I believe family members of mine also have suffered from codependency. It is not wrong to need someone. But if you can’t (or are not allowed) to be an independent thinking person, with your own needs and opinions – codependency may be an issue. You know you (or someone close to you) is codependent when…
It is healthy to think well of yourself. You should be proud of yourself when you do good things. You should not have to sacrifice your feelings to make someone else happy. We all have to do things that are not our first choice sometimes. But when you do this, you also can promise yourself…
My mom’s mom had this personality disorder (I believe). Back then, people just looked the other way when others acted like this. As a youngster, I was charmed by my grandmother. It was only later that I realized how manipulative and controlling she was. Your sweet grandmother (my mom) was very hurt by this woman…
Sometimes I feel like I need to do something, well…crazy. For some reason, doing something a little nutty does help make me feel more sane. You know how I love getting up in the middle of the night and going out for some pie. And strangely enough, the people who understand these crazy things we…
You might have kids in your classes like this. I know a kid like this. He wouldn’t be able to be this articulate about his condition. Best thing to do with folks like this is get away from them. Tell your teacher if someone like this is bothering you. You can’t do much to change…
Just making sure you read the post with (almost) the same name. There’s a BIG present in it! Happy 16th birthday really late! Just be careful in it, ok?! Look to the right to section marked “Recent Comments” so you can find it faster.
Yes, I do talk about you A LOT! There are many folks who are very much aware of just how much I love my sweet girls. I’m so thankful that I can talk to you in this way. I’d be going crazy if I couldn’t help you. It helps to know that the happy songs,…
Do not, I repeat – do not assume that you are able to diagnose a mental illness. This information is to further your knowledge of several mental health illnesses. This information is being given to you so that you are sensitive and patient with those people (including perhaps even yourself) who are coping with these…
I know this seems a bit strange to be posting in the middle of all the sweet sentimental stuff I usually post. This post is for GOOD reason. I believe the reason why you are going through what you are going through is due to a mental illness. I’m not a doctor of psychology, so…
No, you are not graduating from school yet, but soon! I’m counting down the days and so excited for you! Your love of owls has convinced me that the owl must be the symbol I use when choosing icons for the website. I particularly like the image of the wise old owl writing with a…