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Personal profile for user screen name: Miranda Rose Twenty-four years ago I was diagnosed with Manic Depressive Disorder or Bi-Polar Disorder. At that time mental illness indicated a spiritual weakness, rejection, etc. This all lead to guilt and the inability to live an effective Christian life. The attacks to mind reinforced these lies for many years. I have "come out of the closet" in order to give hope to others.I just recently had to retire from the teaching profession due to the stress imposed by my administrators after finding out I had bi-polar. I see this as an illness based on a chemical imbalance, just as diabetes is an illness based on lack of insulin. I truly miss my students, and I am currently grieving the job I loved. I had to choose my family or my job. I chose my family! I know God will use me in other areas of service. (The above information has been submitted by the author for use solely by the StudyBibleForum.com) |