Maybe fired's the wrong word. Let me explain.

I work in TV production, specifically as an animation designer. Most of our contracts are 6-12 months, meaning studios dont have to go through the awkward process of firing people; they just dont resign the people they dont like.

I never get resigned. I manage to find new work cause I work my ass off and my portfolio is bomber, but at the end of every project its always "you dont align with our companies beliefs blah blah."

Sometimes I have my manic outbursts; I do my best to keep them in check. Sometimes I have my depressive episodes and show up late. But come the end of the week; my work is always ALWAYS done. To a very high standard.

Im proud Ive been able to work for 6 years now; I know this is a huge hurdle for many with bipolar. But it gets exhausting when your bosses look down their noses at you. Always being the black sheep. Im sick of apologizing for getting all my work done; but showing up at 930 instead of 9. If any of these people had to deal with half of what I go through in an average day they'd be crying for sick leave with benefits.

Sorry for the TED talk. I got another PFO letter today for a job I poured my heart into. Back to square one... again..