Yay Me!

[Forevryoung]

I posted on the community board too but I thought people here could read the news as well.

Today I finished up my undergraduate education and I am a college graduate (took my last final this afternoon)

Despite my issues (bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety, OCD...), I finished in four years. I have a great GPA. I have tons of friends. I am happy with my life. I have done what my first psychiatrist told me I would never do- live on my own, graduate college, and have meaningful relationships (I was 15 and he is no longer my doctor!).

I thought I had problems with change and transitions (like missing a singular day of class ) until I realized that I have to leave the life I have had for the past four years and "move on"

I can and will do it- I've gotten this far!

So #1 dont believe everything a doctor says about the future and #2 Children (or teens) with disabilities can grow to lead wonderful, fulfilling "normal" lives. My life is far from easy but the thing that makes my life easier is I know myself, I know my needs and I know my limitations.

 

[SueM in MN]

Well, good for you.
CONGRATULATIONS


Thanks for sharing your good news with us.

 

[Selket]

Congrats - what a huge accomplishment. I wish you continued success - you sound like a VERY determined person!

 

[1stluvispooh]

Congrats! What a accomplishment. And you did it in less time than me! (4.5year!) and I'm only ADD

You are wise beond your years.

 

[Bird-Mom]

Congratulations! My first love had bipolar disorder and dyslexia and was told he would never finish high school. He graduated high school, college and got a Master's degree! Bah to the naysayers! You can do whatever you put your mind to!

 

[spotdog]

Adding my congratulations.

Forevryoung, I have to agree with your strategy. As long as I accept and work within my limitations, I can accomplish far more than my "prognosis" said I could.

 

[faeflora]

Congratulations!!!!!!!
That is so wonderful, I am actually six month away from graduating with my undergraduate degree so I know and share with you the joy of being person with a disability who rose up to take on the challenges of doing what so many people said I could not do. It is so cool.
Enjoy the feeling of this wonderful moment you so deserve it!!!!

 

[tacomaranch]

We are so happy and proud of you! Congratulation!

 

[Nanajo1]

Congratulations !!!!!