Posted by Hombre on December 1, 2010, at 0:20:49
I wanted to post because I am going through an extremely tumultuous period that includes a potential breakup of a long-term relationship, a potential relocation to another country, and the prospect of starting over, finding work, establishing myself in said foreign country, and maintaining my medical treatment in a foreign environment.
In spite of this, I've been able to communicate openly with my significant other, who is also going through an extremely stressful period in part due to her mother having suffered a stroke. We were able to come to an understanding and to be compassionate to each other, such that whatever happens, we only think the best of each other and will continue to help each other, no matter what happens.
I can only say that the combination of medication, ample vitamins and minerals, chinese herbal formulas, herbal adaptogens, and unwavering faith in God and his will that I recover has given me the strength to stay positive through this experience and remain optimistic and hopeful.
It has been a long time since I've suffered such emotional pain and the potential to give up myself and feel hopeless. Of course I feel that I have matured somewhat during the course of the past few years, and also have a solid grasp on what I need to do to maintain my remission and keep pushing forward.
Although I still have some bad habits, I do not completely neglect myself in the midst of such pain. I force myself to cook my meals, get outside the house, take care of my hygiene, and get exercise. As a youth, I would have just gotten drunk or high and spiraled into an exhausted and apathetic state. I cannot do this anymore, not after I have discovered that I have the capacity to feel well.
I feel blessed that I finally discovered some of the secrets behind my illness, and I feel compelled to move forward and unlock even more of my potential as my experience grows.
I just want to say that it is possible to overcome a lot of chronic problems, although everyone will have to discover his or her unique formula for success. I never would have believed that I could be healthy and able to deal with such stress even two or three years ago.
poster:Hombre
thread:972022
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