As I was surfing the web to study about recovery, I came across an article that states recovery from bipolar illness to lead a normal life is a myth. My heart went out to those who would be reading this lie.
First, what do you mean normal? I see people who don’t have the mental illness label and yet are messed up big time. So what is normal? I think with bp I came to a place of appreciation for life in a more profound way. Yes, with bipolar my relationships were marred, but in recovery those relationships were made more deep and far more meaningful. So I think after going through the pain and anguish, we can come to a place where we gain for the loss we suffered through gratitude and deep spirituality.
Second, what about the God factor? People dismiss the power of God in bringing wholeness that is better than cure to our fragile lives. The same God we were mad at is the One who tenderly pull us through the pain. I don’t know why me but in the same tone I come to ask why not me?
I went through the worst of bipolar, bipolar I, and yes I am leading more than normal life praise be to the Lord. So don’t let anyone take the hope away from you. Yes, it may be difficult and many times overwhelming, but hang in there for it is going to be alright. Be patient and keep the hope alive in your heart that you will be coming out of this darkness.
Work with your doctors and take care of yourself well.
