1stepup61Senior Contributor
My story
Hi all, i would like to tell you my story, so you can get to know me. i have called myself step up because i felt it time i do something for myself, but i suppose i already am, by continuing to get through each day! i have been diagnosed Clinical Depression with psycosis, OCD, GAD, hoarding and avoidance disorder, my first bout of major depression was when i was 11 and i have been battling ever since. i have had lots of counselling which has helped me over the years and i have read whatever self help book i could to learn about why? But its time now for functional action, instead of living in my head. But, i have been so scared to move forward again, really i have been frozen with fear. the counselling has challenged my thinking and i now know its all about feeling safe in my world. So, my journey continues, as i keep trying to get well. My last crisis began in 2008 and i was admitted in 2012. I have a good GP, who has an imterest in mental health. Having a good gp has been key for me, because i have needed medication & other services and a caring GP will help, so i have been lucky to find good medical support when i have been in crisis. i am realising i need to accept my mental illnesses will be a part of my life always, at different levels from ok to severe. so, its time i put the knowledge i learnt over the years as an inpatient and outpatient. My OCD doesn't make doing stuff easy, but i have learnt exposure therapy and that seems to work, its just very slow and thats ok! So, what i hope to gain from this forum, is to learn from you all about your ways to get well or what helps you through your day and it is a safe area i can build up my confidence with communicating again wiith others. A link to the outside world while i begin to move forward and learn to take care of myself again. Its nice to meet you all, you have been all so kind and welcoming, so thank you! Bye & take care, Stepup.
