Wow, I was feeling so alone until I read this post. You wrote exact what is in my head. You described my struggle with mental illness and homelessness so accurately. THANK YOU for letting me know that although I am alone, I really am not.
Van Gogh | Self-Portrait, Spring 1887. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
Today I stumbled upon a 365 Day blogging challenge and have decided to undertake it.
This, is day one…
Hopes, dreams, and plans for the next 365 days (with a picture of yourself)
Okay, I refuse to post a photograph of myself for the following reasons:
- When I was writing this blog five years ago I posted my image everywhere, and in the process destroyed any chance of employment, education and the life I wanted. I’ve always been one to learn from my mistakes and thus do not wish to do it again. After all, I’m homeless, mentally ill and unfortunately do not meet the ‘acceptable beauty criteria’ that Australia has imposed on people.
- Whether it’s true or not the abuse I suffered five years ago has made me believe I am the ugliest human being that has ever existed…
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