FRIENDS THROUGH THICK AND THROUGH THIN

MOST PEOPLE YOU CAN'T TELL WHY YOU ACT THE WAY YOU DO...

I have lost many friends and acquaintances due to bipolar. I have only one best friend that really understands what its all about. I thank the Lord everyday that I have her in my life.

 I know to have a journey with a bipolar person is never easy. The possibility that there will be turmoil means that you have to take the good with the bad. The ups with the downs.

Be willing to stand up and fight by their side, even when YOU cant do it for them. The way of caring for a bipolar best friend is one of unconditional love, but if you are a best friend perhaps you know this already.

Please be compassionate. Be understanding. Be forgiving. Cut some slack. Don't judge too quickly. Don't label. Don't abandon. If you don't understand what's happening with your friend, find someone who can help you understand. Don't let misunderstanding become something you regret for the rest of your life.

To all the Bipolar people out there... I hope things will turn out well for you. I hope you will find ways to manage your illness and live your life. I hope you have good support as well as professional help when you need it. I hope you find real, true and kind friends.

Be strong.

Angelique