Wonder if I'm really crazy?

I've kinda hind the fact that I joined this message board for the last few days from my boyfriend. I find it so hard to keep secrets from the people I love most. I told him this morning because I wanted him to know that it was a way to stop being depended on him for all the answers I know he might not be able to help me with.

He was worried because I become obsessive about my illnesses or subjects I'm ranting about. I don't talk to my mom much about it or at least try not to. I figure she has enough on her plate with her job as teaching 2-3 asperger students that are going into high school. Plus, somehow my sister finds out about it.

I'm trying to not be so obsessive as it seems to be the biggest complaint people have made about my behavior.

This place is actually a very good place to be yourself...no need to hide here in the land of crazy

Seriously, though, welcome and I hope you find the answers you seek. I am new, too, and already have found great relief on this site...I told my wife and family, as they are very supportive but just don't seem to quite understand the magnitude of my illness. That's what I love about this place- almost everyone here does understand Can't be "too crazy"...not at all!

Blessings to you and may you find peace in your heart

Yes, I hide this site from others including my BF because I don't want them to believe that I am overly obsessed with myself and how I feel. But honestly... how can I not be? This is a daily experience for all of us, it is always on our minds! We need to chat about it with others who understand.

My boyfriend knows that I come to this site. After many years, I have been able to structure my life where I don't have to hide my true self from those I am close to. It was a long, long process but well worth it.

I come here for support and also to give support. This is a great site - nothing to be ashamed of. It's healthy for your relationship with your boyfriend, too, in my opinion. I rely on my boyfriend for lots of support - but it's good to have other "outlets" for support. This site and a trusting relationship in RL with a girlfriend of mine, as well as my T and pdoc are part of my "support network."

I encourage you to settle in here, read and post at your own pace. *hugs*