February 5, 2015

My name is Lindsay and I live with Borderline Personality Disorder, depression and anxietyLindsay's blog

My mental illnesses have had a huge impact on my relationships - some relationships it has destroyed and others it has fortified beyond belief  - and my life in general: I have periods of time where I can't function and then months and months where I work as a teacher and live normally. 

My biggest supporters have been my husband and my best friends - they are loyal and honest to a fault, and have been there when I have been in the depths of despair. 

My hope for the future is the dark times become shorter and fewer. I dream of being well enough to start a family.

I am taking 5 on Time to Talk Day to raise awareness and encourage others to speak up - if one person sees this and gets help, it's worth it.

This blog is part of the Time to Talk Day 2015 #Take5ToBlog initiative. 

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