Let’s face it, mental health conditions suck. But, is it really that bad of a thing? Can we channel our energy to make a difference?
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So your mind is a super car, always at full throttle and constantly pushing you to the point of fatigue? If yes, let me ask you something; “how do you feel about that?” Mental illness can sure make this ever-running engine feel as though it will destroy itself one day. I know it feels that way to me.
But, is it really that bad of a thing? Or can it be a sign of an unrecognized strength? Don’t get me wrong, mental illness is debilitating and very painful; and while it has to see, it has everything to do with this unrelenting brain of ours.
However, despite this, my mind’s constant bombardment of thoughts, have given me some pretty great ideas. Like this blog for instance. there are times when I feel like I’m a never-ending idea factory.
And since my never ending wheel of ideas borders obsessiveness, writing is a great positive outlet because it allows me to channel my passions; which are the better balk of what I consume my time over. Essentially, I love trying to make a difference. Bogging and book writing; that’s what helps me focus.
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Ah, good old anxiety, what a crappy feeling, am I right? While, I will admit that I could live without its symptoms, that’s true, but t it has been a tremendous help for me as I try to rescue my future. For instance, my book, The Road To Mental Wellness, (hopefully due out by the end of the year), had me thinking, ok, obsessing about exactly how I wanted to market it. In fact, I have had a plan ever since I wrote the first chapter. In this instance, my passion for helping, others, writing and my anxious mind have fused together to be a strength. Thank you Anxiety! Such a weird thing to say.
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For those who are regular readers, thank you BTW, they know that I often say; “You have a choice where you put your energy, even if its limited”. So, where are you going to put your energy? Will you let your mental health condition rule you, or will you use it to drive you towards your purpose?
I’m rooting for you- Jonathan.
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I agree. There are good things and bad about having a mind that seems to go a mile a minute. I personally try and latch on to when my mind is creatively charged and when it’s on a low I just let myself be okay with that.