 Having BPD doesn't make me "quirky" or "cute". It's frustrating as hell to be treated like a child and a monster all in one second. When in fact, I'm just a heavily traumatized man that just wanted to be loved and protected.

The single fact that those with BPD, myself included, are treated any differently disgusts me. We're people. There is nothing wrong with us. Our brains just work differently.

I have met so many wonderful, kind, passionate and down to earth souls with BPD. Some are incredibly talent writers, artists and others have a love about their soul that speaks to poetry to the stars.

The stigma around this needs to stop. I'm so tired of people learning about my diagnosis and then ghosting me. I just want to be loved and cared for...but after so many people running out on me; I'm just tired.

I put myself out there to talk about my diagnosis, experiences and all that I've gone through to help people a little bit less lonely. I know I'm just one guy, reaching out into the void. But I'm passionate about helping others, even if I have low days. I care.

There's so much horror in this world, but I would rather spread a bit of happiness. Though, I won't lie. There are ugly sides to mental/emotional/physical health. That's a given, but I'm not going to abandon anyone when they have the courage to talk about it and show me.

I might not be able to help much, but sometimes people just want to be heard. Loved and treated like a human being.