Facing Fear
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Life’s obstacles can be daunting, especially when struggling with mental illness. Society’s misconceptions and stigma make it even harder. Brandi Carlisle’s song “The Joke” speaks to those feeling different and offers comfort. Despite the challenges, it’s crucial to face mental illness head-on and ignore societal judgment, as ultimately you define your own path.
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There are people who tell themselves, and others, that they don’t keep secrets. Some of this may be true, while others have a dirty little Personality Disorders that make them think they’re being honest. Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) creates these differences in how you feel and react to things that happen in your life. I
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I have a personality disorder that was recently diagnosed. I think that the disorder effects how I react to situations and act in relationships. I still think that things like my family of origin, divorce and past love relationships have effected me, but I do wonder how much comes from the personality disorder. I look


