People here might not have heard of objectum sexuality

I suggest no one go around and touch any nearby tree branches.

Very well said! I totally agree.

I agree.

I know I've caught myself using language I'm not proud of and need to be mindful myself.

Ugh, I'm sorry about that. It must be such a pain to deal with other people's bs so much of the time.

This was beautifully said.

You too!

You sound like a strong person and I bet your son had a great wonderful time with you there.

It makes sense to me. You can’t love someone and not be deeply affected by their struggles. And I think her situation like a lot of families. There are a lot of people with anxiety and mood disorders in my family too and it makes my brothers psychiatric struggles resonate in a deeper way. Doesn't make it easy though!

I'm so sorry about your brother. This woman writing this essay is such a callous asshole.

It's just nice to talk about it with people who understand

Excellent!

I feel for you guys. I mean,everyone’s situation is different but I remember things being so unstable, scary and out of control. Hugs to you and your partner.

Just remind your friend that it can be very hard and traumatic at first and for a while but eventually the crisis subsides and a lot of families get through this and remain close. Also, Nami can be a great support.

Thanks. I am so sorry about your friend. And my brother is strong and thankfully, one of the benefits of him getting older is that his symptoms have started to mellow out a little and he seems happier lately.

My brother has schizophrenia. His life has value. I could never imagine writing something like that about him. Just FYI people, stop making psycho or schizo into a slur. Stigma is a real problem and contributes to the devaluing of the lives of people who have thought disorders.

You should make a bust of yourself in gummi. That is what I would do.

I can’t unsee it.

Too much corruption with Fattah but Dwight Evans seems promising.