You are NOT your illness

So often I hear people say, ”You know I’m bipolar or You know I’m schizo!” I personally don’t agree with that. Do you?

I think we must be able to change our perspective of how we see ourselves and separate ourselves from our mental illnesses (i.e.,bipolar, schizophrenia, anxiety) -no different than we would any other chronic illness such as cancer, heart disease or diabetes. Instead of sayin, “I’m bipolar!” say,” I have bipolar disorder.”

your thoughts & comments are appreciated