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I work in a hospital, and nobody knows I'm bipolar. Whenever we get an admission that is bipolar everyone says "Oh no." I have to listen to all the bad things they have to say about them and remain calm and collected. I try to explain that the medical reason that they are being admitted for has nothing to do with that and if their medication levels are alright there should be no problem. Even if they aren't we can have an evaluation done and it should be straightened out shortly. All the while I want to scream at them not to judge people for something they have no control over. I want to tell them "You idiots I'm bipolar and what you are saying about them you are also saying about me." We have a brilliant doctor there who is bipolar and everyone knows, I just wish I had the guts to talk about it. Although I have a high position, it is expendable though and I don't want to lose my job. So I just scream on the inside.

((((Tireless)))) This is a shame that ppl don't understand BP, but many do not. It seems if a Dr can have BP and not be judged or lose his job ya shoul dnot either. Ya have performed ya job with no problems, that should count for something. I wish the the very best. Feel free to rant and wave anythime ya wish or need ot get it out, that's what we are here for.

Thank you Janice. You're wonderful.

Creating A Safe Place

We all need a refuge, a safe harbor in which to rest and be replenished - a sanctuary created by the magical mystery of our imagination. Such a haven might be a beautiful green, sheltered garden where we meet, and talk with, and are comforted by a wise and loving advisor. In our often?fragmented days it is important for us to create such a sanctuary, a place from which to gather courage, strength, and balance to creatively live our daily lives. An inner garden is often the most powerful solace we can find.

Close your eyes now and imagine yourself in a beautiful place. Feel yourself wrapped in the healing and protective embrace of someone who has only your best interest at heart. If no one you know comes to mind, create a loving person. Rest in her or his arms - a precious and valued child protected from all harm. Feel the caring, and carry the feeling throughout your day.

After we have established an inner retreat, we can return to it merely remembering its beauty and peace. If there is a time in our day when we need reassurance or peace of mind, we can take a moment or two to revisit our sanctuary and be replenished in the safe embrace of our inner guardian.?

I am loved and protected.

I am safe in the world.

I use my imagination

to create a safe harbor for myself.

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