August 20, 2013
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I saw a movie with Steven called Silver Linings Playbook. I felt really sad because I could see myself in both of those characters. Cooper’s character Pat was completely obsessed with a nonexistent love. His ex wife never loved him at all (implied), but he created this fictitious relationship with her that was very destructive. I also see a lot of myself in Lawrence’s character too.
I’m glad the movie presents mental illness in a forgiving light, but I don’t think we’re all lucky to have understanding parents. My dad has never been supportive of my taking my medications, even though I’ve explained to him many times that it has been helping me. I really liked how Pat’s parents were really understanding and helpful with his illness in this movie, which really provides a sort of role model for parents of kids with mental or emotional disorders.