A John Lennon Quote
YES♥ YES♥ YES!!!!
“You don’t need anybody to tell you who you are or what you are. You are what you are!” John Lennon
I hate labels… though I do use them. I want to express why I choose to use labels and why I chose my blog name.
First off… I chose “bipolarmuse” because it is what it is. LOL. I am bipolar and I love to write poetry… but more importantly, I am hoping that anyone searching about anything “bipolar” will come across my blog. I want people to know they are not alone in the diagnosis and that there certainly is hope even when you feel you have lost it all. “A day at a time… and each day will be different than the last.”
I want people to know they do not need to hide and be afraid… I want to inspire… be a guiding light.
Of course, my poetry is, more often than not, touched with a little sadness… but there is nothing wrong with that because it helps me to release negativity. A healthy way to release it. And I like to counteract that with a post that is inspiring and hopeful.
So yes, I do use labels with myself and I am ok with that because I hope that it will serve a larger purpose.
Another reason that really is important to me is in regards to my son on the Autism Spectrum. Many people who are around him briefly would think he was completely “normal” (for lack of a better word)… yet he was developing late, having social issues, problems with food texture, and so on. I could literally go on and on.
For me… getting his diagnosis was not about placing a “label” on him… it was about taking the initiative to get him into early childhood intervention programs so that he would be better prepared for school, and to help him along in communication and social activities. With his diagnosis, I was able to get the ball rollin’ with the type of care and structure he needed to help him succeed. He has amazed me in all the ways that he has excelled… and the early intervention was key.
Do these labels define us?? Absolutely not! We are who we are… and that is perfectly imperfect.
♥ I hope you all have a wonderful weekend and that you enjoy this Fathers Day weekend. ♥
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This is my life through poetry, quotes, and my journal. The intense ride of my ups and downs of life ...and the relentless mood disorders I suffer from.
Did i ever tell you Riss that you’re one of the bravest women i’ve met?
The way you’re soo unashamed about the most negative emotions is something i envy and look upto at the same time.
Love.
June 15, 2012 at 12:51 PM
Awe… thank you so much for such an amazing compliment! I am glad that I touch you with my writings… my openness.
Your comment made my day. ♥
June 15, 2012 at 1:25 PM
It is inspiring to read the real parts of your life. You are brave and you set a beautiful example for your son. I can relate to the part of “labelling.”
It’s a positive read at this hour of dark, infusing truth. The blog name connects your soul.
Much love and blessings.
June 15, 2012 at 1:00 PM
Thank you Pawan… If I didn’t write about the dark, I would not be true to myself. The blog name does indeed connect with my soul. ♥
June 15, 2012 at 1:28 PM
Aw labels, got to have them are we would never be able to tell someone where the exit was.
But like you I would really rather we didn’t need them..great post.
June 15, 2012 at 2:21 PM
June 15, 2012 at 2:26 PM
MUSE MUSE MUSE ……..
WE HAVE A SECRET LANGUAGE …I THINK BY NOW
YOU KNOW WHAT I WANT TO WRITE TO YOU XOXO
I KNOW YOU DO XO
I LOVE YOU
JUST BE YOU ALL THE TIME FOREVER AND EVER XOXOXOX
June 15, 2012 at 6:24 PM
Thank you Cat!! I am exactly who I want to be… and I will continue striving to be the best me I can be.
Love to you my friend. ♥
June 15, 2012 at 6:27 PM
I KNOW
SAME WITH ME MY SWEET ….XOXOXO
BY YOUR SIDE …..
ALWAYS XOXOXOXO
June 15, 2012 at 6:28 PM
Sounds like the truth falls somewhere between John and labels.
Go you for using the labels to your son’s advantage!
And go you for showing that bipolar is not the end-all be-all of who you are!
June 15, 2012 at 9:19 PM
Thank you El Guapo! ♥
June 16, 2012 at 8:09 AM
What a spirit. You have my admiration.
June 16, 2012 at 6:23 AM
Thank you very much. ♥
June 16, 2012 at 8:05 AM
Well said, Muse
x
June 16, 2012 at 12:55 PM
June 17, 2012 at 7:09 AM
Just me….if applicable, please despam me….thanks so, so much for your help!
Celeste
June 17, 2012 at 11:34 AM
Found ya in there… frustrating! You are now unspammed. ♥
June 17, 2012 at 12:36 PM
I am grateful to you, my lady!
Man I hope this is all over soon….I cant leave not one comment anywhere! And you know how I like to comment…. :/
Thanks again, love…..
June 17, 2012 at 1:50 PM
I know that must be frustrating. Just keep doing posts about it every now and then so people remember. ♥
June 18, 2012 at 7:40 AM
Labelling, like logic, like an axe, can be a indispensable tool if used properly, but can also be a hindrance, harmful or even dangerous when used inappropriately. (Also Mental Health Records? )
July 14, 2012 at 11:29 AM
Very true, it certainly can be a hindrance… and having a mental health paper trail of these labels can be a problem as well.
I just try to use them an a appropriate manner… and hope that my message is heard. ♥
July 14, 2012 at 12:57 PM
You seem to me to do fine with it.
July 14, 2012 at 3:29 PM