About
And what is Shapeshifters about?
It is about my very particular perspective on Dissociation Identity Disorder, also known as Multiple Personality Disorder. I am just so damn tired of people who are afraid to know anything about these conditions assuming what it is and then acting on those false beliefs. I am so tired of struggling and trying to figure how to get through my days, and having other people see me as weak when I have to handle so much more than they have to. It is about calling out people with weak character who try to make victims of others, because it is easier and less scary to beat a person when they are down. It is about overcoming choking and gripping fear and acknowledging inner and outer strength and goodness. It is about educating myself and others about dissociation and how it save lives and minds. And it is about me speaking out loud and hopefully helping others to feel better and do the same.
One more thing: It is about books because I love to read. The books help to make me happy and wise.
Michelle said,
October 20, 2011 at 1:53 am
Hi there. I commend you for your strength in dealing with this disorder. I can’t claim to completely understand, but I know a bit about it and imagine it is difficult, especially with the negative social stigma. I just stumbled across your blog and I’m interested in reading more. I’m a psychology major, so I know a bit about this academically, however I have some personal experience as well. I do not have dissociative identity disorder, but I have experienced dissociative episodes in which I have simply forgotten some events. I frequently find myself distancing from difficult situations. I know this isn’t anywhere near as difficult as what you must deal with, but I feel that I can sympathize with you a little bit.
Here’s to furthering education and understanding of disorders like this one and others!
P.S. I found your blog because of the ‘books’ tag. My blog mainly deals with books – so it was good to find another big reader as well =)
Also, I couldn’t find a contact email or anything, which is why I wrote this comment here. I had hoped to email it privately. You can respond here (I’ll try to check back) or on my blog, or email me if you’d like. It’s nice to meet you =)
radicalhope said,
October 20, 2011 at 6:39 pm
Sidran has a tremendous amount of up to date information on trauma and dissociation.