Unique in manic depression is the suffering experienced by the afflicted during a difficult episode. Oh, plenty of doctors and poets and newsletter writers have described the specifics and the nuance of mania and depression, but rarely do they get it just right for the person in the midst of an episode.
George- this is so true. When I am suffering and choose to share it with my husband and children they truly come together to help me ( I knew there was a reason I had so many kids!) I feel seen at those times and understood. Being willing to admit and share the suffering is the problem for me. I still want to be strong for them- all the while I found out they want to be strong for me.
George- this is so true. When I am suffering and choose to share it with my husband and children they truly come together to help me ( I knew there was a reason I had so many kids!) I feel seen at those times and understood. Being willing to admit and share the suffering is the problem for me. I still want to be strong for them- all the while I found out they want to be strong for me.
I hope it helps to know that you are loved.
Your last paragraph is beautiful. Great, great piece.