Don't Call Me Crazy

I was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia and practicing the things below has given me a joyful state. Number 1 I would say the number 1 thing that helped me stay healthy and out of the hospital is learning about my disorder and learning what not to do. I would go online and visit sites like mayo clinic and learn about my diagnosis. I read up on the definition of schizophrenia so I can be knowledgeable on the different signs of the disorder. I would learn what not to do. I read that many with schizophrenia do not sleep well so I make sure I get enough sleep. Monitoring yourself can keep you aware of your behavior and I advise you to study everything about your disorder. Number 2 Journal about your condition. For people who have a mood disorder, journaling could be an excellent way to keep track of things you may have done to get you off track. I recommend this journal to keep you healthy. Number 3 Pay attention to what you watch and listen to. I used to think that there was nothing...

Sneak peek of Let's Be Inspired: Undefeated Despite Schizophrenia by Swiyyah Woodard. Chapter 10  Have I completely healed? No. Will I ever completely heal, meaning will I be able to function without medication? Possibly.  One student asked me if it was possible to live without medication in my condition? I believe the Word that God gave us a sound mind.  Also, I believe in the scriptures that God created herbs to heal us and that Jesus came to heal us from our unwanted conditions.  I would advise anyone that is thinking of stopping their medication to consult with their doctor first. I’ve heard of people stopping their medications while staying healthy but not without a doctor.  Even if a doctor advised me to stop my meds, I would still request to continue to be observed for at least two years.  Revelation 22:2 In the midst of the street of it, and on either side of the river, was there the tree of life, which bare twelve manner of fruits, and yielded her ...