A Light on ADHD, Anxiety/Panic, and Bipolar Disorder

I was recently diagnosed with all of these conditions.  At first it was really difficult to handle, especially when I found out that I had a mood disorder.  I kept it to myself for months, but then finally felt that maybe if I became more open I can help others not be so afraid of them, give others a better understanding, and help my feelings of repression.

At first my close family and friends were the only people who knew about it, so announcing it to everyone was a bit scary.  With my announcement posted up on Facebook (which I will post up as well), I was afraid people would judge me, and even possibly delete me.  So far most people have been supportive, and if someone doesn't like what I have to say... Well its as easy as pushing the "delete" button.

Giving a voice and bearing my private experiences of my disabilities may help others.  Everyone is different when it comes to if they are comfortable with people knowing or not.  Its understandable, because at first you feel that you will be completely rejected.  That was something I was willing to face in order to shed some light on the disorders.  Most people have the wrong idea about the disorders, and not to mention they effect everyone on an individual basis.

I really hope that this blog grows into a support group for anyone who has ANY sort of disorder or disability.  It doesn't mean that we are crazy or stupid!  Our minds just work differently than most.  And although there are some REALLY difficult days in which I struggle, the great days make the fight worth wile. :)

This is me. I'm here to share my story.

I am not my disorders, my disorders are just a part of me :)