm seeking disability. After almost three years I have a court date next month.
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BipolarMama31 Veteran Member Member Since Mar 2016 Location: North Carolina Posts: 535 8	Apr 20, 2016 at 11:39 AM #15 I've decided recently to take the stress of work out of my life equation and apply for disability. There were too many triggers at work making me worse, not better. (Commission, deadlines, expectations) My Dr's were so happy I made that decision. As is my family and myself. Sent from my SM-N920V using Tapatalk
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