Diagnosis are Labels others give us because they don't understand us

We are the experts in our own recovery. We know our bodies better then any doctor or nurse. Diagnosis are labels we are not these labels we are the same person we were before the diagnosis was given to us it's just that now we have to figure out how these labels make our feelings about ourselves change. We are always going to be the same person but, our behaviors can change over time. You will always be you so be the best you that you can be and learn how to cope with these labels others place on us. Take it from someone who was miss dx for 10 years. I over came the labels and I am no longer dependent on meds or peoples opinions. I am still going to therapy and that helps me cope and I go to every free educational class so, I can learn myself better with each passing day. I suggest you check out these following things to learn more about yourself.

WRAP=wellness recovery action plan this was developed my Mary Ellen Copeland to help people like her cope when doctors couldn't figure out how to help people like us. Please check out the Copeland center website and go through the webinars to learn about WRAP. at Wellness Recovery Action Plan - Mary Ellen Copeland

If you really want to get to know yourself and be able to tell others how to help you I strongly suggest looking into the WRAP.

I also suggest the 5 key concepts to WRAP to anyone

1. Have HOPE that you can recover
2. EDUCATE yourself by going to free trainings on topics or doing online courses that are free.
3. Taking PERSONAL RESPONSIBLITY for your words and actions and personal recovery. Because no one can help us unless we choose to accept the help.
4. Seek SUPPORT natural support which is family, friends or it be professional support seeking support is important.
5. Learning to ADVOCATE for yourself and things you believe in are important and it's rewarding when you can recover enough to advocate for yourself and others.

We are the experts on our own Mental & Physical health so, I strongly suggest take charge today by doing the 5 steps above

interesting!!!

I am not particularly bothered by the various conditions I have, having labels...nor do I think it changes who I am, just gives it a name so I don't have as much of a stumbling in the dark feeling when trying to figure out 'what in the name of hell is wrong with me' which is how it was pre-diagnoses. Also without the 'labels' I would have no income since they allow me to be on SSI since they cause me significant enough trouble to prevent holding a job currently. Am currently doing alright with a therapist....though I certainly do not blindly trust mainstream treatments or big pharma to me that would be counter-productive, but I do not think all therapy and medications are entirely 'useless' I myself take valium and currently have been trying mirtazapine which has not really caused any issues, though hasn't done much for the depression either, kind of calms the base level of anxiety it seems though.

I do not really find hope I will 'recover' to be helpful...don't see how to recover from life or the way I've developed...more functional and content is more my goal, total recovery is for one an overwhelming concept and also don't see myself building a bubble of ignorant bliss to hide in any time soon.

I just came upon this old post.

(Please forgive the very late reply )

I had heard of WRAP before, but hadn't really investigated.

I find this particularly interesting:

1. Have HOPE that you can recover

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(I don't necessarily disagree with the other poster who said ''total recovery can be an overwhelming concept...)

I do not find it in the slightest bit helpful, however if a provider says something like ''I acknowledge you will not recover'' (No, this wasn't actually said to me...)

(also I cannot personally tolerate most of the ''meds''

In fact, they are all interesting

2. EDUCATE yourself

3. Taking PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY for words, actions etc

4. Seek SUPPORT (here at msf is one good place for support)

5. Learning to ADVOCATE for self and things you believe in

Thanks for refreshing! It’s interesting, I like reading these perspectives. I do also see where the ‘words’ can be validating, I think I’m kind of into owning that right now. I also think ‘recover’ can mean many things. I think stability, fulfillment, a life that works with who or how we are, and loving relationships are recovery.

There is another important aspect here which is gratitude. Being grateful catalyses the process of healing. This helps us remain optimistic about life and focus and be grateful for what we have.

Imo, emotional or psychological health are the subjects that are not talked about but, we all do face them from time to time. At those moments self-analysis is very important. Write down the things that you are worried about and think and analyse.

That's what THEY tell us, endlessly (the voices from the PUS and other abusers..

''not good enough''... >thud> That has to STOP

(not anyone on msf)