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William Gregg's Island

By William Gregg Wednesday, February 03, 2010

Greetings from the Island,

 

From the beginning, I would like to say that I become so overwhelmed sometimes that I don't know what to do. If I even have more than one thing that I need to do, if there's a sense of urgency involved, I wind up doing nothing.

 

That said, It is good to be here, shareposting with all of you. Sometimes I have to make myself see the hope involved in recovering from Schizophrenia. I can go back to the past because I find it necessary to do sometimes. Sometimes it's necessary to remember what has happened, so I don't continue to make the same mistakes, especially when it comes to schizophrenia.

 

So, my hope for this sharepost is that I continue to believe that things will get better. I continue to trust the people I work with who are here to help me. Before, I trusted no one. Now, I'm pretty sure that most healthcare professionals are here to help me. I no longer doubt a handful of people in that field. They have proven themselves to me through their kindness and sincerity.

 

My life is getting better. Sometimes I feel like I am stranded on some secluded island. However, that's usually because I put myself there. If I need help, then I have to seek help. And I do just that, most of the time.

 

Until next time, World.  HaHahahahaCool

 

-William Gregg

2/ 3/10 4:13pm

William,

 

I am classic multitasker. A condition of my former work. When I get overwhlemed and I do that a lot, I walk away. I return when my mind is clear and positive. I am reducing that sense of urgency. Why rush? Slowing down is new to me and very rewarding.

 

I hope you find time to unwind.

 

Have a good day!

 

David

Anonymous
Lavender Lilly
2/ 3/10 8:00pm

Wow William....I am loving your blog and will be looking forward to hearing more from you. I really like the fact that you are so positive. That is something I stive for every single day of my life. A positive attitude will take you very, very far. And thanks for checking out my blog too @ schizophrenia-blog.blogspot.com

2/ 3/10 11:50pm

Hey there, Lily.

 

I don't know if happiness is a choice I make, but I do believe that positivity is. I can choose to have hope. I can choose to have gratitude. I can choose to be kind. Etc.

 

Notice i say, "I can" above. There are some things that I have the power to be. That's what I believe today. I might not be in the same place tomorrow. But I think it helps when I can write it out sometimes.

 

By the way, I also have a blog at blogspot.com. Of course I'm calling it "William Gregg's Island". And as of now, I'm the only one on the island, but anyone may join me, anytime.

 

Thanks for the encouragement.

-William Gregg

2/ 4/10 6:25am

Hi, William.  Have you ever read the littls book, "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor Frankl?  He talks about the fact that even in dire circumstances, you as an individual have a choice of how you will respond.  It is worth reading; I've read it several times.

 

Best wishes,

Carolyn

Christina Bruni, Health Guide
2/ 5/10 9:52pm

Hi Carolyn,

 

Yes I read that book.

 

Frankl's exact quote is:

 

"He who has a WHY to live can bear almost any how."

 

True indeed.

 

Christina

Christina Bruni, Health Guide
2/ 5/10 9:50pm

Hi William,

 

I like that you turned what you do into a verb: shareposting, and I'm glad you find some comfort and support here at the Connection.

 

Sometimes we have to interview our professionals before we sign on with them.  Others reveal themselves after they begin treating us.

 

I'm glad you're willing to give recovery a chance and do what it takes to manage your medical condition.  Schizophrenia is a real illness, just like heart disease or kidney disease.  The organ of the body it just happens to take over is the brain.

 

Well: right now I can relate to your ability to do only one thing at a time.  As that is what I have done today and it wasn't until nine o'clock at night that I settled down to do my Connection work.

 

I hope you had a good day.

 

Feel free to keep blogging here.

 

I look forward to your SharePosts.

 

Best wishes,

Christina

2/18/10 7:42pm

hi could u help me with something?

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By William Gregg— Last Modified: 12/19/10, First Published: 02/03/10