Here is a post that caught my eye and had me commenting. A great look at all the viral videos about DID and “baby talk”, “fakers”, etc. I can’t tell you if someone online is truly a part of the DID community or if they deserve to talk about it to others. I can’t be the judge of that but I can say that even those that fake can bring a sense of knowledge to those with DID and those without…
Here is my comment, be sure and read the others included on the site.
THIS is exactly why, when I had my interview on TV with Mike & Juliet (I can get you the link if you want…) last October, I made sure to tell them that I was there to represent the “normalcy” of MPD. I didn’t want the flashy misrepresentations that so many TV shows seem to thrive on.
I was there to show everyone that MPD/DID isn’t some crazy thing and that I could carry on life in a somewhat normal manner (even if I had my issues in the past and might have more in the future) without reaching out to integrate.
I feel and have always felt that my mind created this lovely “disorder” as a way for me to survive and the only way to truly appreciate that is to learn to survive with it and all the struggles that come along due to it.
I might be talking in circles here, but, the YouTube videos and incessant arguments about fakers used to really get to me. Then, one day, I realized that pretty much all the “unexplained” and “unique” things that we as humans do not understand, get made fun of…
Satire is way of saying, “I do not get this, or understand it, so I will laugh” and with that I have been able to see those videos in a different light and not be so scared that it will reflect who I am.
I am very good at telling those around me about the realities of DID and that’s my only goal, really, to have those close to me understand. The masses shouldn’t matter too much (although I do GET that it’s important for you to not have more struggles than you already have in life, don’t stress too much over inaccurate information) and since you’ve overcome so much, we all have, add this to your list.
Just a suggestion…or two…or three. My brain is going too fast for me to truly say what I want so I’ll leave it at that for now and hope that someone can dissect it all. 
What do you think about the misrepresentation of MPD/DID or any other mental ‘disorder’? Do you feel it harms those with the issue more or that it can be overlooked and taken lightly?
I have this incredible strength in me that I never knew was hidden there. During my hardest times I knew I ‘could’ be strong but I didn’t know that I would ever ‘have to’ be strong. I have found that when you go through hard times early in life and overcome them, it prepares you for the times ahead in so many ways.
I would have never looked this far forward to see where I would land. Years ago I wouldn’t have known that I could have become the woman I am now, the mom to my children that I am, the daughter to my parents that I am…
Thanksgiving is coming very soon and I had to write a bit about what I’m thankful for. I’m thankful that I finally realized my worth. That I can see what love is around me and how many people truly care for me. With this, I have allowed myself to love those around me that I care for.
It is an amazing thing to see your children become better people while you guide them to success. It is amazing to see your family members find parts of you that they appreciate and enjoy having around, while also seeing how important family can be to you when you, once, thought maybe they weren’t there. (even when they were)
This might sound cryptic but having so many things behind me that were haunting me has really opened my eyes to the many things I can do. I feel I have a limitless outlook on life right now and I want to grasp it without losing sight of the important things in life.
I hope you all have a great Thanksgiving and a great rest of the year ahead!
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B: Awww, mom! This daylight savings thing means I have an extra hour of school! *whine*
Me: No, it means you get an extra hour with me at dinner, baby…
B: Oh! ok!
*giggle*
Then K began describing the important details of DST and the real time gains that we had so that B further understood what was happening. I love my children!
The move really wasn’t all that bad. I didn’t come here with much and I’m working to keep any and all clutter away from my new place. I’ve found the more organized I stay, the better organized my system is inside. I keep to a routine and that has also helped me.
I have seen my children react to the structure I’ve provided them in such a positive way! We stick to a basic schedule and when we were in our other part of life, before my separation, this wasn’t very well planned and it affected them negatively. I am so thankful that they are able to join with me in keeping to a structured life. They are both so happy right now and their grades in school show it.
I have also found such a happiness to life. I have my quiet times and I’m able to organize the house so that I’m doing laundry, dishes, and other basic cleaning duties while still finding time in my busy moments to have quiet time and “me” time. This keeps me together and all the things in my head get worked through much faster.
I have overcome so much, and every time I take another step toward my goals, I realize how much stronger I am for all that I’ve been through. I wouldn’t trade it for the world…