mariaarghliveshere: mariaarghliveshere: mentalillnesstaughtme:“I’ve learnt that people

mariaarghliveshere: mariaarghliveshere: mentalillnesstaughtme: “I’ve learnt that people make mistakes. They make mistakes throughout their life either through circumstance or naivety. I’ve made mistakes and have always blamed myself my whole life for most things that have gone wrong. I was diagnosed with depression when I was 19 after being sexually assaulted and yet for years after that, I still blamed myself and Him. I blamed myself for being a recluse. I blamed myself for putting myself in that situation. I blamed myself for not protecting myself. I blamed myself for having alcohol. I blamed myself for every single thing after that and my anxiety levels were at a new high. So now, I forgive. Because life is too short to be carrying heavy weight and bad vibes. Let your past define you but don’t let it take over what could be your future. ❤️” Thanks for sharing Jessica! www.mentalillnesstaughtme.com/2016/09/06/forgiveness Mental illness has taught me to forgive those who have wronged me, as well as myself. It has taught me that its okay if people dont understand me, they dont need to, and may never will. It has taught me that it is okay to be different. It has taught me acceptance, and that there will always be stigma associated with mental illness, but im not alone. It has taught me that it is necessary to have a deeper level of kindness, compassion and empathy, for everyone is fighting a battle we do not understand, and i am certainly fighting a battle everyday. It doesnt define me, but its a part of me, and i will keep fighting. Daily reminder repost ❤❤❤ -- source link
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