Dr. J Adelglass

 Dear Dr. Adelglass,

I hope you’ll allow me a moment to share something that weighs heavily on my heart.

First and foremost, I want to offer my deepest and most sincere apology. I misused your trust, and I lied so many times. I also misused the funds entrusted with me. That truth is painful to admit, but it’s something I must face head-on. Please know, I never set out to deceive you or anyone else. In the moments that mattered, I genuinely believed what I was saying. That may sound confusing, but it is part of living with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). This isn’t an excuse—never that—but rather an explanation for the way my thoughts and perceptions sometimes diverge from reality. It’s something I continue to work through, and I understand the weight of the consequences.

You trusted me when others didn’t. You saw value in me, even when I struggled to see it in myself. You were not only supportive with your words—you showed up. You stood by me. I remember how you would attend events simply to show your support. You didn’t have to, but you did. That meant more to me than I can ever fully express. Your presence and belief in me gave me a sense of belonging and encouragement that I hadn’t known in many other places.

That’s what makes this all the more painful. I know I let you down. I know I’ve disappointed someone who never gave me a reason to doubt their goodness or loyalty. And for that, I am truly sorry. I carry the weight of my actions every day, and I am doing everything I can to be accountable, to understand myself better, and to never repeat this kind of harm.

Thank you for your compassion, your belief in me, and your unwavering support—especially when I did not deserved it. 

With sincere gratitude and heartfelt apology, 

Adena

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