It's been a while since I've actuallly written a post directly from my phoneーwe are back again! I'm currently in my doctor's office, for two appointments I have scheduled today.
Where Have I Been?
There's a short answer, as well as a long answer to this one. Today, is the short one. I have been taking steps in my therapy for Cyclothymia the past couple of weeks, while trying to piece my life back together. I also have a literal mountain of homework every week.
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I wanted to take the time out to let you and other Steemians know that I am still here. Each day is improving more and more! I want to aim at writing smaller articles for now, to be able to post more often! 😊💞
To Look Forward To!
I can't just leave everyone wondering though! The posts I have coming up will be:
- My progress with mood stabilizing medication
- Reality shifting! Things I'm learning that I want to share
- C++ Programming
- My current adventures playing Gaia Online after player support gave me my account back
These are the things currently moving me, and I hope in my absence that everyone's been having some great adventures too!
Always,
Shello
Whoo! Glad to see you yet again Shello! Keep on marching forward! I hope the treatment and therapy are going well.
I shall @puddinpaws! :3 I plan to become more active in the coming weeks, and to kick it back into gear! ❤
Cyclothymia. Ha. I remember when that label was put on me.
Do whatcha gotta do on your own path, though don’t cave to a broken system’s need to place labels on situations/circumstances/conditions/states they fail to completely understand.
I was told it was “like bi-polar, but not as extreme highs and lows.” Not so insightful.
Remember the yin and yang... we’re not here to condemn ourselves for experiencing life’s dualities, yet understand and integrate them . (One perspective, anyways.) So long as what’s not understood is judged as “wrong” or a “disorder,” we cut ourselves off from expanding awareness to extract the wisdom from the experience and evolve beyond it successfully.
Hit me up on Facebook or Discord at any time if you’d like someone to chat with or just to listen... 💖
Hello Rok!~
I'm actually not surprised you know of itーit is a rare condition.
I scheduled to begin seeing a psychotherapist on my own, because I felt that something wasn't right. How it was explained to me was that it's a chemical imbalance in my brain, affecting my mood. Sometimes it can be a traumatic situation, but they determined that it wasn't in my case.
Sometimes I'm positive and imaginative, but there will be times that I'll be down for days at a time. I was prescribed medication that only affects the depressive side, because my mania manifests as creativity.
I'm also having behavoral therapy to find the balance between my cognitive and emotional sides to het them to work better together.
I am Shello Kona on Facebook and would enjoy chatting it up with you to get more insight c:
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Bear in mind, “chemical imbalance” (or “genetic,” as it also is commonly referred to) itself may not mean a whole lot...
Epigenetics.
We’re continually recreating/recoding our biology, chemistry, and genetics in every moment.
The western medical system tends to address a symptom - most often with a drug. Though, that’s not the only means. Sometimes it could be a certain nutrient that restores balance. Sometimes an environmental shift. Sometimes a thought or shift in perception.
I did some meds for a bit at that time. Did shit all. Took years more to unravel the puzzle and discover the lessons the experience held. Yes, the EXPERIENCE.
“Chemical imbalance” isn’t a root cause in isolation. It’s one aspect of al overall experience, and in all likelihood, more an effect of an imbalance of other elements (possibly often referred to as mental, emotional, nutritional, physical, “spiritual”).
I really don’t wanna get preachy about shit, and can’t overly my experience over yours. Though I’m here for ya anytime if you’d like additional insight from someone who’s been through that same “rare” stage of the journey, or simply to share for listening by someone who may be able to relate - as I’d be happy to serve in whatever way I can if requested... 🙏
Epigenetics... Like an evolution of the self in one lifetime?
As for right now, I'm aware that we as beings are greater than the labels placed upon us. In my case, I find comfort in having "a definitive issue", instead of not knowing what could be wrong.
At some point in the future, I want to not be on medication whilst developing a stronger mental control on my actions as opposed to strictly acting on my feelings. There are times however, where great things spawn from my emotions combined with intuition.
As for the journey of my spirit, I'm only a child—fortunately possing the curiosity of one as well. Thank you for opening me up to realizing that the "chemical imbalance" isn't the definitive source but closer to an effect cause by it.
Hopefully in time, I will develop a deeper understanding of myself, likes, dislikes, values, and personality, and be able to rise up through internal strength alone. Don't worry, you are not preachy at all!
I do however need to collect more experience. I will reach out for further guidance :D
Cute photo!
Thank you c:
Do you know @fundition’s this contest?
https://steemit.com/contest/@funditian/get-your-reward-with-contest-of-the-month
It seems like a really nice one :D
lol
I really liked your entry, simple and sweet <3
You do not participate, too?
Not this one :'c I've got some school and projects going on right now, but please let me know when another one happens! 💜
I see. Thank you for your reply.