I think the highs and lows of my [diagnosable parts of my brain] are leveling off a little bit.

Instead of just abstract pain or discomfort, I can articulate what's specifically going on that's bothering me. It's work, but it's work for me to improve myself.

I'm encountering apathy when I describe my experience to people in my circle and that's a sign I need to change my circle. For instance, I tried to explain how personal grooming as a masculine presenting person of color is often a matter of safety. If I look unkempt in the wrong place, people will start asking questions or sending cops. It's not being paranoid or cynical to associate safety with grooming when you live in a racist area.