I'm a 51 year old Christian neurodivergent (AuDHD) from Ohio and am a Certified Peer Host on ShareWell (and hope to be a Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist in the state of Ohio by the end of 2026). I love music, art, animal, plants, and have struggled with depression all my life. I've had several impatient hospital stays for it and a couple of day programs. I also have several chronic pain disorders. It Is What It Is. My faith is key to my identity. I rely heavily on Him to sustain me through the difficulties that I face while living with multiple chronic illnesses. I remain inclusive of those of other religions, identities, and differences. We are all created equal in His image; His love covers all. I have a horrible propensity to procrastinate. Motivation is a constant struggle for me. (Body doubling groups here on ShareWell have helped me tremendously!) It has been made all the worse since Mom's passing in December of 2025. This is not my first encounter with intense grief. As a freshman in college, I learned that my best friend had taken her life. I've dealt with a lot of guilt over the years since. Mom's final months have just added new layers to that guilt. In my head, I know the price was paid to remove all guilt, but getting that to my heart is another matter. Working through the GriefShare program has brought 2 other losses to the surface - my former father-in-law a few months after my divorce was finalized, and my neighbor, my childhood friend, the day before Christmas of 2024. I did not get to say goodbye to either of them and there are factors around both deaths that still bother me. These feelings are something I continue to work on in my own personal therapy. I pray that my experiences can be used to benefit others. I aim to be supportive of all views and struggles; to help in the best way that I can. I'm more than happy to answer any questions about the misconceptions of Christianity. It is greatly misrepresented these days, and I find that sad. More Christians are kind and accepting than a lot of people think. Jesus loves you no matter what you believe or how you live!