Lies, Deceptions!
It's been a while since I last wrote anything. Anxiety and depression are still a major part of my life, but now there's something new helping me to battle through the darkness. That something is love. I'd really like to tell you that I've had some grand revelation about how I've learned to love myself, but that remains a work in progress. Instead, the love I've found is shared with a beautiful girlfriend, who seems to be the perfect partner for me. A strong point of relatability for the two of us became apparent very early on, when we were discussing our struggles with mental health. My girlfriend is borderline bipolar. I'm eternally thankful that we were both very open about our mental health before our relationship began, as it would have been an unpleasant surprise for both of us when things get difficult. It has set a blissful precedent for open communication with each other and I am deeply thankful for that. As you might imagine, both partners h