Before I went into various types of therapy, I felt like crap continuously. Is there any way you can start getting regular therapy?
I had no friends and no family to speak of--My therapist therefore started seeing me twice a week, to give me structure. I was afraid to go outside. I was afraid of day and hated to see night go away. I was afraid to get out of my safe haven, the bed. I was afraid to watch the tv or listen to the radio because of my hallucinations/delusions. For the longest, I couldn't cook for myself. I coudn't do laundry--I had at least 25 loads to do, probably more. I'd gone from being an over achiever to a non functioning mess. I was scared of everything. I wished I was someone else. I often plotted getting rid of myself. I asked my therapist if there were something more that I could do--She suggested continuing day treatment, or CDT. It really helped me big time. I also attend psychosocial clubhouses.
In therapy I made good friends, including 2 that have now been my friends for 18 years. I've made so many friends since then that I had to start being more selective. I'm not so tragic now, but I'm still hypomanic. I'm still depressed. I'm still on guard for hallucinations and delusions. But life is more manageable now--I've learned to live beyond my problems. I've learned to see my problems as challenges, not stumbling blocks. I've felt proud of myself when I've dealt with and conquered the challenges I'm met.
I go to a PROS (Personal Recovery Oriented Services) program now. It's like an IPRT (Intensive Psychiatric Rehabilitation Treatment Program).
Plus I am able to participate in various community events and activities. I used to teach, and direct summer day camps, back in the day. Now I'm an artist. I love to create art. I also love to knit, crochet and macram?. I keep my mind from being idle. I like to read biographies and autobiographies. I love the Tarot, as well, because I see it as a tool that helps me in my life, because the Tarot is about life's journey and about becoming wiser, if we are able to do so.
Anyway, a big hug for you. I hope you feel better soon.