wildcat, I can relate to what you are saying. I don't mind people knowing that I have depression, but let me alone. I am doing okay with it. I've learned to be more assertive and interrupt people and say, "thanks, I've got it under control for now". After all, I do or I wouldn't be at work to start with - right?!!!!!!! Alot of people don't like the way I dress. I'm about 30 lbs overweight right now but I like to dress in big clothes. I've never been more than 50 lbs overweight (I'll give credit to Lithium for that). I've always dressed in clothes that fit too big and everyone wants to tell me how great I look in skinny clothes. I'm not trying to sound vain, but I know it - I don't like tight fitting clothes, the way the they feel. So, I am learning to be more assertive and say Thanks, but I like the way I dress. ARGH!
Add that cream, energy drink or whatever we can brain storm to that list of things to do (after the book - I'm a bit selfish, I need the book). I think someone just told me in another post that I just read (can't remember who) that I am unique and beautiful and just because not everyone realizes it - well, look what they are missing out on - irregardless of whether or not I'm up or down! We have to learn to accept ourselves (my current problem) with whatever dx, but also those with personality issues that aren't diagnosed (like insensitivity or a**holes). and aren't there alot of those!!!! We are outnumbered. I think we need to learn to be more assertive with those folks (don't slap her silly) more assertive with words. Like interrupting the lecture and saying thanks and walking away. Or start lecturing her on something!!!!!! She ain't perfect.
If I hear of a miracle pill, I'll let you know. I'd rather invent a "mind your own business, deal with your own issues pill" .
