Im not diagnosed since my parents highly don’t believe in things I suffer from like anxiety, depression, ocd, ptsd. (I’ve talked to many many people here and other posts you can see from me that all point to those illnesses and possibly more) I haven’t seen a doctor yet since my parents have my insurance card so im waiting till I start college in September to see a therapist there then they can refer me to a professional. 

Anyways does anyone feel like even though they suffer from mental illness their creativity is enhanced? I dont know why but to me it just seems like my illnesses have all inspired me for my photography. Ive been able to recently create amazing photos im proud of. One for me tht sort of represents ocd and anxiety. Its of someone wrapped in caution tape tearing their way out. It reflects how I feel like im just wrapped in warnings all the time I feel im more aware than people and constantly worrying. 

Photography has been the only way I feel in control of my mind. Everyday I feel like im being tortured by my illnesses. Sleep used to be my escape but I’ve recently lost that as well. Photography and my friends who care for me are really all I have.