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David Robbins

posted 06/25/2008, comment (1)

Readers Digest's quotes

I use alot of quotes. Many I use on a daily basis. Most have significant meaning. I've learned much by the wisdom of others. When I was growing up we would get the Readers Digest every month. I couldn't wait for it to arrive so I could read the Quotable Quotes. I would memorize them and try to incorporate them into my life. I would try to figure... Read more Chevron

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posted 06/16/2008, comments (2)

Coping Skill - #14 - Every Recovery is Precious

This is a blog about another proactive coping skill that has helped me immeasurably over the years. It deals with refusing to let yourself become self-stigmatized. How many people with schizophrenia have heard their psychiatrist, therapist or personal advocate [whether a family member or a treatment professional] say "You've... Read more Chevron

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posted 06/13/2008, comment (1)

my presentation

My presentation for the state was a huge success. As I was waiting in the lobby, reading, killing time, outpatients were coming in. Wow there were so many I hadn't seen in years. Many look exactly the same, just a little older. My anxiety and nervousness rose. I took alot of deep breaths and told myself I was there for a good reason. This... Read more Chevron

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posted 06/11/2008, comments (3)

The chosen family

I known for many years that my family were a source of problems for me. When I first got ill I blamed them. I did that for many years. Dr. Phil says that you teach people how to treat you. I taught them well. I say that my family is my biggest problem. They don't have much contact with me, but in my head they do. I know I've talked many times... Read more Chevron

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posted 06/08/2008, comments (6)

Coping Skills - $13 - Don't Pass Judgment on Others

This is a blog about another proactive coping skill that has helped me immeasurably over the years. I attended a class many years ago on how to improve my relationships with others. This is a story about what happened to one of my fellow students. I'll call her "Marg." Marg was single, young (in her late... Read more Chevron

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