I think that those of us who have mental illnesses that we cannot control definitely deserve a chance. Especially those of us that are trying to heal.
The worst part of it is the lack of understanding that generally society has about mental illnesses (depression and anxiety in my case, as previously stated).
To actually know and try and understand what one is going through, is a massive thing. I know it can be tiring and frustrating if you think someone is being difficult, but sometimes they can't help it. I'm on antidepressants, but they aren't some magical pill that fixes everything. I have to work so hard to stay afloat and get so exhausted just from trying to survive and trying to be happy each day.
All I ask is that people try to understand how and why someone may be 'damaged' before they judge them or try to leave a relationship.
My boyfriend is very interested in trying to learn about my condition and tries really hard to be understanding and supportive. He's actually the first guy I've met that's been like that, and it's so refreshing.
/rant #2
Thank you for being so open in both your posts. :hug:
I really applaud your boyfriend for loving you enough take you as you are - love you unconditionally. I really wish I could find that.....