I feel so privileged to be part of this community. Our insights put together gives strength and hope @xtine @RainbowDash @BlueBay @Bow 

After my MBT treatment, it took so long to get back into society. Like you said @RainbowDash , I’d go to work and that’s it. Also, as mentioned already, social events were draining even though they were fun and people DID want me around. Socialising felt like an obligation.

These forums helped me re-engaged with people. By nature, I’m a write over an orator. Hence, writing down my thoughts and feelings on the forums was like a practice for when I had to speak.

Looking back, I can see how far I’ve come. 

I’ve also felt what you have posted @xtine about stigmatisation and dismissal. It’s sad, but true.

@Bow , I’m not sure I can say I even have a friend. How would you define a friend? Some people call everyone they see their ‘friend’. I’m not like that. To be honest, I don’t think I invest enough in a relationship to call certain people a ‘friend’. And yes, I believe relationships are two way and a healthy relationship means give and take.

Any thoughts?