dsholly59

I do not feel like I am a member of my ward's Relief Society. I am epileptic and bipolar. Sisters are constantly telling me that giving me rides is an inconvenience. When I sit ouside of the RS room no sister invites me to come in and join them. When I do sit in the RS room no sister sits next to me. I feel like a leper. People don't invite me to activities in their home because "I might have a seizure." I have not had one in 6 months. I am coming close to leaving the church or going inactive because of this. Any advice greatly appreciated.

Hi, I am bipolar. I was diagnosed several years ago. I would be willing to help you out. Maybe we can help each other.

I am a recovering alcoholic. A few nights ago I drank for the first time in 5 years. Nobody in my ward including my bishop is aware of what happened. When I slipped 5 years ago and drank, a lot of ward members were very judgemental. I am afraid to let anyone know what happened but the way I am feeling about slipping could cause another slip. Does anyone have any advice.

Hi, My name is Diane. I am 52 years old. I live in Fairfax,VA with my 2 cats. I have been in the church since 1988. I am serving a mission at the local Bishops Storehouse. I am happy to have found a forum that is for members of the LDS church. I am really looking forward to meeting new friends. :)

My brother took his own life last Saturday. He and I are both members of the church. He had severe mental illness and my bishop showed me where it says that the Lord will look at this fact. Some people in my ward are telling me that feeing anger and grief right now is wrong because my brother is out of his misery. Others tell me that anger and sadness are normal and acceptable. Who is right? I do feel happy for my brother but I am also angry at him and I keep finding myself crying and then feeling guilty about crying. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. diane