Posts Tagged ‘Live’

“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you imagined.” – Henry David Thoreau

I feel a sense of accomplishment in life right now. My meds are working great, my thoughts are clear, and my mood is happy. I’m not sure about you guys but I find that during the spring and summer months I’m able to wake up early ready to go, not manic… just easier to get out of bed?!  I’m frantically running around with work, school, the website… oh and planning a wedding, OMG to say the least! Now that I have a clear mind, I’m able to decide what I want to do with my life. The possibilities are endless, my goals ARE attainable. There are two main discoveries I’ve had in the last year that have dramatically changed my life… I’m smart, and oh yeah… I’m smart!!! Call me crazy (no pun intended) but this is something that most people discover early on in life, not me :p I had several things working against me: 1) undiagnosed ADHD 2) Bipolar 3) You guessed it… I’m blonde… how are you supposed to conquer that hurdle???! What can you wake up and see what you’re not in a “crazy” haze, I’m sure you will amaze yourself if you take a deep look! - XOXO CrazyInHeels

Breaking through the stigma associated with mental illness is something that we need to bring to light. Spreading the word and talking about it is the first step. People are afraid of what they don’t know and, in most cases, people have not taken the time to understand such a complex issue. Lets face it, if it doesn’t affect you directly you’re not to concerned about researching it. Every day people continue to live in their small world, their box of life, not venturing out into the unknown unless forced too. What can you personally do to contribute, spread the word? We can only control our own actions so it’s up to you to do something!!! Check out www.nami.org/template.cfm?section=fight_stigma to see how you can help. If you know of any additonal websites or organizations that people can visit to help please let me know! – XOXO CrazyInHeels

I’ve learned that I can only control my thoughts and my actions, minus some of my crazy thoughts due to being crazy… some control. Anyways, I shouldn’t worry about what everyone else is doing and saying because I can’t control them. If I want to be happy… I can be happy (w/meds of course). Do you constantly worry about what others are thinking or doing? Why? It’s none of your business, too much to worry about! Some people will love  you some people will hate you, fact of life. If you live your life the best way that you can and you’re happy with the person you are than that’s all that matters. Who cares if someone thinks you’re crazy, fat, short, skinny, medicated, bipolar, depressed, or have anxiety. You are what you are. Embrace every “crazy” aspect of who you are and make the most of it! If you don’t like something, change it. If you’re sad do something about it. See a doctor, review your meds, make an adjustment to your meds, exercise, eat healthier. Whatever it is that will make you happier… DO IT. For today I’m happy with me and happy to be right where I’m at… and that’s having enough confidence to let go of what others think of me because I know I’m happy & healthy – XOXO CrazyInHeels