About This Blog

My blog shares my recovery journey from childhood abuse to living with mental illness. I've been involved in twelve step groups and therapy since 1982. I accepted Jesus as my Savior in 1988. To the best of my ability, I have followed where He wants me to go and what He wants me to do. Maybe you'll find the hope and strength you need through what I write. Maybe you want to stop hurting yourself. Maybe you have a friend who needs help and can benefit from my story. I was newly disabled when I asked God this question: "What do you want me to do with my life?" I closed my eyes and paused for a few moments to still my mind. This is what I sensed from Him: "Amy, I want you to write your story to bring hope and healing to those who are still suffering." And that's exactly what I am doing!

Wednesday, June 29, 2016

Brave Bipolar Balance

Awareness of how you're feeling when you wake up.
Bold enough to tell yourself the truth.
Caring about someone other than yourself.
Doing a random act of kindness without being caught.
Estimating your medication so you don't run out.
Finding a support group that "gets" you.
Giving your talents to a non-profit organization.
Having the courage to say, "Ouch."
Ignoring negative people instead of punching them out.
Justifying your actions to those who know you.
Kindness attracts kindness.
Love those who are difficult to love because they are trying to love you.
Mania is possible to manage.
No one has the right to hurt you.
Open your eyes and see the beauty God created in you.
Play often and much with your friends.
Quietly meditate so your mind can be at peace for a little while.
Rest when you are weary.
Sunshine is good for depression.  Too much sleep exasperates it.
Trust can be broken but it can also be restored with forgiveness.
Understanding your illness helps you explain it to others.
Very carefully, let people in.
Wishing doesn't make it so.
Xtra time with God can fill those holes in your soul.
Yelling never solves anything.
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