Q. How long have you been well? A. I have not had the need of a psychiatric ward for 17 years. In the early 2000’s, I slowed down to only 2 episodes in 4 years, so I knew I was getting close to freedom. The last thing I had to deal with was childhood sexual abuse trauma and its impact on my life. My experience taught me that I needed to acknowledge my pain, experience my pain, release my pain and forgive the one who afflicted me, whether that person was dead or alive. Up to this point, I had only run from the pain.
Everyday, I practice mental health. I know what to do and I do it. And when I don’t know what to do, I ask Jesus. He is my counsellor. HIs love for me gave me the courage to take every step necessary to get well. Ask Him. He loves you as much as He loves me. You may be surprised at what He has to say..