The first rule is always the same.
Protect yourself at all times.
Who agrees?
I'm wondering about the difference in how newly diagnosed people compare to long timers when we first find out.
I knew I was going to live longer due to the mindset I put my self in, I saw my sister die with Aids 1994, I wanted to live on so I did, 💔
As time passes, we change. Time/ entropy is a natural part of life. With the changing tides, whats one part of yourself you wish to never change? What part of yourself do you never wanna lose?
How can you prevent the loss of yourself?
This is a multi faceted question
Losing loved ones and friends is the most difficult
I don’t want to lose my objectivity , my intelligence or my connection to spirt. I want to remain grounded.… read more
If you were to sit down and write a letter to yourself then able to give it to yourself when you were 15, what would you tell yourself?
Be honest to yourself and talent. Accept both criticism and compliments equally. Watch your heart as you will be led by your emotions. Always respect others.
Add say date someone ofbthe same status,coz someone will lie to love u but,waste ua time and give u stress for no reason
Could be something else, not forcefully HIV. Take it easy on yourself
Do u live normal lives or are there things i need to prepare for in advance and how can i live a happier and healthier live?
Are there things apart from stigma that i need to know
It's something you get use to
Never give up they'll always be people who are scared to be around you don't let it bother U try putting yourself around smarter crowds or people who care for you 😎
I like to think that I am empathetic, friendly to others. I don't care for what others think of me, it is what I think of myself that matters. I am non-racist, non-judgmental. I am not Xenophobic. I… read more
One of the first things I was told is that an HIV / AIDs diagnosis brings with it a rollercoaster of ups and downs so make sure you buckle up. About two years into my diagnosis I can say this has definitely been the case, at least for me. How about yourself? Do any of you remember sage words of wisdom that rang true for you?
Love that,Darrin
(1) Surround Yourself with Positive People. ...
(2) Eliminate Toxic Relationships. ...
(3) Keep a Gratitude Journal. ...
(4) Discover Cognitive Re framing. ...
(5) Try a Mantra. ...
(6) Focus on Your Passions.
JimNowlen glad my answer was helpful or useful to you