"WORDSMITH"
A drawing by Tim of my superhero alter-ego.
Transgiving Performance 2007
Photogragh by Leaf, 2007
Three years ago, I had another major depressive episode, and my life hasn’t been the same since. My psychiatrist sees that episode as a kind of psychotic break, even though it doesn’t adhere to traditional definitions of psychosis. But I did suddenly leave my university teaching career and had to discontinue my Ph.D. degree.
For three years now, I’ve been struggling to take back my life, to get my mental illness under control. It’s been a long hard struggle, but I’ve learned over these years to deal better with my anxiety and depression, I’ve learned to be more positive in my thoughts and in my approach to life, and I experience times when I feel hopeful about my future again. I would even say that during this time, I’ve even been happy!
After years of being diagnosed with major depression, I’ve recently been re-diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder II. I’m hopeful that this new diagnosis will help me to get the appropriate meds that I need.
Currently, I’m writing full time and touring, performing my original spoken word at art venues around the country. I love my job. I just wish I made more money doing it! My career goal is to make a secure living through my writing.
I’ve been a member of Depression Tribe for going on two years now. I truly believe that this site is what you make of it. For me, it’s a hiding place of sorts, a safe place where I can blog and connect to others who also suffer from mental illness.
hi Ami. Thanks for your message on my blog. I haven't been into AT to check your message. I only go there when this site is down.
hey I like your picture show above. I wish someone would show me the way. I am so dumb with this technology stuff. And lazy. I haven't done all mine. Got sidetracked.
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Hello Ami =) Your a true inspiration! I wanted to let you know that.. I have always admired you and your gifted talents ever since I got to know you. Have a great weekend! Tc.
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'Nothing Can Bring You Peace But Yourself.' by Ralph Waldo Emerson
All poems and songs were written and performed by me with these exceptions:
"The Crapitalist" was written by me and performed by Ross Falzone
"The Truth" was written and performed by Ross Falzone and features a rap written and performed by me.
"Ain't It A Shame" was written and performed by Ross Falzone and features a rap written and performed by me.
All music was written and performed by Ross Falzone, with the exception of music for "Sunday Burial" which was written and performed by Linda Kernohan.
